Oh, beautiful Missoula, you sure do know how to keep things interesting! After largely escaping a summer of smoke we got laid thick here in early September. It’s important that we all understand the risks to our health and risk mitigation techniques. In this blog post, we'll...
People may choose to avoid milk products for a variety of reasons, but often they don’t understand the differences in a true milk allergy, a milk protein intolerance, and lactose intolerance. In this article, we’ll discuss the unique causes, symptoms, and treatments related to each...
What is Quercetin? Quercetin is a plant pigment found in a variety of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and grains. Quercetin is a bioflavonoid known as a flavonol, important for its antioxidant properties.1 Its antioxidant properties help neutralize free radicals that may otherwise cause inflammation and contribute to...
What is fish oil? What is the difference between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids? Fish oil is oil extracted from the tissues of oily fish. Its popularity stems from its rich quantity of omega-3 fatty acids, particularly DHA and EPA. Omega-3s play several important roles in...
How is vitamin C used in the body? Vitamin C is one of the most well known and widely used vitamins. Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin, meaning it dissolves in water and travels through the body to various tissues, but isn’t effectively stored. Therefore, it...