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Your liver is truly an unsung hero.  You have probably never given this mighty organ much thought, nor much appreciation.  It certainly deserves your utmost respect. Your liver is a powerful workhorse tirelessly looking after your health day and night.  It is truly  is the super star of your overall digestive system.  This one amazing organ performs over 500  essential functions every single day to insure that you are living your healthiest life.   Anything that is consumed, breathed in or absorbed through your skin, whether in the form of  food, alcohol, pharmaceutical drugs, water and other drinks, topical creams, sprays, or many numbers  toxic exposures, will must be  processed by the liver.   Many people think that toxins are stored in the liver, but that is not technically true.  The liver actually de-activates and converts toxins into a form  that can be excreted in urine, sweat, breath and faces.  In fact, the only time toxins are stored around the liver is in the pathological condition called fatty liver. This is when fat accumulates around the liver and stores the toxins.    Your liver is one very clever organ. Here are just some of the important jobs your liver performs for you:   Albumin Production: Albumin is a protein that keeps fluids in the bloodstream from leaking into surrounding tissue. It also carries hormones, vitamins, and enzymes through the body. Bile Production: Bile is a fluid that is critical to the digestion and absorption of fats in the small intestine. Filters Blood: All the blood leaving the stomach and intestines passes through the liver, which removes toxins, byproducts, and other harmful substances. Regulates Amino Acids: The production of proteins depend on amino acids. The liver makes sure amino acid levels in the bloodstream remain healthy. Regulates Blood Clotting: Blood clotting coagulants are created using vitamin K, which can only be absorbed with the help of bile, a fluid the liver produces. Resists Infections: As part of the filtering process, the liver also removes bacteria from the bloodstream.  Stores Vitamins and Minerals: The liver stores significant amounts of vitamins A, D, E, K, and B12, as well as iron and copper. excess glucose (sugar) from the bloodstream and stores it as glycogen. As needed, it can convert glycogen back into glucose. Regulates Hormones: The liver directs various hormones to perform their proper function in the body, such as estrogen. A sluggish liver is one of the biggest reasons why people have thyroid hormone issues  impairing the conversion of inactive T4 to the active thyroid hormone T3.       The Overworked Liver   Your liver is definitely the hardest working organ in your body and these days it is the most congested of all your organs.  Since the liver is responsible for carrying out more important jobs in your body than any other organ, it my become overwhelmed by all the toxins it must  work to detoxify. When your liver isn’t working efficiently,  you are likely to feel drained of energy and lacking motivation. You may also be feeling more irritable and less tolerant. Several of conditions that indicative an overworked liver that is unable to do its detoxification jobs include allergies, autoimmune disease, dermatitis, chronic fatigue syndrome or inflammation.    More than ever we cannot escape our toxic world and this results is an  immense stress on the liver. Even if you are doing the best to avoid toxic chemicals, foods and water,  your liver will probably still benefit from getting a little help!   The Liver Loves Chlorella   Your liver will love whatever assistance you can offer to help it do its many jobs efficiently. Obviously going organic as much as possible with natural, unprocessed foods, household products, personal care products, clothing, and gardening products, etc., will go a long way to reducing the workload of your liver.  Your liver requires optimal vitamin and mineral support such as all the B Vitamins, especially B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, beta carotene and Omega 3’s.   It also works best in an alkaline environment. And it especially needs support to efficiently and effectively detoxify pesticides, herbicides, food additives, and heavy metals so that must be safely eliminated from your body.   Mother Nature has created a unique one-cell fresh water algae called Chlorella with a comprehensive nutritional content as well a unique complex called Chlorella Growth Factor that provides great liver support. Chlorella (C.Vulgaris) has been extensively studied and it recognized as one of the most nutrient-complete foods on the planet.   Some of the most  vital nutrients to support a healthy liver are  all the  B-group vitamins,  Vitamin B-12 is especially important for liver functions and detoxification.  In addition, essential vitamins and minerals include Vitamin C, Vitamin D vitamin E and beta-carotene, Omega-3, selenium, zinc, magnesium, manganese and iron for liver health and liver-enzyme production.  