Bountiful Benefits of Vitamin D
Vitamin D does a lot for our bodies. While it’s perhaps best known for supporting bone health and preventing osteoporosis, it does so...
Terrific Turmeric!
A cousin of ginger, turmeric comes from the root of the Curcuma Ionga plant, and is most often encountered spicing up southeastern Asian...
The Health Benefits of Seaweed
We all could—and should add more vegetables to our diet. And while getting an extra serving of asparagus or cauliflower would be just...
Much-Needed Minerals
When we use the phrase “vitamins and minerals,” it’s usually the vitamins that take center stage. But that doesn’t mean minerals are any...
Zinc: Not Just for Colds
Many people associate zinc with immunity, taking it when they feel a cold coming on. While zinc is an important part of maintaining a...
Glutathione: Immunity and Beyond
Glutathione. You’ve probably never heard of it, but this powerful antioxidant has so many health benefits you’ll never forget it. If...
Sporebiotics: Gut Health’s Unsung Hero
As our understanding of the gut-brain axis and the gut microbiome deepens, the more we appreciate—and seek out—probiotics. Whether you’re...
Your Body OFF Sugar
The average American consumes about 20 teaspoons of added sugar a day. Maybe you’re thinking “I don’t have a sweet tooth” or “I know I...
Serotonin: More Than Mood
Serotonin is neurotransmitter that plays a very important role in a number of bodily functions. While it is generally referenced in the...
GABA: The Need to Know Neurotransmitter
When it comes to neurotransmitters, AKA, those powerful brain chemicals that regulate mood, pain, appetite, and so much more, you’ve...
Electrolytes – Finding the Balance
If you’ve ever sipped from a bottle of Smartwater® or Gatorade, you’re likely aware of electrolytes and their connection to hydration....
Make Every Vitamin Work for You
If you’re health conscious, you’re likely familiar with—if not already benefitting from—the power of supplements. However, there’s a good...
The Importance of Protein
When you consider protein, you may only think of it in terms of muscle growth and physical activity. But protein is responsible for so...
Sip Your Way to Good Health
Joe. Java. Mud. No matter what you call it, coffee is a huge part of American culture, with 62 percent of us drinking the stuff every...
Your Brain on Yoga
If you’ve taken even a single yoga class, you’re likely aware of how impactful just one session can be: you leave class feeling happier...
Prevent Disease-Causing Chronic Inflammation
What do Alzheimer’s disease, asthma, cancer, heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), ankylosing spondylitis (AS), and type 2 diabetes...
The Truth About Alcohol and Health
For anyone interested in improving their overall wellness, questions about healthier alcohol consumption—namely, how much and what...
Food as Pharmacy: Eat to Boost Your Mood
Chances are, you’ve heard the term “brain food.” It’s usually used to describe certain healthy whole foods that boost your cognition,...
The Health Benefits of Probiotics
If you’re looking to improve your overall wellness, it’s worth adding probiotics to your regimen through a supplement, your diet, or...
What To Know About Type 3 Diabetes
For years, scientists have been trying to understand the cause of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and believed that genetics...
Boost Cognition with a Brain Detox
One of the biggest concerns we face about aging is cognitive decline. But what if I told you that we may have more control over our...
Nutrition for your Brain
You know that a healthy diet is an essential part of maintaining your physical health, but did you know that it also plays an important...