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Healthy Science

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Healthy Science

Expert analysis made simple.
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Family - Children
Your Child’s Developmental Milestones: Why it’s “Normal” to be Different

Are you one of many parents losing sleep over whether your child is meeting developmental milestones “on time” or “behind schedule?” Stop stressing and learn about why some variation in early development is perfectly normal.

— Gina Jaeger, PhD
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Nutrition - Other Nutrients
The Benefits of Ashwagandha for Occasional Stress Relief*

Life is stressful. Learn how to handle it better with ashwagandha.

— Gina Jaeger, PhD
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Nutrition - Omega-3s
Top Heart Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Increasing your consumption of omega-3 fatty acids is a powerful way to support heart health. To discover the specific heart health benefits of these vital fatty acids, read on!

— Adin Smith, MS
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Nutrition - Vitamins/Minerals
Vitamins and Minerals: Combinations to Take Advantage Of

Certain vitamins and minerals interact to enhance each other’s absorption or function. Are you taking advantage of some of nature’s most dynamic duos?

— Gina Jaeger, PhD
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Nutrition - Omega-3s
Is Eating Chia and Flax Enough to Meet Your Daily Omega-3 Needs?

If you’re only relying on plant-based sources like flax and chia seeds for omega-3s, you may not be getting sufficient amounts of EPA and DHA.

— Kate Turner, MA, RD, CPT
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Nutrition - Probiotics
Is it Better to Eat Probiotic Foods or Take a Probiotic Supplement?

Looking to add probiotics to your daily routine, but not sure if it’s better to get them through food or supplements? We can help you decide.

— Kate Turner, MA, RD, CPT
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Nutrition - Omega-3s
Why Do I Need DHA During Pregnancy?

The benefits of DHA during pregnancy may not be limited to the brain. Two areas of emerging evidence suggest that DHA may also influence a child’s future body composition and their risk for allergies.

— Sharon Matheny, MSNS, PhD
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Family - Children
Why Do Babies Need DHA?

A sufficient intake of the omega-3s DHA is required for normal development during infancy and toddlerhood. Is your baby getting enough of this vital nutrient?

— Gina Jaeger, PhD