Fish Oil Is A Great Source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Dr Chad Edwards Fish Oil Omega-3 Spring Valley Bottle

I have discussed this topic multiple times in the past and believe that there are significant benefits to supplementing with Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3′s & Fish Oil are some of the most common supplements that I see patients using. The problem is that they aren’t getting the right stuff. There are 2 fatty acids that [...]

Good Sources For Resistant Starches

Resistant starches come in a variety of forms, both naturally occurring & manufactured. Proper food preparation & selection can increase their quantities in our diet.

Biotin

HTML clipboard Good sources: Cheese, egg yolks, milk, peanut butter, & liver. DRI: 20-30 mg/d Functions: Co-enzyme in glucose production and fat synthesis. Required for the proper function of pyruvate carboxylase. Deficiencies: Pale, dry skin; depression; poor appetite (not common). Toxicities: None known

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

Riboflavin is needed for the formation of flavin mononucleotide (FMN, seen in Complex I of the ETS) and flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD, from Step 6 of the Krebs). Below is a diagram that shows their structures. Riboflavin is light-sensitive! That’s why you won’t see milk in a clear bottle or container. Good sources: Milk, eggs, [...]

Introduction to Vitamins

This post is a general introduction to vitamins with basic vitamin class information and definitions.