Did you know that even when taking thyroid medication to correct hypothyroidism, an iron deficiency could be contributing factor to your uncontrollable thyroid symptoms? In fact, there are times low or under-active thyroid conditions can be caused by a deficiency of iron in the blood
In recent years, IV therapy has gained popularity in Boise’s health and wellness scene. This treatment involves the administration of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients directly into the bloodstream through an intravenous drip. IV infusions offers a range of benefits, including improved hydration, enhanced nutrient
The body naturally produces glutathione, an antioxidant that is extremely important for general health, vitality, and natural detoxification. Glutathione’s detoxifying properties, in short, “clear out” the free radicals that burden our bodies by causing oxidative stress. This antioxidant establishes homeostasis in our cells and tissues
People start to worry more and more about how to support the immune system every Autumn or early Winter. But we fortunately can take action to strengthen our immune systems and prepare for the winter ahead of time.
What exactly is vitamin B12? The National Institutes of Health (NIH) say that vitamin B12 is crucial for maintaining the health of your blood and nerve cells. Additionally, it aids in the production of DNA, the genetic material found in all cells. This vitamin prevents
Why Magnesium is Important for Your Health Magnesium, an often overlooked mineral, plays an important role in our diet and overall health. It is involved in over 300 biochemical reactions in the body, making it a crucial component of our daily nutritional intake. A functional
Jennifer Duran, RDN Struggling with a thyroid condition, such as hypothyroidism is frustrating. And if you’ve been struggling with the condition for a while without diagnosis, you probably haven’t been feeling your best. Luckily, there are strategies you can implement to support your thyroid through
There are many acronyms and abbreviations used by modern healthcare practitioners. These titles and differentiating descriptions can be confusing to many, especially when trying to understand legitimacy and credibility. We have broken down the differences of the many common abbreviations by training, experience, and what
We have known for a long time that a large percentage of the human body is made up of water. Experts still argue on the exact amount, but it varies from 45% to 75% based on the individual’s age, gender, muscle mass, body fat percentage
“Virasoap… what does that mean?” We get this question a lot. There’s a lot of meaning packed into our eight letters, and we’d love to share it with you. To help understand our name better, start by breaking our name into two parts: Vira +
Anemia comes from the Greek language meaning “without blood.” It is defined as a condition where the capacity of blood to transport oxygen to tissues is reduced. This is seen as decreased red blood cells, hemoglobin, and/or hematocrit. Anemia itself is not a disease but a manifestation of a disease.
Grapefruit, Latin name Citrus paradisi, is a citrus fruit grown in many places around the world such as South Africa, Mexico, and around the United States, including California, Arizona, Texas, and Florida. It is grown year round, but peak season is December through April. Conventional
