With an early start to flu season and the severity of the strands this year it’s important to keep your immune system healthy and consider how herbs can play a role in helping you do so. While you may be familiar with using herbs like Echinacea, Olive Leaf, and Garlic to keep you healthy during […]
Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in our bodies and is found primarily in our bones. This nutrient is responsible for more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body like providing energy, regulating body temperature, helping you sleep, relaxing your muscles, and boosting your immune system yet most of us are deficient in magnesium.
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This year, rather than resolving to make some monumental change that I knew deep down I wouldn’t keep, I resolved to do something that would benefit myself and others: send mail. I love receiving a card in the mail from a friend or family member for no reason at all. Personal mail is better than […]
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You may be familiar with the benefits probiotics can provide to the body after you’ve finished a round of antibiotics but did you know they can play a key role in the healthy function of your immune system this cold and flu season? Whether you’re taking them as an oral supplement or ingesting them through […]
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It seems everyone has a full plate around the holidays and, given the fact that 22% of Americans report an extreme level of stress daily, sometimes we need a reminder for how to reign in the stress and enjoy the season. We’ve got quick tips for keeping yourself in check as you’re busy with family, […]
Vitamin D, or the “sunshine vitamin,” is one of the most talked about and artificially supplemented nutrients in the human diet. This makes sense as it is also one of the most crucial regulators of bone development and immune function, being responsible for the absorption of calcium and phosphorous in the digestive tract. Aside from […]
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You have probably heard of them or maybe even take them, but do you know why enzymes are so important? Enzymes are what break down food into molecules the body can use for energy. Sounds simple enough right? Well, without enzymes, the food you eat would not be digested and you would die from starvation. But […]
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—–This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to everyone who participated and congratulations to our winner, Renata! —– Most children are deficient in EPA and DHA, the omega-3 essential fatty acids in fish oil. Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are nutrients that are considered “essential” because they are required for optimal health but cannot be produced by […]
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Having your gallbladder removed is not ideal, but more than half a million Americans have theirs removed each year. The gallbladder is not necessary for survival, but certainly plays an important part in digestion and overall health. The gallbladder is responsible for creating and storing bile, which is used in the digestive process to break down fats (oils) and […]
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If you grind fresh coffee in the morning does that mean you’ve genetically modified the beans? What if you decide to can pickles—have you altered the natural state of the cucumber to the point that it’s been genetically modified? No but that’s what Proposition 37 suggests as it is written.
