Calcium - Dherbs - The Best All Natural Herbal Remedies & Products https://www.dherbs.com/tag/calcium/ Buy the best herbal supplements, natural remedies, and herbal remedies from Dherbs. We're the #1 alternative medicine store online. ✓ Visit and shop now! Fri, 14 Nov 2025 17:48:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 7 Natural Sleep Aids That Actually Work https://www.dherbs.com/articles/7-natural-sleep-aids-that-actually-work/ Sat, 15 Nov 2025 09:05:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=177027

Sleep is the body’s way to heal and rejuvenate. Your health can suffer if you don’t get enough, so try these sleep aids to encourage...

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The average person spends approximately one-third of their life sleeping. Assuming you live to 70 years old, that’s about 23 years of sleeping, so it is important, to say the least. During sleep, the body has a chance to health and rejuvenate. Without proper rest, you will likely not feel your best, which can also trigger you to make unhealthy decisions, from the food you eat to lack of exercise. 

If you cannot sleep or experience difficulty falling asleep on a regular basis, you may require some natural sleep aids. Tens of millions of people experience difficulty focusing due to lack of sleep. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that millions of people nod off while driving. 

Fortunately, you do not have to let sleep get the better of you any longer. You can make some simple lifestyle changes, such as using natural sleep aid options that help you feel more refreshed. Additionally, being in sync with the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle, the circadian rhythm, can also help improve overall sleep. In addition to experimenting with the following sleep aids, consider establishing a consistent bedtime routine, avoiding caffeine too late in the day, and getting away from screens too close to bedtime. 

Magnesium

Studies confirm that people who are deficient in magnesium have more difficulty falling and staying asleep. Alternatively, people with higher magnesium levels tend to experience deeper sleep. That is especially true when sufficient magnesium intake is coupled with calcium intake, as calcium optimizes magnesium absorption. If you need help getting more magnesium in your diet, consider the following food ideas and combinations:

  • Banana with almonds 
  • Steel cut oats with dark cherries
  • Kefir with turmeric and cinnamon
  • Chamomile, passion flower, and valerian tea
  • Avocados
  • Crackers with almond butter
  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Dark chocolate

Valerian Root

According to research, valerian root exhibits relaxing and sedative effects. Typically, it is used in combination with chamomile, especially in relaxing tea blends. Valerian works to increase the amount of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA), which helps calm nerve cells in the brain. The Dherbs Nerve Formula contains valerian root for that exact reason, as it helps calm the nervous system. GABA also works to block Brian signals that cause anxiety.

St. John’s Wort

Depression is one of the most common conditions that can cause lack of sleep. Studies suggest that St. John’s wort, which contains adhyperforin and hyperforin, may drive mood and work as powerful as antidepressants. The National Sleep Foundation reported that insomnia is also common among depressed people. People who have insomnia are also at a higher risk for developing depression. Research shows that using St. John’s wort to treat depression may lead to more restful sleep.

Lavender

Well-known for its calming properties, lavender essential oil may help reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality. A randomized controlled trial aimed to compare the effects of lavender and sleep hygiene practices versus sleep hygiene alone on sleep quality. Study authors separate the 79 college student participants with sleep troubles into two groups. Both of the groups practiced strong sleep hygiene and one of the groups wore an inhalation chest patch with lavender. The study took place over five days, with a two-week follow-up. The group with the lavender chest patch improved sleep quality. 

Chamomile

Similar to lavender, chamomile is also known for its calming effects. Drinking chamomile tea or taking it as a supplement can help you relax and fall asleep more easily. A 2015 study involved 80 Taiwanese postnatal women with poor sleep quality. The researchers split them into two groups, one of which drank chamomile tea for two weeks, while the other was a control group. The chamomile group demonstrated significantly lower scores of physical-symptoms-related sleep inefficiency. Researchers noted that the chamomile group, while the effects were positive, were only limited to the immediate term. 