All of these nutrients are abundantly available in Chlorella.   To maintain optimal health your body must be alkaline.  Making your body more alkaline helps to improve energy levels, metabolic rate and reduces the risk of developing health problems, including stress on your liver.  Another wonderful benefit of Chlorella is that it is extremely alkalising because it contains chlorophyll as well as minerals.   When your body is and alkaline state it not only heals more efficiently but also supports optimal wellness.  Our modern diet as well stress and toxicity, creates a more acidic pH and adversely affects liver function.  Consuming Chlorella on a daily basis plays a major role in maintaining your optimal alkalinity. (Gehl  1985)   Chlorella  - A One-Stop Shop for a Healthy Liver   Chlorella Growth Factor is just one more reason why Chlorella provides such powerful  liver support.  The liver truly loves Chlorella because it is a one-stop shop for liver nutrition. The abundance of key vitamins and minerals, its alkalising power  are just some of the important ways that Chlorella provides your liver with the help it needs to do its many important jobs.   Chlorella is available  either in the form of powder or tablets. It is recommend to take 1-2 teaspoons daily of the powder which can be added to smoothies or juice ,  Chlorella is also available in easy to swallow tablets,  It is recommended to take 5 tablets twice a day. When choosing a Chlorella product, make sure that it is labeled organic and grown in a pristine environment.  Biogenesis is a company that grows an exceptionally pure and organic Chlorella in the beautiful and clean environment of the Great Barrier Reef area of Northern Australia. It addition, it has an innovative process to insure the maximum availability of the cell nutrients.   Chlorella is considered one of the best superfoods for health. Nature has miraculously packed all the vital nutrients to support your body to function optimally into this one-cell organism.  Chlorella has along list of health benefits for people of all ages.  Now there is one more thing to add to the list of Chlorella’s many benefits.  Chlorella is a powerful food that has many ways to support your liver to stay happy and healthy!   Sherrill Sellman, ND, is a Naturopathic Doctor, best-selling author, women’s health expert, a contributor to health magazines worldwide, lecturer, and host of two weekly podcasts. She can be found at www.drsherrillsellman.com and @sherrillsellman. Ng JY, Chua ML, Zhang C, Hong S, Kumar Y, Gokhale R, Ee PLR. Chlorella vulgaris Extract as a Serum Replacement That Enhances Mammalian Cell Growth and Protein Expression. Front Bioeng Biotechnol. 2020 Sep 15;8:564667. doi: 10.3389/fbioe.2020.564667. PMID: 33042965; PMCID: PMC7522799. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33042965/   Katharina A. Gehl, & Colman, B. (1985). Effect of External pH on the Internal pH of Chlorella saccharophila. Plant Physiology, 77(4), 917–921. http://www.jstor.org/stable/4269249    Ebrahimi-Mameghani M, Sadeghi Z, Abbasalizad Farhangi M, Vaghef-Mehrabany E, Aliashrafi S. Glucose homeostasis, insulin resistance and inflammatory biomarkers in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: Beneficial effects of supplementation with microalgae Chlorella vulgaris: A double-blind placebo-controlled randomized clinical trial. Clin Nutr. 2017 Aug;36(4):1001-1006. doi: 10.1016/j.clnu.2016.07.004. Epub 2016 Jul 19. PMID: 27475283. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27475283/ Ebrahimi-Mameghani M, Aliashrafi S, Javadzadeh Y, AsghariJafarabadi M. The Effect of Chlorella vulgaris Supplementation on Liver En-zymes, Serum Glucose and Lipid Profile in Patients with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. Health Promot Perspect. 2014 Jul 12;4(1):107-15. doi: 10.5681/hpp.2014.014. PMID: 25097844; PMCID: PMC4122038.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25097844/ Ranjan R, Kumar N, Gautam A, Kumar Dubey A, Pandey SN, Mallick S. Chlorella sp. modulates the glutathione mediated detoxification and S-adenosylmethionine dependent methyltransferase to counter arsenic toxicity in Oryza sativa L. Ecotoxicol Environ Saf. 2021 Jan 15;208:111418. doi: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2020.111418. Epub 2020 Oct 9. PMID: 33045435. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33045435/ Panahi Y, Ghamarchehreh ME, Beiraghdar F, Zare R, Jalalian HR, Sahebkar A. Investigation of the effects of Chlorella vulgaris supplementation in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: a randomized clinical trial. Hepatogastroenterology. 2012 Oct;59(119):2099-2103. doi: 10.5754/hge10860. 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Have you noticed that you may be feeling fatigued more often?  Perhaps you are experiencing shortness of breath or lightheadedness?  Maybe there are times when experience rapid heartbeats an irregular rhythm.  It’s possible that these may be symptoms indicating a  health condition called anaemia.    