If you are an AIM Member, you took a step to improve your life as soon as you signed up and ordered nutrition that works. And if you are ready to sign up for a membership in the AIM Family, then you’re about to make a life improvement worth noting. There are all sorts ofContinue reading “AIM for Making Life Improvements”
Category Archives: Nutrition
4 Plant-Based Benefits
Immune System Support Plants naturally produce a wealth of essential nutrients that are not present in other foods. The antioxidants, phytonutrients, vitamins and minerals in plants are vital for keeping your cells healthy, your body in balance and your immune system functioning optimally. A primarily plant-based diet maintains a strong immune system. High-Fiber Intake MakingContinue reading “4 Plant-Based Benefits”
Both Sides of Inflammation
Inflammation? Doesn’t sound good, does it? Turns out it’s both good and bad. On one hand, good (acute) inflammation is an element of the body’s healing response to infection, toxins and tissue damage. Cut a finger, sprain something or contract a respiratory infection, and the immune system reacts defensively. The resulting pain, swelling, redness, heat,Continue reading “Both Sides of Inflammation”
Low Levels of Magnesium, A Risk Factor of Type 2 Diabetes
Studies in the last few years have investigated magnesium’s ability to regulate insulin secretion and/or action, and this is why low levels of magnesium are commonly considered a risk factor in the development of type 2 diabetes. Scientists at Brown University are now looking at ways to tailor nutritional therapy for diabetes based on several factors: genetics,Continue reading “Low Levels of Magnesium, A Risk Factor of Type 2 Diabetes”
Magnesium Has Gone Mainstream But So Has Magnesium Deficiency
A recent story published on CNN.com proves that magnesium and magnesium deficiency have finally nabbed the spotlight of the mainstream media. CNN interviewed Dr, Danine Fruge the Associate Medical Director at the Pritikin Longevity Center in Miami, Florida who reminds us that less than 25% of the US populace receives their daily allotment of magnesium. Without magnesium your heartContinue reading “Magnesium Has Gone Mainstream But So Has Magnesium Deficiency”
