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Polymethoxyflavones (PMFs): Unlocking the Power of Citrus for Health

Polymethoxyflavones (PMFs): Unlocking the Power of Citrus for Health

Polymethoxyflavones (PMFs) are a group of naturally occurring compounds found primarily in citrus fruits, particularly in the peels of oranges, tangerines, and other citrus varieties. These flavonoids have gained attention in the world of nutrition and health due to...

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Gut Permiability and Its Connection to Beauty from Within

Gut Permiability and Its Connection to Beauty from Within

The concept of what you look like (skin health) outside being connected to gut health has been around for centuries.  Chinese medicine believes there is a connection to the skin through two primary organs: the lungs and the large intestine.  Recently, we have added...

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Ashwagandha, Holy Basil and Rhodiola: Understanding the Power of Different Adaptogens

Ashwagandha, Holy Basil and Rhodiola: Understanding the Power of Different Adaptogens

Adaptogens have gained significant popularity recently as natural remedies that help the body manage stress and promote overall well-being. Among the most revered adaptogens are Ashwagandha, Holy Basil, and Rhodiola. While all three herbs share the common goal of...

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Fall Cleansing: A Total Body Makeover

Fall Cleansing: A Total Body Makeover

As the seasons shift, many of us focus on improving our overall health. A seasonal cleanse is one of the best ways to kickstart a healthier you. Just like you prepare your home or car for changing seasons, your body benefits from a periodic “reset.” Like the “spring...

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The Health Benefits of Citrus Bioflavonoids

The Health Benefits of Citrus Bioflavonoids

I recently met Rob Brewster, President (Brewster Brand Citrus Bioflavonoids/Brewster Nutrition/Ingredients by Nature), whose family business pioneered the bioflavonoid category nearly 75 years ago. His passion and knowledge of this category immediately got my...

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SloIron: A New and Innovative Iron Ingredient

SloIron: A New and Innovative Iron Ingredient

Iron deficiency is a common issue, particularly among women, leading to symptoms like fatigue, weakness, and anemia. While iron supplements are widely available, many cause gastrointestinal discomfort, which can deter people from taking them consistently. SloIron...

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Digestive Woes?  Maybe it’s Stress

Digestive Woes? Maybe it’s Stress

Most of us wouldn’t think stress is vital to our digestive health, yet it does. The digestive system comprises your mouth, throat, esophagus, stomach, and the large and small intestines (collectively called the gut).  Three main organs contribute to this system: the...

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Liver Health Help

Liver Health Help

Let's face it; the liver is the primary organ in the body that often gets overlooked when it comes to health.  According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Liver is the organ responsible for the smooth flow of emotions as well as Qi and blood. It is the organ that...

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Beauty from Within

Beauty from Within

While the natural product industry spends most of its efforts on the beauty aspects of skincare, the market for skin conditions also offers a huge opportunity. Skin conditions affect almost 900 million people worldwide at any given time.[i]  In the U.S., five skin...

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Fast and Effective Stress Relief

Fast and Effective Stress Relief

Occasional stress is a common health concern around the world.  Not only is stress a negative for a person’s mental health, but it is also a significant contributing factor to many other conditions such as chronic pain, cardiovascular disease, digestive disorders,...

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Liver Health

Liver Health

Let's face it: the liver is the primary organ in the body that often gets overlooked when it comes to health. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the liver is responsible for the smooth flow of emotions, Qi, and blood....

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Active Lifestyle

Active Lifestyle

The topic of active lifestyle means different things to everyone. If you are an athlete, this may mean improving workouts, times, strength, or even mental wellness support. For a senior, it may mean being able to move more easily, reduce painful movement, or even...

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Healthy Brain = Healthy Body

Healthy Brain = Healthy Body

What do you think of when you see the words "Healthy Brain"?  Most of us think about our parents or grandparents and how they forget things or aren't quite as sharp as they used to be. However, this is only part of the equation for a healthy brain and its...

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Is Lack of Sleep Making You Sick?

Is Lack of Sleep Making You Sick?

Poor sleep is a common issue for many.  Look at the numbers: Adults who were short sleepers (less than 7 hours per 24-hour period) were more likely to report ten chronic health conditions compared to those who got enough sleep (7 or more hours per 24-hour period)...

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e-Sports Supplement Guide

e-Sports Supplement Guide

Attention all e-gamers, you need to take a hard look at adding supplements to your daily routine.  The demands of e-gaming can negatively impact your health and performance while playing.  This blog will cover several areas e-gamers should consider supplementing their...

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A Twist on Plant Based Diets

A Twist on Plant Based Diets

Over the past decade, we have seen a migration to a “new” diet.  As if we didn’t have enough “diets” to choose from, i.e., paleo, vegan, vegetarian, Atkins, etc., plant-based can be a bit confusing to most.  This blog will take a closer look at what a “plant-based...

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Total Body Recovery

Total Body Recovery

When we think about body recovery, the first thing that comes to mind can be different for each of us.  For me, I think about recovering from a workout.  Others may think about recovery from a medical condition.  This blog will focus on two areas of body recovery:...

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Sage Advice for Menopause

Sage Advice for Menopause

Menopause is the natural decline of female reproductive hormone production and the conclusion of a woman’s menstrual cycle. It usually begins sometime in the 40s or 50s. Common menopause symptoms include hot flashes, brain fog, vaginal dryness, chills, night sweats,...

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Let Food Be Your Medicine: Botanicals ROCK!

Let Food Be Your Medicine: Botanicals ROCK!

Hippocrates was credited with saying, "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food." He was an important figure in the history of medicine because he was among the earliest to assert that natural processes caused diseases.   The idea of what we eat and drink...

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Back to School or Work Help

Back to School or Work Help

Regardless of age, going back to school season is a great time to make sure you have a few of the essential health areas covered. We need to focus on four areas:  Immune Health, Stress, Sleep, and Memory/Focus. This blog will dive into what supplements can be...

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Beets:  Are They the Next Superfood?

Beets: Are They the Next Superfood?

They have been a superfood for multiple reasons and are becoming popular for the benefits beetroot provides to health.  To understand why beetroot should be considered a superfood, we need to take a look at what the definition of a superfood is: according to...

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Ancient Botanicals with Modern Applications

Ancient Botanicals with Modern Applications

Hippocrates was credited for the saying “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food”. He was an important figure in the history of medicine because he was among the earliest to assert that diseases were caused by natural processes.   Currently, the idea of what...

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