MORE BLOG POSTS — Vitamins
Why Nutritional Deficiencies HappenβEven If You Eat Well
Posted by Lena Edwards MD on
If you're feeling tired, foggy, moody, or just "off,β it might not be just stress or hormones. In fact,Β one of the most overlooked reasons women struggle with energy, weight, sleep, and mood isΒ simple but subtle: nutrient deficiencies. Nutritional deficiencies are surprisingly commonβand they donβt just affect people with poorΒ diets. In fact, nearly half of American women over 40 are running low on at least one essentialΒ vitamin or mineral. Even more eye-opening? Even more women are unknowingly deficient inΒ several at once, especially as they get older. You might be wondering how this is possibleβespecially if youβre eating a healthy diet andΒ maybe...
The Hidden Costs of Menopause: Economic Impact, Personal Costs, & the Search for Natural Relief
Posted by Lena Edwards MD on
Menopause is a natural stage of life, but for millions of women in the U.S., it comes with moreΒ than just hot flashes and night sweatsβit carries a heavy emotional, professional, and financialΒ toll. From reduced productivity at work to rising out-of-pocket costs for symptom relief,Β menopause is quietly draining billions of dollars from the U.S. economy each year. And yet, itΒ remains one of the most overlooked public health and workplace challenges today. Β The Annual Cost of Menopause in the U.S. Β According to a 2023 Mayo Clinic study published in The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), menopause-related symptoms cost...
Pharmaceutical-Grade vs. Regular Nutritional Supplements: Key Differences
Posted by Lena Edwards MD on
Did you know that over 85% of Americans spend over $30 billion annually on nutritionalΒ supplements?! If you are one of the 85%, then youβll want to make sure that youβreΒ spending your hard earned money wisely! When choosing nutritional supplements, you may come across terms likeΒ pharmaceutical-grade, medical-grade, or regular supplements (also called over-the-Β counter or commercial supplements). Understanding these distinctions is extremely important if you want to purchase safe, quality, supplements that actually work. Β Β Overview of Pharmaceutical-Grade vs. Regular Supplements Β Pharmaceutical-Grade Supplements Β Β Pharmaceutical-grade supplements must meet higher purity, potency, and bioavailabilityΒ standards than regular supplements. They are often...