Should You Bother Taking Supplements?
Dietary supplements are everywhere. Claiming to help all health conditions from cosmetic desires to chronic illnesses, the supplement industry had an estimated market size of $115 billion in 2018 (Grand View Research, 2019). In a
Spectracell Testing is Now Available at Symmetry!
Symmetry is now offering a blood test capable of helping patients determine their levels of important micronutrients. "Micronutrient" is a general term for a group of nutrients essential to the healthy functioning of the body,
Welcoming Lia!
We are excited to welcome Lia Rubinoff to the nutrition department full time. Lia is a certified Nutrition Consultant from Bauman College, with a background in Herbalism and Philosophy. She has been on the Symmetry
The Sun Is Out, But Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D?
Known as the sunshine vitamin because our bodies can make it when our skin is exposed to sunlight, vitamin D has generally been thought of as a vitamin supportive of bone health. However, studies have
Water for Weight Loss
Water is the origin of life, so it is no surprise that sufficient daily water intake is crucial for overall health. Water assists with bodily functions such as digestion, enzyme activity, cell hydration, skin hydration,
Why is Everyone Taking Fish Oil?
"Take your fish oils" is becoming one of the most common suggestions in regards to supplementation. This is because fish oils contain omega-3 fatty acids. With a name that references its molecular shape, omega-3's are