You may have heard of anaemia but may not know exactly what it is. Anaemia is defined as a lower than normal concentration of haemoglobin, or red blood cells, which results in reduced capacity of the blood to carry oxygen.  Haemoglobin is the main protein in your red blood cells. If you have anaemia, your haemoglobin level will be low. If the level drops low enough, your tissues or organs may not be getting adequate oxygen needed for them to function properly.  Symptoms of anaemia such as fatigue or shortness of breath happen because your organs are becoming oxygen deprived.  Unfortunately, anaemia affects more people than most realise.  In fact, it is estimated that that one-quarter of the world’s population has some form of anaemia.   The loss of blood that results in anaemia has a variety of causes. It may be due to  gastrointestinal issues such as ulcers, hemorrhoids or gastritis. You may have been prescribed non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin or ibuprofen, which can lead to ulcers or gastritis.  Post-surgery can also contribute to blood loss. Women experiencing heavy periods or conditions such as fibroids are at risk of anaemia.  In actually fact, there are many possible reasons why a person may become anaemic. Most generally, anaemia is categorised into two main types i.e., iron deficiency anaemia and vitamin B12-deficiency anaemia. The best way to assess if you have anaemia is to have your doctor arrange for a blood test.   The Two Types of Anaemia   Iron deficiency anaemia occurs when the iron levels are too low. It is characterized by small, often pale, red blood cells. According to the Iron Disorders Institute, iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency in the world. Your bone marrow needs iron to make haemoglobin, the part of the red blood cell that takes oxygen to your organs. Without it, the body cannot produce enough haemoglobin to make enough healthy red blood cells.   This type of anaemia is caused by a lack of the mineral iron either due to a lack of iron in your diet or the presence of gastro-intestinal issues.  There are 2 types of iron in food, haem and non-haem. Haem iron, found in meat, poultry and seafood, is absorbed more effectively than non-haem iron, which is found in eggs and plant foods.  That is why vegans and vegetarians are at greater risk of iron deficiency.(Saunders 2013)  Women need more iron to replace the amount lost in blood during menstruation. Until menopause, women need about twice as much iron as men. Pregnancy and breast feeding also use up iron stores in the body.   Vitamin B12-deficiency anaemia, also known as cobalamin deficiency, is a condition that develops when your body can't make enough healthy red blood cells from a lack of vitamin B12. Your body needs vitamin B12 to produce enough healthy red blood cells. Since your body doesn’t make vitamin B12, you have to get it from the foods or from supplements.   Without enough vitamin B12, blood cells do not form properly inside your bone marrow, the sponge-like tissue within your bones. These blood cells die sooner than normal, leading to anaemia. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that supports energy production, DNA synthesis, brain and nervous system function, and red blood cell formation. It  helps with heart health by aiding in the breakdown of homocysteine, an amino acid associated with poor cardiovascular health (Group 2013 ) . Vitamin B12 is also a vitally important nutrient during pregnancy.    A B12 deficiency can result in many health issues, some are rather serious.  They include loss of energy, tingling, numbness, reduced sensitivity to pain or pressure, blurred vision, abnormal gait, sore tongue, poor memory, confusion, even hallucination and personality changes.   Following a plant-based lifestyle has many benefits.  However, one of the challenges of a plant-based diet is maintaining optimal levels of Vitamin B12 since it is typically found in animal products. It is important to note that studies discovered that many vegetarians and vegans have some form of deficiency of B12.  Thus, it  is imperative to supplement with B12 (Rizzo 2016 ) (Pawlak 2013 ) .  A 2021 study in Clinical Nutrition concluded (Bakaloudi 2021 ): Regarding macronutrients, vegan diets are lower in protein intake  compared with all other diet types. Veganism is also associated with low intake of vitamins B2, Niacin (B3), B12, D, iodine, zinc, calcium, potassium, selenium. Vitamin B12 intake among vegans is significantly lower and calcium intake in the majority of vegans was below recommendations.   Chlorella - A Natural Source Vitamin B12 and Iron   When searching for a source that can help boost your levels of iron and B12, look no  further than the superfood, chlorella.  This unicellular green algae is recognised as powerhouse for health. It is one of the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet. It is not an exaggeration to say that chlorella is nature’s own complete multivitamin-multimineral because it contains most of the essential nutrients needed to sustain life.   