Dr. Allison Wills

AMINO ACIDS Examples: Glutamine, N- Acetyl Cysteine (NAC), Tyrosine, Taurine, Glycine, etc. When to take: On an empty stomach (30 minutes before or 1 hour after meals). VITAMINS A, D, E, and K These vitamins are fat soluble, meaning they need to be taken with fat to be absorbed. When to take: Take with food, Vitamin D is best taken in the morning or midday. SELENIUM Selenium absorption can be enhanced by taking it with Vitamin E and fat. When to take: Take with food. IRON Whe

We all know that Vitamin D is important for bone density, but it is also an important nutrient for many important functions in the body that are often overlooked. Even active people who are outside every day can experience symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency, and it is actually very common for individuals to be low in this nutrient - sometimes even while supplementing with Vitamin D! Below are some of the most common symptoms related to Vitamin D deficiency. 1. Fatigue Vitamin

We all have the best intentions of limiting our intake of refined carbohydrates and sugars, but sugar cravings can make it hard to resist temptation. Sugar cravings can be a signal that our blood glucose levels have dipped too low, and having an occasional craving is normal. According to the USDA, the average American consumes 156 pounds of added sugars per year -- this is not including natural sugars found in foods! These excessive amounts of addictive sugars cause glucose

Heavy Metal Toxicity decreases blood flow to all areas of the body and is especially damaging to the brain and nervous system. Heavy Metal Toxicty is very common in society today - toxic metals are not only in our food and water, but also in the air we breathe. This is the #1 approach I would take to prevent Alzheimers and cognitive decline. Taking antioxidant supplements can protect your brain from aging. DHA & EPA: These essential fatty acids are necessary in neuron funct

Acne is the most common skin disease, and can persist well beyond puberty in adults. Acne is caused primarily by four direct causes including: Increased sebum production Hyperkeratinization Bacterial colonization Inflammation These pathogenic factors thrive in a number of different conditions, with some of the most common being diet, genetics, stress, hygiene, inflammation, and hormone imbalances. For individuals that are adhering to proper hygiene (you can find out the toxi