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Better Together: Why You Should Be Taking Both Vitamin D & Vitamin K2

Vitamin K2 is necessary for blood clotting and promotes the accumulation of calcium in your bones and teeth. It also works to reduce calcification of soft tissues, like the kidneys and blood vessels. This is important, since blood vessel calcification has been linked to the development of chronic diseases, like heart and kidney disease.

By Frunutta AdviceMay 22, 2020

Frunutta, Vitamin D3 and possible lower risk of Corona Virus infection?

Northwestern University researchers were able to complete a statistical analysis of patients from countries across the globe that have been hit hardest by the Covid-19 infection. Their research appears to show a direct relationship between Vitamin D3 deficiency and Covid-19 mortality rates. “…it is important for people to know that vitamin D deficiency might play a role in mortality…”.

By Frunutta AdviceMay 15, 2020

Frunutta, Zinc, ACE receptor and Coronavirus: Covid-19?

It is believed that zinc helps the different types of white blood cells fight off infections better. Some studies have found that zinc helps lower the duration and the number of viral colds including the coronavirus family by possibly effecting the viral entry into the cell or slowing down the viral production mechanism. It appears that zinc and vitamin C have a synergistic effect on the immune response. Recently you heard President Trump bring up the subject of zinc in regards to coronavirus therapy (Zinc). But let us delve deeper in how zinc can be a line of defense regarding the current coronavirus pandemic.

By Frunutta AdviceApril 17, 2020

FRUNUTTA, ZINC, CORONA VIRUS AND HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE!

There was a study in France that showed the patients that were taking Hydroxychloroquine along with the well-known antibiotic Z-pack showed faster recovery and stopped shedding the virus in less than one week. The problem with the study was that it was too small and too short of duration and the patient’s in the different arms of the study were not carefully evaluated for other medical conditions. However, this study is the reason that suddenly there is so much renewed interest in Hydroxychloroquine.

By Frunutta AdviceApril 03, 2020

FRUNUTTA, CORONA VIRUS AND YOUR SUPPLEMENT NEEDS!

While we are quarantined to our homes it is likely we are consuming more canned or processed meals than usual. It is important to supplement with vitamins to get nutrients that we aren’t getting from our food. Vitamin C 1000mg daily has shown in some studies to help decrease rate and duration of viral colds. It is always important to hydrate along with Vitamin C intake. Side effects from too much vitamin C are rare but some studies have shown nausea and vomiting from taking vitamin C at 2000mg daily on a continuous basis and possibly produce calcium oxalate renal stones in susceptible individuals.

By Frunutta AdviceMarch 27, 2020

Vitamins you need after weight loss surgery

Weight loss surgery puts patients on a lifelong journey of vitamin supplementations. A large cohort study showed that patients in this community were still deficient up to 50% while on multivitamin therapy. The biggest issue in this community is that they have a hard time absorbing certain vitamins along with the fact that vitamins that need to be taken are often large horse pill that cause nausea and stomach upset due to the changes in the stomach size post-surgery.

By Frunutta AdviceFebruary 18, 2020

Can Vitamin D3 reduce cancer risk?

Everyone is aware that calcium absorption and bone health are major benefits of vitamin D3. However, most people may not know that vitamin D3 is also involved in the control of inflammation, sugar control, proper cell death, proper cell growth, and many other cellular and system regulation.

By Frunutta AdviceJanuary 04, 2020

Is your prenatal vitamin enough?

Standard prenatal vitamins usually have a vitamin D dose of 400IU. New studies are finding that these doses may be too low, and expectant mothers need to be supplemented by much higher daily doses.

By Frunutta AdviceDecember 06, 2019

Which Vitamins Should I take to Fight Colds and Flu?

While we may still be holding on to some signs of summer, we are very much heading into winter and the menacing flu season. We all have our flu-fighters that mom and grandmother taught us, but sometimes, even your grammy’s chicken soup is not enough to fight off that nasty cold that everyone in the office seems to be catching. For you, we’ve got several easy-to-take daily vitamins that will fight to keep you healthy this winter season. Learn more on our blog.

By Frunutta AdviceOctober 24, 2019

How to Keep Your Calcium Levels Up

When most people think of calcium deficiency, the top things that come to mind are osteoporosis and bone fractures. But your body uses calcium daily in nail, teeth, bone, and heart functions. All of that needs to be replenished, or you’ll deplete calcium levels from your teeth and bones. Learn how to keep your calcium levels up and what your options are.

By Frunutta AdviceAugust 08, 2019