Its nutrient profile includes vitamins E, C and K, B-complex, biotin, zinc, calcium, magnesium, selenium, potassium, phosphorus and omega-3 essential fatty acid. In addition, it has more beta-carotene than carrots and more than five times more chlorophyll than wheatgrass. Chlorella also contains more than 50 percent of bio-available protein and all the essential amino acids. It is one of the few foods that naturally contain vitamin-D.   Chlorella is a great wholefood for helping to prevent anaemia.  Chlorella is truly an outstanding plant-based food source of methyl-cobalamine, the most absorbable form of Vitamin B12. (Bit 2020 ) Methylcobalamin is a natural, active form of vitamin B12 and is the principal circulating form of B12 that can enter into the bloodstream quickly.  It is also the most bioavailable, as it requires little to no conversion and crosses easily through every aspect of B12’s metabolic pathways. Therefore, it is the form that the body can effectively utilise.   It is important to emphasise that only chlorella has the methylcobalamin form of B12.  It is widely believed that the blue-green algae, spirulina, is also a good source of B12.  However, research has proven that this is not the case.  Spirulina has an inactive or pseudo form of B12, which is not the real thing.  This is known as a vitamin B12 analogue.  Not only is this inactive form unable to raise B12 levels, but what’s even more troubling is the fact it actually blocks the body’s ability to absorb B12 efficiently. Therefore, vegans and vegetarians should incorporate chlorella as a proven source of absorbable B12 rather than spirulina. (Watanabe 2007 )   Chlorella’s nutrient profile also includes iron. In fact, the iron content of chlorella is particularly impressive and can provide up to 40 per cent of your daily requirements. Unfortunately, most of the oral forms of iron supplements are difficult for the body to absorb. They also have uncomfortable side effects, such as, constipation, stomach pain, bloating, nausea, and vomiting.    Incorporating chlorella into your daily nutritional regimen, will provide a form of plant-based iron that is easily absorbed and assimilated by the body. Perhaps even more importantly, chlorella contains vitamin C, an important nutrient that is needed to help the body properly absorb and utilise iron in the blood (Jacobs 2009 ).   Getting The Best Chlorella for Your B12 and Iron Needs   Chlorella is able to raise B12 and iron levels when you consume a high quality source. The purity and potency of the chlorella as well as the proprietary processing and packaging method, not only determines the highest nutrient profile but also is required to maintain its potency.    Biogenesis is a company devoted to bringing you not only the purest but also the  most nutrient dense, organic chlorella for your wellbeing. Biogenesis has been recognised for growing the highest quality, organic chlorella. It is 100 percent Australian owned and operated. In fact, it is  the only ‘Australian Made, Australian Grown’ licensed producer of chlorella. From its farm in tropical Queensland, right through to packing and distribution, its products are grown and processed in Australia to the highest quality standard.  Unlike many other countries that grow chlorella, the pristine water and abundant sunlight of Biogenesis’ tropical Queensland farm, insures the purest and highest quality  algae product available any where in the world.   The Biogenesis Biodynamic System utilises a combination of vacuum and ultrasonic technology that enables the nutrients of the cell to be made available without the risk of oxidation or nutritional losses.  This means that Biogenesis is able to deliver its powerhouse of all its nutrients efficiently to every cell in your body. Chlorella is a truly a unique nutritional product.  It is renown as a superfood with a comprehensive nutritional profile to support your health and wellbeing. If you are concerned about being anaemic, then chlorella can certainly be your source of nutrition to help restore healthy red blood cells and iron. This is especially true if you are a vegetarian or vegan. By adding Chlorella to your daily nutritional regimen, in addition to a balanced diet, you’ll be providing your body with a readily available form of active vitamin B12 and iron, along with all the other key nutrients. Chlorella is delivered to you by Nature (and Biogenesis) to guarantee you live your most vital and healthy life.   Sherrill Sellman,ND, is a Naturopathic Doctor, best-selling author, women’s health expert, contributor to health magazine worldwide, lecturer and  host of two weekly podcasts.  She  can be found at www.drsherrillsellman.com and @sherrillsellman   Rizzo G, Laganà AS, Rapisarda AM, La Ferrera GM, Buscema M, Rossetti P, Nigro A, Muscia V, Valenti G, Sapia F, Sarpietro G, Zigarelli M, Vitale SG. 