Passion Flower

Not only does anxiety affect how you sleep, but it also affects the brain’s ability to turn off. Passion flower provides a calming effect that may help an anxious person’s circle of thought. Clinical trials confirm that passion flower can reduce anxiety as effectively as benzodiazepine oxazepam, a commonly prescribed anxiety medication. A four-week, double-blind study of people with general anxiety disorder compared passion flower to that drug. Although oxazepam worked a little faster, passion flower was equally as effective. That confirms that passion flower is a powerful anti-anxiety aid that may in turn benefit sleep. 

Essential Oils

There are many essential oils that help calm the mind and body, and most of them do not cause adverse reactions. One study on cancer patients, a common group with sleep issues, aimed to understand if aromatherapy using essential oils could help them achieve better sleep. Each patient received aroma sticks over a 13-week period. Of the participants, 94% reported using the aroma sticks, while 92% reported that they would continue to use them. Of the essential oils, bergamot, frankincense, lavender, mandarin, and sandalwood essential oils proved most effective for aiding sleep.

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8 Persimmon Recipes That Help You Embrace Fall https://www.dherbs.com/articles/8-persimmon-recipes-that-help-you-embrace-fall/ Tue, 21 Oct 2025 09:13:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=162535

Usually in season between September and December, persimmons are incredible fall fruits! We hope you love these fall-inspired recipes!

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Persimmons are the national fruit of Japan and are typically available between September and December. They are great sources of phosphorus, potassium, and vitamin C, which everyone could use more of during the fall and winter months. In this article, we’ll detail a few health benefits of persimmons and how to incorporate them into different recipes. 

There are two types of persimmon: Asian and American. Native Americans have harvested the American persimmon for centuries, eating them dried or baked into bread. American persimmons grow wild and are not cultivated like Japanese persimmons are. There are two types of Japanese persimmon: Hachiya and Fuyu. The former is acorn-shaped and astringent because of the high tannin content, while the latter is more tomato-shaped and non-astringent, so they can eat when underripe or ripe. 

Health Benefits

The persimmon exhibits an impressive nutritional profile, with high concentrations of beta-cryptoxanthin (an antioxidant compound) and potassium. Persimmons are also great sources of vitamin A, fiber, calcium, phosphorus, and more. Because of their vitamin A and antioxidant content, persimmons may benefit eye health by supporting functions that enable normal vision. Vitamin A also helps people see better in the dark and contributes to better immune function

The antioxidant content activity is extremely high in astringent persimmon varieties. That makes them a great addition to anyone’s diet, especially since antioxidants help fight oxidative stress caused by free radicals. Although the body produces its own antioxidants, obtaining more via dietary sources can help counteract the negative effects of free radicals. Additionally, researchers found that persimmons exhibited anti-inflammatory properties in various animal studies. Their antioxidant properties were able to reduce inflammation and tissue damage, but more human research is necessary. 

Nutritional Information

The nutritional information for a raw Japanese persimmon per 100 grams (g) is as follows:

  • Calories: 70
  • Protein: 0.58 g
  • Fat: 0.19 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18.59 g
  • Fiber: 3.6 g
  • Vitamin C: 7.5 milligrams (mg) 
  • Vitamin A: 81 micrograms (mcg) of retinol activity equivalents (RAE)
  • Phosphorus: 17 mg
  • Calcium: 8 mg
  • Beta-carotene: 253 mcg
  • Iron: 150 mcg
  • Beta-cryptoxanthin: 1447 mcg

As a quick note, the nutritional value for an American persimmon is very similar to that of the Japanese persimmon. There may be some variations, but they are more or less the same. Below, you’ll find eight different persimmon recipes, all of which are raw vegan, just in case you happen to be cleansing.

Persimmon Pomegranate Salsa

How do you make the most of persimmon season? You get creative, like incorporating them into this refreshing fall-inspired salsa!

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Spiced Persimmon Smoothie

The perfect fall smoothie has arrived! Embrace seasonal persimmons and spice them up with bananas, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.

