Vitamin D

Vitamin D, which is critical in assisting the absorption of dietary calcium, is crucial for the development and maintenance of healthy bones for kids and adults. This fat soluble vitamin also, supports the immune system, metabolism, muscle function, and cardiovascular health.

David Worley

Sibling Rivalry

Sibling rivalry has been around since the dawn of mankind as referenced in the Biblical story of Cain and Abel, though I like to think that very few rivalries end as poorly as that one.

David Worley

Practice, Practice

The jig was up when I strolled into the dining room one autumn afternoon and found Jack sprawled on the floor engrossed in a game of Angry Birds on his iPod while Camptown Races emanated from the keyboard.

David Worley

Asthma

Greta’s eyes are wild with panic and tears stream down her cheeks as I arrive at her side with her coach.

David Worley

Achilles Tendinitis

Tendinitis refers to inflammation of a tendon, which is what connects a muscle to bone, and it is typically associated with an over-use pattern of athletic or work-place activity.

David Worley

Hip Surgery Made Easy

If you’re sitting on the couch this winter because hip pain has made it too difficult to enjoy your usual cold-weather activities, it’s time to talk to your doctor about joint replacement surgery.

Joseph Signorelli

Laughter is Healthy

The healing power of humor has been known for centuries.

Aga Bednarz

DSM Lifestyle Challenge

What if we all took the next three months to focus on our health and fitness? And what if we blogged about it on our website, sharing with readers our struggles and challenges, triumphs and tribulations along the way, culminating with an article about our results in the February issue of DSM?

Vitamins, Schmitamins

Multivitamin pills, B6, folic acid, iron, magnesium, zinc and copper were all associated with an increased risk of dying vs. people who were not taking these supplements over a period of over 15 years!

Aga Bednarz

Too Much Sugar

It turned out that participants consumed an average of 21.4 teaspoons of added sugars a day, or more than 320 calories a day from these sources.

Aga Bednarz

Glutamine for Athletes

Let’s take a look at L Glutamine. Some of you know I lift weights and this is one product I am never without. It’s a staple in my stash to promote wellness with my rather busy lifestyle.

Sandra Nelson

Maybe It's Low Testosterone

Testosterone gives you healthy heart, a healthy body weight, a good memory and it simply makes you feel much happier!

Sandra Nelson

Pumpkin Seeds

As you pop those delicious pumpkin seeds into your mouth, have you ever thought of what you are consuming?

Sandra Nelson

DSM Lifestyle Challenge

What if we all took the next three months to focus on our health and fitness? And what if we blogged about it on our website, sharing with readers our struggles and challenges, triumphs and tribulations along the way, culminating with an article about our results in the February issue of DSM?

The Great Pumpkin

Pumpkins are fun to carve, but did you know how healthy they are?

Sandra Nelson