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The world of supplements and health products can be overwhelming to navigate. The supplements industry has been booming since the 1950's, and natural health boosting foods have been popular since long before that. There are options ranging from ancient herbal remedies to synthetic lab-derived vitamins, and everything in between. Knowing which options are best is a highly personal decision that deserves plenty of deliberation. Luckily, the body of scientific research on both new and traditional food supplements is growing. There's more information available now than ever before which allows consumers to make informed decisions about products that impact their health and wellbeing. Three naturally aquatic derived nutrition supplements that have been thoroughly studied and have strong evidence for their powerful health-boosting abilities are chlorella, spirulina, and marine sourced minerals from red algae (Lithothamnium Calcareum).   7 Ingredients Your Multivitamin Should Have The Health Benefits Of Spirulina, Chlorella, and Sea Vegetables   One of the first considerations when deciding on which supplements may be worth consuming is recognizing the difference between the various forms. There are two different factors that can classify supplements: natural or artificial; and single nutrient or multi-nutrient. Synthetic supplements are produced in a laboratory setting and may contain either a single nutrient, or they could be a multi-nutrient blend or complex with several different substances contained within. Naturally derived supplements can be whole foods, processed whole foods, or even extracts of something as specific as a single vitamin or mineral from an original whole food source. There are also products that contain a combination of naturally sourced and synthetic nutritional substances.   Synthetic vs Natural Nutrients: Does It Matter?   While synthetic supplements are often affordable and convenient, there's evidence to suggest that they don't always act as adequate substitutes for naturally occurring forms of nutrition. They're often not as bioavailable or effective as natural forms, and can sometimes even have adverse health effects (Thiel, 20001). The second consideration of single versus multiple nutrient-containing supplements also has relatively clear comparative results from the scientific community. Multi-nutrient supplements are often more nutritionally relevant since most functions of the body are extremely complex and require a variety of nutritional factors to orchestrate. Having a combination of complementary nutrients can ensure their optimal absorption and utilisation in many cases (Kellett, 20112). They can also help to prevent extreme nutritional imbalances more likely to occur from large doses of single nutrient supplements (Beitz, 20023).   Multivitamin vs Individual Vitamins: Pros & Cons of Each Supplement Routine   With both of these variables in mind, it's clear that there can be value in a range of types of supplements, but naturally sourced supplements from whole foods that contain a variety of complementary nutritional substances is an ideal option. Some of the most nutritionally dense foods on the planet that are used for natural diet supplement included algae’s. Spirulina is a variety of blue-green algae more technically specified as a cyanobacteria, and it has a long list of impressive health benefits. Spirulina is popular as an excellent source of a complete protein since it contains all the essential amino acids. Beyond this, it contains a wide variety of other nutrients including copper, iron, niacin, riboflavin, and thiamin (Soni, 20174).   4 Health Benefits of Spirulina   Many of the benefits seen from spirulina supplementation stem from its anti-parasitic functions, its anti-inflammatory properties, and its antioxidant content. These attributes have translated into improved energy, lessened allergy symptoms, and several other factors that altogether support general health and wellbeing (Kiran, 20165, Cingi, 20086). Some of the health benefits spirulina provides are relatively uncommon in food substances such as its anti-parasitic and allergy-reducing effects (Khan, 20057). This consideration, along with the fact that it contains a well-balanced array of nutrients modern-day diets are often depleted of make it a valuable supplement to include in a health supporting protocol.   Benefits of Spirulina: Nutrients, Antioxidants, and More   Chlorella is the most popular form of algae often used on its own or within natural health products. Chlorella is an even more dense source of nutrition than spirulina, though its profile is different enough that both are worth including into a natural supplement routine. Chlorella is rich in a long list of vitamins and minerals, including but not limited to: magnesium, iron, selenium, potassium, zinc, vitamin c, vitamin d, vitamin a, fibre, and omega 3 fatty acids (Rani, 20188). Chlorella could be considered a varied nutritional supplement all on its own because of the wide range of nutrients it provides. Much like spirulina, some of the nutrition it provides is of particular importance to those who don't include or limit animal products in their diet. The high content of omega 3s, iron, and vitamin D are all rare occurrences in plant-based foods, and highlight the usefulness of adding chlorella to vegetarian diets (Merchant, 20159).  