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Dehydrated Persimmons

Enjoy an incredibly healthy snack with one of our favorite fall fruits: the mighty persimmon. They exhibit such a unique and delicious flavor!

Click here to make the recipe. 

Raw Vegan Persimmon Sorbet

Persimmon sorbet is easy to make and naturally sweet with a velvety texture. Not only does it look and taste good, but it’s also good for you.

Click here to make the recipe. 

Cranberry Persimmon Pomegranate Smoothie

Embrace some of fall’s most nutritionally diverse ingredients when you enjoy this refreshing cranberry persimmon pomegranate smoothie.

Click here to make the recipe. 

Perfect Persimmon Pudding

This raw vegan persimmon pudding is the perfect cinnamon-infused dessert or healthy snack to enjoy during the fall season.

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Persimmon Pomegranate Mixed Green Salad

Let some of our favorite fall flavors entice your taste buds. You’ll fall in love with this seasonal persimmon pomegranate salad

Click here to make the recipe. 

Orange Carrot Persimmon Smoothie

Embrace some of the best fall flavors by sipping on this persimmon smoothie. It’s full of immune-boosting vitamins and minerals.

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Blue Spirulina Chia Pudding https://www.dherbs.com/recipes/recipe/blue-spirulina-chia-pudding/ Mon, 08 Sep 2025 17:14:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?post_type=recipe&p=176599

Enjoy a healthy vegan breakfast option that's made with just five ingredients. Spirulina chia pudding is a new, flavorful experience!

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Blue spirulina is a blue-green algae commonly found in lakes and ponds. It is one of the most nutrient-dense foods in existence, being chock-full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, carotenoids, and protein. According to several studies, blue spirulina may exhibit anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer activity. Other studies show that it may help lower cholesterol, reduce blood pressure, aid anemia patients due to the iron content, among other benefits. Due to its neutral flavor, it makes for a great addition to smoothies, drinks, oatmeal, chia pudding, and more for an added nutritional boost.

Although blue spirulina gives this chia pudding its color, the chia seeds make this recipe possible. When you soak chia seeds in liquid, they begin to absorb it and start to bloom, which creates the pudding or tapioca-like consistency. In fact, chia seeds absorb 12 times their weight in water, which actually prolongs hydration. Chia seeds are naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein, calcium, and antioxidants. There is really no reason to avoid these small but mighty healthy seeds.

All you have to do to make the chia pudding is whisk the almond milk, agave nectar, vanilla extract, and spirulina powder together in a mixing bowl. While whisking, pour in the chia seeds and continue to whisk to avoid clumping. Once everything is incorporated, cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight to set. You can also transfer the mixture to a couple jars and refrigerate overnight. Grab the chia pudding in the morning, top with optional fruit or nuts, and enjoy!

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Raw Vegan Dandelion Pesto https://www.dherbs.com/recipes/recipe/raw-vegan-dandelion-pesto/ Fri, 06 Jun 2025 17:43:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?post_type=recipe&p=175971

Enjoy a slightly bitter yet incredibly refreshing take a classic sauce when you make this raw vegan dandelion pesto.

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Is this dandelion pesto nature’s green powerhouse in sauce form? We’ll leave that for you to decide. What we can tell you is that this highly addictive sauces is crafted from dandelion greens, which bring a wild, bitter-green twist to a classic sauce. Forget the basil and cheese, because they aren’t needed here. It still contains pine nuts, lemon juice, olive oil, and other seasonings, but the dandelions require other ingredients to tame the subtle bitterness.

Often dismissed as pesky weeds, dandelions are rich in antioxidants, including vitamins A, C, and K, and other minerals like calcium and iron. That makes this pesto a superfood sauce in disguise! Blended with heart-healthy olive oil, crunchy pine nuts, garlic, lemon juice, turmeric, nutritional yeast, and sea salt, this pesto strikes a great balance between bold, rustic flavors and bright citrusy tones. It’s a great sauce, whether you decide to pour it over zucchini noodles, use it as a dip, or pile it onto a tray of roasted veggies. It truly awakens the palate!

