Heart Health
October 23, 2008 by lchealthtips
Filed under Health Articles, Target Nutrition
Heart Health
By Luigi Gratton M.D., M.P.H.
Vice President, Medical Affairs and Education
Q: What is Alpha Lipoic Acid and how does it support the heart?
A: Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA), an ingredient in Niteworks®, is a potent antioxidant first discovered in the 1950s and later recognized in 1988 for a variety of health-promoting activities. ALA works in the mitochondria, the body’s energy-producing cells, where it has been shown to protect the DNA from damage. Many antioxidants, like Vitamin C, work well in areas of the body where there is water, while others, lik Read more
The Facts on Fats
October 23, 2008 by lchealthtips
Filed under Health Articles, Target Nutrition
The Facts on Fats
By Louis Ignarro, Ph.D.
Nobel† Laureate in Medicine
Though you may have been taught the opposite, fat can actually be good for you. In fact, there are healthy fats and unhealthy fats–and knowing the difference is essential to your health. Below is an easy-to-use guide that will help you understand the differences between fats.
UNSATURATED FATS (Monounsaturated and Polyunsaturated) Read more
