Ask most veterinarians if your pet needs a multivitamin supplement, and you’re apt to get the standard response:  a “balanced diet” should be sufficient, and extra vitamins and minerals may even be harmful. It’s what they’re taught in veterinary school.  Pet food companies play a major role in what veterinary students learn, and these companies would like us to believe that they’re providing an adequate diet for today’s pets, and that anything you might do, from feeding table scraps to giving them un-prescribed supplements is endangering your pet’s health. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Although some are better than others, commercial pet foods are not adequate to support the health of your cat or dog. Like other processed foods, they’re nutritionally deficient and contain toxins. Vitamins and minerals are added in minimal amounts and in cheap forms that are ineffective at best and detrimental to health at worst. An optimal pet diet would be fresh, organic…

Vitamin E is an essential fat-soluble vitamin that we can’t do without. It’s known primarily as an antithrombic, preventing blood clots inside blood vessels, and as the body’s primary fat-soluble antioxidant, offering significant protection to the heart, brain, skin and immune system.But as crucial as vitamin E is to our health, well-known vitamin E researcher Magrit G. Traber has reported that an estimated 90% or more Americans don’t consume enough dietary vitamin E to meet the minimal government standard of 12 milligrams (mg) a day. Meanwhile, health experts recommend hundreds of mg daily for optimal health. Vitamin E is found in whole grains, nuts, seeds, and healthy fats and oils, such as pure, extra-virgin olive oil. If you included all these good foods regularly in your diet, you would likely meet minimum government standards, but for optimal health Beyond Health recommends 400 IU (268 mg) a day, an amount that can only be feasibly consumed by taking a nutritio…

The Ultimate Guide to Creatine BenefitsCreatine, a naturally occurring compound in our muscle cells, has been the subject of extensive scientific research.Its role in energy production, particularly during high-intensity workouts, makes it a popular supplement among athletes and fitness enthusiasts.However, the benefits of creatine extend beyond the realm of physical performance. Emerging studies suggest potential cognitive and neurological benefits, making it a supplement of interest for overall health.In this article, we delve into the health benefits of creatine, backed by scientific studies, and explore why it might be a valuable addition to your wellness regimen.Understanding Creatine and Its Role in the BodyCreatine is a compound that our bodies naturally produce, primarily in the liver, kidneys, and pancreas.It plays a crucial role in energy production, helping to regenerate a molecule called adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which fuels muscle contractions.This function is particul…