Best of all, it does not contain preservatives, dairy, and artificial additives, which are common ingredients in most store bought pesto sauces. This sauce is pure plant-powered goodness straight from the garden to your plate. Now, that does not mean you have to go foraging for dandelions, but they are a common weed that people discard. Just forage for flavor! Play it safe and buy dandelion greens from the grocery store, a move that will also ensure you have enough greens free of pests for the pesto.

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The Best Creamy Hemp Milk https://www.dherbs.com/recipes/recipe/the-best-creamy-hemp-milk/ Sat, 19 Apr 2025 17:14:33 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?post_type=recipe&p=175716

Super rich and creamy, this hemp milk is everything you want from a plant-based milk. The best part? No straining required!

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What do you need to make one of the best seed milks you’ve ever tasted? Two ingredients, although we added a few extra just to enhance the flavor. Hemp milk is quick and easy to make, and the best part is that you don’t have to strain it like you would almond milk or cashew milk. It is smooth, creamy, and rich, making it a great choice for smoothies, baking, or even cooking. You could even take it to the next level and make a hemp cream, but we don’t have time for that recipe today.

If you have never had hemp milk, you are probably wondering what it tastes like. It has a similar nutty flavor to almond milk, but is creamier than both almond milk and soy milk. Hemp milk also exhibits subtle earthy notes, which is similar to the flavor of hemp seeds themselves. That’s why we decided to add raw agave nectar and alcohol-free vanilla extract to distract your taste buds from those earthy notes. Flavor notes aside, hemp milk is incredibly nutritious, exhibiting impressive amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. Hemp seeds are also rich in vitamin E and minerals like magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, iron, and potassium.

Hemp seeds are very tender, which means that they break down easily during the blending process. No soaking required to soften them! Simply add the hemp hearts and other ingredients to the blender, blend, and serve! You don’t need a nut milk bag or cheesecloth because there is no pulp!

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Cheesy Raw Vegan Kale Chips https://www.dherbs.com/recipes/recipe/cheesy-raw-vegan-kale-chips/ Fri, 11 Apr 2025 17:33:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?post_type=recipe&p=175651

Don't assume that this is your average kale chip! Tossed in a cheesy cashew sauce, these raw vegan chips are the perfect snack.

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Who doesn’t love a good snack? It’s so easy to open up a bag of chips and just start eating handful after handful. The same can be said for a bucket of popcorn. Unfortunately, we all know that these snacks are empty calories and only leave us wanting more. Plus, the sodium content is through the roof! The good news is that it’s possible to enjoy a crunchy snack in a healthy way.

That’s right, folks, we are talking about kale chips. These crunchy creations are not only addictively delicious, but also highly nutritious. Closely related to cabbage, broccoli, collard greens, and cauliflower, kale offers an assortment of nutrients, including vitamins, A, B6, C, & K, manganese, magnesium, riboflavin, folate, fiber, calcium, and other important plant compounds. The antioxidants in kale include quercetin and kaempferol, both of which are present in large amounts in kale. According to test-tube and animal studies, these compounds work to support heart health, reduce inflammation, slow the growth of cancer cells, and protect against chronic diseases.

What separates these kale chips from the next batch is that you dehydrate them after covering them in a creamy cashew cheese sauce. Because of that, the kale takes a lot longer to get crispy. You will need about 12 hours of dehydration in order to yield a crispy, cheesy kale chip. Before you sauce the kale in cashew cheese sauce, make sure to massage it with sea salt and lemon juice. Once the leaves are coated, you can toss them in the cashew sauce before placing them on dehydrator sheets. Don’t overlap the kale pieces or else they won’t get crispy.

