Topic: anti-oxidants

4 Reasons to Eat More Berries Now

4 Reasons to Eat More Berries Now

Free radicals in the body cause cellular damage, accelerate aging and contribute to the development of diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer’s. But don’t panic; berries are here! High in antioxidants and fiber, berries have a multitude of benefits that can help you feel smarter, younger…and yes, even slimmer. More »

Isotonix OPC-3: Is This Miracle Supplement Worth Your Money?

Isotonix OPC-3: Is This Miracle Supplement Worth Your Money?

Last Spring, my best friend started raving about her latest health find: A miracle supplement that had cured her allergies, called Isotonix OPC-3. I shrug off a lot of her product, diet, and exercise suggestions (I love her, but she gets a little over-enthusiastic about certain health fads), but after seeing her suffer through season after season of debilitating allergies, I figured if something was good enough to cure her; it was worth looking into.

With a little research, though, I became more skeptical: You can only buy OPC-3 through local distributors (pyramid scheme, anyone?!), it claims to improve several health conditions, and it ain’t cheap, either. Then again, legitimate news networks have reported on the supplement’s dramatic impact on diseases like lupus, inflammatory disorders, and even ADHD: More »