Chlorella has several properties that have given it its well-deserved reputation of being a superior superfood. It's anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and contains several antioxidants (Bito, 202010). These effects are what allows the algae to  increase energy levels and even improve athletic performance and recovery (Zhang, 201911). One of the features chlorella is most famous for however are the impressive benefits it has on gut health (Lv, 202212). Gut health is well known to play a key role in overall wellbeing since it's intricately linked to skin, brain, metabolism, and blood health. Poor gut health can set off a domino-like cascade of issues within the body, so protecting its proper functioning with chlorella's ability to improve the microbiome is invaluable (Singh, 201713).   Chlorella contains several metal-binding functional groups which have shown remarkable abilities to help remove certain substances humans are frequently exposed to from the body (Yadav, 202114). Toxins can be present in household items or personal care products, as well as in food and water sources. Long-term health effects from several common toxins can cause respiratory issues, digestive issues, hormonal issues, or even neurological ones (Beck, 202015). Since toxin intake is rarely considered or assessed by many healthcare practitioners, it's thought that chlorella consumption is a responsible way to support the body's excretion of harmful substances that could otherwise build-up and become detrimental to long-term health.   A final beneficial substance within chlorella that can't be found in any other food is what's known as chlorella growth factor (CGF). Chlorella growth factor is a nutrient-complex that may have several relevant effects on the biochemical processes. This growth factor is the main driving force that helps the algae to grow so rapidly in nature, and it's thought to have similar assistance in humans (Machmud, 202016). It's been shown to help with gut health, recovery from physical activity, and it may even potentially improve the lustre of hair, skin, and nails (Gomes, 202017).   What Is Chlorella Growth Factor And Why Is It Good For You?   The third and final water-sourced nutritional substance worth examining for its health benefits is a product from an ocean-sourced red algae called Lithothamnium Calcareum. It is a naturally occurring organic red algae supplement that's used as a multi-mineral complex. The red algae secrete a hard exterior shell rich in minerals that breaks off after 5 years and can then be sustainably harvested from the ocean floor. This fascinating substance contains over 70 different naturally occurring minerals and therefore offers a wide range of benefits for human health (Frestedt, 200818).   The Many Benefits of Red Algae   Each different mineral humans need serves a unique function in the body, so it's difficult to narrow down the positive effects of the multi-mineral complex to a handful of examples. Perhaps most notably, the red algae product contains high amounts of calcium and magnesium and trace amounts of manganese, sodium, Iodine selenium, strontium, boron and over 70 other marine trace minerals which are required for bone health, gut health, and even for ideal cognitive functioning. Lithothamnium Calcareum has been studied for these uses and has clearly emerged as an effective nutritional support to achieve those outcomes (Crowley, 201819).   The 5 Most Important Minerals You Should Be Getting In Your Diet   Other sources of minerals often originate from the earth's soil, but modern farming practices have made many soils mineral-depleted, which diminishes the mineral content of the foods grown in them (Thomas, 200320). This increasing gap between mineral requirements and mineral availability from food has created a need for multi-mineral supplement options for many consumers. Aquamin is a sustainable and high-quality source of these vital nutrients that seem to slowly be disappearing from the modern diet.   How Agriculture Depletes Soil Of Minerals And What To Do   There are certainly other foods that can contribute to good health beyond the scope of these three substances, but when considering nutrient-balance and nutrient-density, it's difficult to find more valuable alternatives. Including all three is a comprehensive way to ensure adequate intake of several important nutrients that are commonly under consumed, and the bioavailability of these natural supplements poses a strong argument for their use over synthetic multivitamin options. In sum, their effectiveness for boosting health is well studied, and likely worth the investment for anyone looking to improve both their short-term wellness, and long-term health.     Aghajanpour, M., Nazer, M. R., Obeidavi, Z., Akbari, M., Ezati, P., & Kor, N. M. (2017). 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