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Macronutrients, Nutrients, Nutrition and Health

Protein Recommendations

July 21, 2019

How Much Protein Do I Need? Protein has been a popular and trending topic in the news and research for some time. Some sources tell us that we eat too much protein, while other sources tell us that we are not getting enough. The truth is somewhere in the middle: protein […]

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Potassium

July 21, 2019

Potassium is an important mineral for many body functions. As an electrolyte, it helps maintain balance in water and pH levels throughout the body. It also serves a vital role in nerve functions and muscle contractions. Potassium is especially important in controlling blood pressure because it lessens the effects of […]

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Magnesium

July 21, 2019

Magnesium has numerous different roles in the human body, such as energy production, maintenance of strong bone structure, blood glucose control, and DNA and protein synthesis. Like potassium, it is also an electrolyte and is involved in proper nerve function, muscle contraction, and blood pressure regulation. How much do I […]