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Get Your Vitamin D To Avoid Osteoporosis  https://www.dherbs.com/articles/get-your-vitamin-d-to-avoid-osteoporosis/ Fri, 11 Apr 2025 09:05:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=175653

Researchers note that vitamin D modulates healthy calcium concentrations the body. Getting your daily dose could help you avoid osteoporosis.

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It’s a sad fact that about one billion people worldwide have vitamin D deficiency. Roughly 50% of the world’s population has vitamin D insufficiency, and about 35% of adults in the United States are deficient in vitamin D. Now, vitamin D deficiency means that the body doesn’t have enough vitamin D. Failure to address the issue can cause a person to experience problems with bones and muscles. 

That leads perfectly into the focal point of this article: osteoporosis. This condition is characterized by bones becoming fragile due to loss of tissue. That usually happens as a result of vitamin D deficiency or calcium deficiency. Osteoporosis affects about 10 million American adults over the age of 50. The likelihood of developing the condition after age 80 increases by 30% in men and 47% in women, according to a 2017 review of studies. 

It’s no secret that musculoskeletal health is of major concern as you get older. Keeping muscles, tissues, and bones strong as you age can help you avoid osteoporosis, among other age-related conditions. Keeping up your vitamin D intake can help support your bones in the long run. 

The Link Between Osteoporosis And Vitamin D

Vitamin D promotes the absorption of calcium in the gut and helps regulate healthy calcium concentrations within the body. The calcium in the body is used to maintain muscle strength and to mineralize bones, which can help prevent fractures. Because the body loses bone density as it ages, consuming adequate amounts of vitamin D and calcium is essential to support bone integrity. 

A 2021 review in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences found that vitamin D deficiency accelerates bone turnover, loss, and fractures. It’s no surprise, then, that vitamin D deficiency is more prevalent in older adults with osteoporosis. 

How To Avoid Vitamin D Deficiency As You Age

In order to maintain musculoskeletal health, especially as you age, you have to maintain optimal vitamin D levels. Since older age is a major risk factor for vitamin D deficiency, you have to be mindful of your levels, and those of older friends and loved ones. Health experts explain that the most effective way to maintain healthy vitamin D levels at any age is through quality supplementation. Before choosing a supplement, you must know how much you need. The amount you need each day depends on your age, and the recommended daily intake is listed in micrograms (mcg) and International Units (IU) below:

  • Birth to 12 months: 10 mcg (400 IU)
  • Children 1-13 years: 15 mcg (600 IU)
  • Teens 14-18 years: 15 mcg (600 IU)
  • Adults 19-70 years: 20 mcg (800 IU)
  • Pregnant and breastfeeding teens and women: 15 mcg (600 IU)

What’s The Difference Between Vitamin D2 and D3?

When choosing a vitamin D supplement, make sure to check the label to determine if it is vitamin D2 or D3. D2 is the plant-based form of the vitamin and is commonly in fortified foods, such as orange juice and cereal. D2 is primarily sourced from fungi and yeast by exposing them to UVB radiation. If you are vegan or vegetarian, D2 is the optimal supplement choice. That said, several studies found that vitamin D3, which comes from fatty fish, is superior at boosting activated vitamin D levels in the blood. If you choose a D2 supplement, you may need a higher dose in order to raise blood levels. Check with your healthcare professional to determine how much you need. 

The Takeaway

Now more than ever, take bone integrity and muscle strength seriously, especially if you are climbing the age ladder. Vitamin D deficiency can increase the risk of osteoporosis and other musculoskeletal conditions. In order to maintain healthy bones and muscles with age, supplement with the proper amount, eat fortified foods, and get a little sun exposure when you can. All of these efforts will support the musculoskeletal system!

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Raw Vegan Celery Leaf Pesto https://www.dherbs.com/recipes/recipe/raw-vegan-celery-leaf-pesto/ Sat, 22 Mar 2025 17:14:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?post_type=recipe&p=175456

A very unique take on a classic sauce! This celery leaf pesto is dairy-free, raw vegan, and may even aid the body's detoxification efforts.

