Category Archives of : Targeted Nutrition

Extended Benefits!


Ever since the discovery of the towering benefits of omega 3 fatty acids DHA and EPA, the major focus has been on fish oils as being the best substance from which to get them.  And for the most part, that has proven to be true. However, more recent discoveries had led to the fact that […]

Studied And Growing!


Omega 3 fatty acids are essential fats that our bodies need but cannot make.  Coming from fish oil, they are as the name implies, taken from the tissues of oily fish and are valuable in many aspects of health care.  Fish oil supplements are even recommended for pregnant women since it is known that the […]

Special Signaling Molecule


Nitric oxide, the signaling molecule has been found to dilate, or expand, the veins which, in turn, promotes better blood flow.  In fact, heart patients use nitroglycerin pills placed under the tongue that cause a reaction to produce nitric oxide and relieve acute chest pain.  It therefore follows that as a preventative measure, it can […]

Relax And Rest!


More often than not, relief from pain has to do with getting the muscles surrounding the painful area to relax.  This is true not only with cramps, but often with pulls and sprains as well.  Once the muscles relax, they are able to get the proper rest for recuperation. There are so many recurring events […]

Keep Moving!


If you check your dictionary you will see that the word electrolyte is defined as “a nonmetallic electric conductor in which current is carried by the movement of ions”.  What does that have to do with us?  Well, electrolytes are absolutely vital for some healthy functions of the human body! Did you know that both […]