Michael Chase has worked in the health and nutrition field as an educator, writer, and business owner for over 30 years. Michael completed undergraduate studies at Willamette University and attended graduate school at the University of Bridgeport’s Nutrition Institute, where he received a M.S. in Human Nutrition. Michael practices nutrition science and dietetics and the Oregon Natural Market.
The Preventative Effects of Berberine For High Blood Sugar and Metabolic Syndrome
You may have heard about berberine, but wondered exactly what it is. Berberine is not a plant, but it is a botanical compound available from many sources, just as vitamin C is not a plant, but many plants contain vitamin...
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The Hydrating Benefits Of Omega-7 From Sea Buckthorn
When you hear about omega fatty acids, omega-3 probably comes to mind. But there are a range of other omega fatty acids which are just as necessary. Omega-7 is found in just a few foods, including fish and nuts. However,...
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Control Chronic Stress With Targeted Nutrition
Feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Have too much to do on your “to-do” list? It may feel normal by now, but stress puts your health at great risk: it boosts blood pressure, causes weight gain (or unhealthy loss), zaps libido, exhausts the...
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What’s The Best Source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids?
Omega-3 fatty acids from fish have received some positive media attention recently. A prescription drug version of omega-3 EPA called Vascepa was shown to decrease triglyceride levels by 33%. Another study reported in the journal Translational Psychiatry found that supplementation...
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Build Energy, Strength, And Stamina With Red Ginseng
Busy people leading high-stress lives often have a vague feeling of ill ease – not quite sick, but not quite well. They have more trouble sustaining focus as they work on projects, and are easily distracted. They are tired, yet...
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