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Here we go again with the creativity! This isn’t a plane Jane pesto, people. We have to change it up and keep you on your toes so that your taste buds remain interested in raw vegan foods. Varying your ingredients and straying from the well-traveled path is a great way to enjoy new flavors and reap the benefits of different plant compounds. Because we live in a society that regularly wastes edible parts of fruits and vegetables, we wanted to provide a unique way to use celery leaves, which most people discard without hesitation.

Next time you have a bunch of celery with beautiful leaves, turn those leaves into a pesto. While you can incorporate them into salads, it is much easier and quicker to transform them into a pesto sauce. From a nutritional standpoint, celery leaves are rich in the following vitamins and minerals:

  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin C
  • Vitamin K
  • Calcium
  • Magnesium
  • Potassium
  • Fiber
  • Beta-carotene

Celery leaves may help enhance immune function due to the presence of vitamins A and C. Both of these vitamins work to protect the body against infections, while simultaneously enhancing skin health. The calcium and magnesium in celery leaves are essential for maintaining strong bones and reducing the risk of osteoporosis. Because celery leaves contain antioxidants and chlorophyll, they aids the body’s natural detoxification processes. In fact, they may aid the body with toxin elimination.

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Hydrating With Alkaline Water? Here Are 4 Potential Benefits https://www.dherbs.com/articles/hydrating-with-alkaline-water-here-are-4-potential-benefits/ Sun, 16 Mar 2025 10:14:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=175401

Is alkaline water all hype, or can your overall health benefit from it? We review 4 potential benefits of hydrating with alkaline water.

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It seems that you cannot wander down the bottled water aisle at a supermarket or grocery store without encountering several forms of alkaline water. Not to mention, there are various types of spring water, mineral water, sparkling water, distilled water, and classic filtered water. You may even find some volcanic water, but that isn’t at your average store. One thing is for certain, though, and it is that alkaline water and filtered water are different prices. Is there truly a difference between alkaline water and regular H2O, though? 

What Is Alkaline?

Let’s remove water from the equation for one moment to get a better understanding of alkalinity. Scientists use the pH scale, which goes from 0 – 14 to measure alkaline and acid substances. If something has a pH lower than 7, it is acidic. If something has a pH higher than 7, it is alkaline, or basic. Most tap water has a pH of about 7.5, whereas bottled water is typically closer to 7.0. 

Alkaline water usually ranges between 8.0 and 9.0, but it can be higher. There are beneficial nutrients you can reap if you drink alkaline water, but dietitians are a bit skeptical of the alkaline water trend. Is alkaline water truly worth it

Nutrition Facts

To give you a better idea of the nutrients in alkaline water, here is the general nutritional information for an eight-ounce bottle of alkaline water:

  • Calories: 0
  • Total fat: 0
  • Trans fat: 0
  • Protein: 0
  • Cholesterol: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 0
  • Fiber: 0
  • Sodium: 4.8 milligrams (mg)
  • Total sugars: 0
  • Added sugars: 0
  • Magnesium: 4.8 mg
  • Calcium: 24 mg
  • Copper: 0.017 mg

Natural alkaline water, or spring water, that runs over rocks will pick up minerals, including magnesium, potassium, and calcium carbonate. Those minerals raise the water’s pH, creating alkaline water. Those minerals are necessary for many bodily functions, including those related to your heart, brain, muscles, and bones. 

Experts state that there are two types of alkaline water: natural from springs and chemically processed. Most bottled alkaline water that you can buy in stores is typically the former. The natural alkaline water is collected and then bottled, but the processed version goes through an ionizer, which uses electricity to add hydrogen to the water in order to yield a higher pH. Continue reading to learn about some of the potential health benefits of drinking alkaline water. 

