Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a vital nutrient responsible for the energy spark to all 100 trillion of your body’s cells. Without ample amounts of CoQ10 your skin, lungs, liver, heart and brain cells could stop functioning. And if you suffer a 75 percent loss of CoQ10, you could possibly lose your life. Not to mention the startling side effects cholesterol-lowering drugs—or statins—can have on your CoQ10 levels.

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Medical research has identified a source of omega-3 fatty acids that’s been shown superior to fish oil supplements in head-to-head testing. It’s found to be healthier, safer, more potent and more absorbable. It’s called krill oil. Krill is a shrimp-like crustacean that abounds in the ocean. In fact, this tiny sea creature is a favorite food of marine life, including Beluga whales. Krill are almost 100 percent free of heavy metals and other toxins.

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Research indicates that if blood flow to your brain decreases, you could develop Alzheimer’s disease—the most prevalent, but incurable form of dementia. Robert Vassar, M.D., and colleagues at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine studied human and mice brains and found that a reduction in blood flow to the brain caused energy deprivation. When this happens, proteins clump in the blood and could cause the development of Alzheimer’s.

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For the more than 100 million Americans who suffer from the symptoms of occasional heartburn and stomach problems, one would guess that most people think acid is a bad thing associated with pain, discomfort and recurring heartburn. However, by maintaining the correct balance of healthy digestive acids and enzymes in your stomach, you can toss out those purple pills and antacid tablets once-and-for-all.

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Recent scientific studies have discovered a simple compound that can help enhance, improve and even lengthen your life—without any negative side effects. It’s called resveratrol and can be found in red wine, grapes, peanuts, seeds, various Chinese and Japanese herbs, raspberries, blueberries and cranberries. Another compound found in the skin of red grapes and berries works synergistically with resveratrol to enhance and boost the health benefits of the cell-protecting nutrient.

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A vitamin D deficiency can not only lead to decreased bone strength, but according to The Vitamin D Council, serious medical problems could arise. Studies show that ensuring optimal and adequate levels of this vitamin may promote heart and cardiovascular health, support strong immunity, enhance mood and mental health, promote strong and healthy muscle function and maintain healthy cellular function. In fact, vitamin D is so important for the body that it helps maximize the use of other key nutrients including magnesium, zinc, vitamin K2, boron and vitamin A.

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Medical research has identified a source of omega-3 fatty acids that’s been shown to be superior to fish oil supplements in head-to-head testing. It’s found to be healthier, safer, more potent and more absorbable. It’s called krill oil. Krill is a shrimp-like crustacean that’s found in the deep waters of the ocean. In fact, this tiny sea creature is a favorite food of marine life, including Beluga whales.

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It may surprise you to know that more than 98 percent of the flu viruses circulating in the United States have been found to be resistant to antiviral drugs. However, if you naturally boost and strengthen your immune system year-round, then you will be able to defend your body from flu viruses, seasonal bugs and other immunity-decreasing ailments. Your immune system is your body’s defense against infectious organisms and invaders.

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On average, the adult male body produces about 20 to 30 times the amount of testosterone that an adult female body does. So why do women need to be concerned about this powerful sex hormone? In both men and women, testosterone plays a key role in health and well-being. It’s linked to increased libido, energy, immune function and protection against osteoporosis. But there’s more.

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Research has already shown that consuming omega-3 fatty acids may reduce an adult's risk of heart disease and certain cancers. Now an international team of nutritionists and neuroscientists has found that omega-3s may also be crucial to a baby's mental health. Their results appear in the journal Nature Neuroscience. Omega-3s are polyunsaturated fats that are essential for brain development in fetuses and young children.

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The nutrient coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is produced in your body and needed for basic functions on a daily basis. In fact, CoQ10 is responsible for up to 95 percent of the body’s energy production. Unfortunately, our CoQ10 levels begin to decrease as we age. This is why it’s important to supplement with this nutrient for improved heart health, memory function, circulation, blood pressure levels and cholesterol levels.

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Just as acid can ruin your car battery, increased acidity in your cells and tissues can eat away at the linings of your arteries and increase your chances of both brain and cardiovascular problems… erode cartilage and cause inflamed joints… and damage skin cells which can contribute to premature wrinkling and other aging issues. The critical balance between acidity and alkalinity is measured on a scale of 0 to 14 known as the pH—or “potential of hydrogen.”

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Your liver is under attack every day—bombarded by environmental toxins and pollutants in your air, food and water that didn’t even exist a generation ago. Add in prescription drug usage, over-the-counter medications, junk food, harmful food additives and excessive alcohol—and you can end up with a clogged and sluggish liver that may ultimately impact your health. But if you’re like most people, you don’t give your liver much thought.

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According to the American Heart Association (AHA), 2,400 Americans die of cardiovascular disease each day—which breaks down to one death every 37 seconds. They further state that every 40 seconds someone in the United States experiences a stroke. The primary cause of these serious heart and brain events? More often than not they are the result of clogged arteries full of plaque buildup.

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When it comes to optimum health, most of us are deficient in one key vitamin that can help unlock the mystery of common ailments. If you suffer from heart problems, poor circulation, joint discomfort, decreased bone strength, mood swings, blood sugar imbalance and low energy levels, then your vitamin D levels could be seriously low. This deficiency could be the result of many reasons, but one of the main causes is less time spent in the sun.

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