How Do Electrolytes Help With Hydration?
Is it hot enough for you? Summer is in full swing and we hope you are staying cool. We’ve all been told how important it is to drink plenty of water, especially when we work out, play sports, and spend time outdoors. But there’s more to staying hydrated than drinking liquids. What most people don’t […]
Essential Amino Acids & Their Health Benefits: A Complete Guide
You learned long ago in science class that amino acids are the building blocks of protein. But do you know what else they do and why it’s important to make sure you’re getting adequate amounts? There are 20 amino acids in the human body and they’re classified as nine essential amino acids, and eleven non-essential […]
How Much Vitamin D Do I Need A Day?
It’s spring! The flowers are blooming and it’s finally getting warm after a long winter. For most of us that means more time spent outdoors. In addition to getting added exercise, we’ll be absorbing vitamin D naturally through our skin. Vitamin D has been scrutinized by researchers and health care practitioners throughout the past century. […]
What is Beta Sitosterol? Natural Support for Prostate Health & More.
Happy Spring! This month, we’re focusing on something that should matter to all men—especially as we get into our 50’s and beyond: prostate health. Before we go any further, for men as we age, regular screenings, like the PSA (prostate-specific antigen) test, are vital for early detection of potential prostate health issues. Staying proactive about […]
Anti-Inflammatory Diet Guide: What to Eat, What to Avoid & How It May Reduce Chronic Inflammation
March is Nutrition Health Month, and we invite you to learn how an anti-inflammatory diet can make a real difference in how you feel mentally, emotionally and physically. Inflammation can help the body heal. When you get injured or sick, your body sends white blood cells to the affected area. For instance, if you get […]
February Heart Health Month: Tips for Supporting your Cardiovascular Health
February Heart Health Month February is Heart Health Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to focus on supporting your cardiovascular wellness. That means looking at ways to improve your diet, include more exercise in your routine, and consider adding heart-support supplements to your daily health regimen. Taking care of your heart starts with […]
7 Exercises to Help You Stay Active Without Stressing Your Joints
Exercises that are Easy on Your Joints Do you feel stiff when you get out of bed in the morning, or after sitting at a desk or on a couch for hours? Inactive muscles and joints are more likely to feel stiff and achy when your body temperature drops – like during sleep – and […]
10 Holiday Stress Tips: Effective Ways to Reduce Holiday Stress
The holidays always seem to arrive faster than we expect—equal parts joyful and wonderfully hectic. Amid the bustling preparations and the occasional surprise—a water heater acting up, a missing ingredient at the store, or an unexpected errand with the dog—there’s still plenty of room for joy, connection, and calm. Stress can build up like fresh […]
Men’s Health Matters: 6 Powerful Steps to Take This Movember
November has another nomenclature. It’s Movember, which is a combination of the words “moustache” and “November.” Movember (also known as Men’s Health Awareness Month) is an annual, global month-long campaign to raise awareness and funds for men’s health issues, namely prostate and testicular cancer, and mental health. Promoters encourage men to get health screenings, discuss […]