May Prevent Bone Loss

The older you get, the more you have to worry about bone less, considering that osteoporosis affects about one in five women, and one in 20 men, over the age of 50. Osteoporosis can make bones brittle and more prone to fracture, especially in postmenopausal women. The body needs to maintain a blood pH between 7.35 and 7.45, and one way it does this is by releasing calcium into the bloodstream. That leaves less calcium for your bones. One way to replenish this calcium is by consuming calcium-rich foods, including alkaline water. In a study of 100 postmenopausal women who drank alkaline water daily for three months while taking calcium supplements. Researchers observed that, when combined with calcium supplementation, alkaline water provided some improvements in bone loss. 

May Aid Hydration Efforts

Drinking any kind of water is beneficial for everyone, regardless of athletic ability. Water is necessary to live! Athletes who fail to hydrate properly can experience muscle cramps, reduced coordination, and decreased athletic performance. In one small study, 12 male university students drank natural alkaline water for three days before intense physical activity. The results indicated that they were better hydrated than those who drank tap water. Some people consume more water if it is alkaline, and there is nothing wrong with drinking more water. Researchers agree that people should drink alkaline water if it increases your water intake. More research is necessary to determine if it hydrates more effectively than regular filtered water, though. 

May Offer Cancer Protection

Make sure to take this claim with the tiniest grain of salt. According to some studies, cancer cannot grow in alkaline environments. That has begged the question of whether or not an alkaline diet, which includes alkaline water, can make the body an uninhabitable environment for cancer. Unfortunately, the biggest problem with this theory is that alkaline water alone cannot change your blood’s pH. Drinking alkaline water, while a great way to hydrate, is unlikely to affect cancer cells. For this reason, more research is necessary to support this claim. Currently, research and medical professionals concur that food and water cannot change the body’s pH levels because it is a highly regulated system.

May Combat Acid Reflux

Alkaline substances can neutralize acid, so drinking alkaline water may combat symptoms of high acidity in the stomach, but not for long. Research shows that the contents of the stomach are very acidic. Consuming a product that helps reduce that acidity may provide temporary relief. In fact, it will only last for a short while, for example, a few minutes at best. Alkaline water may be dangerous when consumed with certain medications, such as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). For this reason, consult your healthcare professional before you combine alkaline water with any medications. 

Alkaline water has grown in popularity, but it is not a cure for various health conditions. More research is still necessary to prove that alkaline water exhibits the potential health benefits listed in this article. Just remember to stay hydrated, with alkaline or filtered water, if you want to keep the body as healthy as possible.

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Healthy St Patrick’s Day Shake https://www.dherbs.com/recipes/recipe/healthy-st-patricks-day-shake/ Fri, 14 Mar 2025 17:21:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?post_type=recipe&p=175379

St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner, so we pulled this healthy rendition of a classic shake out of our bucket of gold recipes.

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It’s the middle of March, which can only mean one thing: St Patrick’s Day is nearly here. There is a certain food establishment that serves the classic Shamrock Shake annually. You know the one, right? There are golden arches, or something like that (wink wink). The main thing we want is for you not to succumb to the temptation. Don’t let curiosity get the better of you because one of those small shakes contains the following nutrition:

  • Calories: 500
  • Total carbohydrates: 82 grams (g)
  • Protein: 11 g
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Cholesterol: 55 milligrams (mg)
  • Calcium: 380 mg
  • Potassium: 500 mg
  • Sodium: 160 mg

For reference, the shake is made with vanilla ice cream, a sugary processed syrup, and whipped cream. This recipe doesn’t contain any of those things, because we actually care about your health. The good news is that there are many different ways to create your own shamrock shake. You just have to keep an open mind about your food, and all that you can do with it.

This shake is not really a shake; rather, it’s a smoothie. Avocado contributes to the green color, but so does the spinach and mint. Avocado is a great smoothie ingredient because it helps make it more creamy, while also adding protein, healthy fats, magnesium, potassium, and vitamin C. Don’t worry…you won’t taste it at all, especially since this smoothie also contains bananas, which provide natural sweetness. The touch of raw cacao powder is optional, but it provides the classic mint chocolate combo that a shamrock shake is.

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