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Mineral Imbalances & ADHD (Part 1: Zinc Deficiency & Copper Excess)-Final Focused

Posted by Ben White on

What if there was a safe, effective, inexpensive, and simple way to help treat one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood? Health care professionals often overlook nutrients; yet imbalances in many minerals are frequently seen in medical disorders including ADHD. Fortunately, replenishing nutrients with an integrative treatment plan has proven to be an effective treatment for the symptoms of ADHD. In this two-part series, we will evaluate mineral deficiencies in zinc and magnesium, excess copper, and their relationship with neuropsychiatric symptoms. Minerals Essential for Health Minerals are inorganic substances essential for cell metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, growth, and development....

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Time for Change.: Protecting Children from Lead Dust Exposure.

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Lead is an incredibly dangerous heavy metal with no known beneficial use in the body. It mimics calcium, affecting all calcium-dependent biological processes, and is known to disturb the cardiovascular, renal, endocrine, and nervous systems. In children, the brain is the most sensitive target, as the blood brain barrier is less effective in children than in adults, potentially causing developmental delays even at low levels of exposure [1]. Where Does the Lead in Dust Come From? Dust lead concentrations are significantly elevated in areas where there was heavy motor vehicle traffic during the time when leaded gasoline was still in...

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Menstrual Cycle & Cycle Maps and Hormones

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Explore how hormones fluctuate through every stage of the menstrual cycle — from menarche to menopause — and discover how estrogen, progesterone, LH, and FSH influence mood, energy, fertility, PMS, migraines, weight changes, and overall women’s health. Learn how menstrual cycle mapping can help identify hormone imbalances and provide deeper insight into symptoms throughout the month.

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What Level is Vitamin D Normal vs Optimal?

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Had your vitamin D tested and left confused by the result? You are not alone. Different agencies have different opinions on what counts as deficient, sufficient or optimal — and the gap between “normal” and “optimal” matters more than most people realise. Dr. Jillian Harrington breaks down the reference ranges, explains what your result actually means, and outlines how to work towards the level that is right for your health.

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Winter Soul Warming 5 Spices

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Spices are more than just flavour — allspice, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and nutmeg each carry remarkable medicinal properties. From blood sugar regulation to anti-inflammatory effects, discover the science behind your favourite winter spices.

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