We’ve been conditioned to steer clear of fats. They are touted as bad. However, not all fats need to be avoided. Enter the Omega 3 fatty acids. This group of fats are not only good, they are a must to consume. Learn about the many benefits of Omega 3 fatty acids by reading on. What Are Omega 3’s? Omega 3 …
Fight Back Against Menopause Symptoms With Genistein
Menopause isn’t something women look forward to. With its arrival comes so many changes, and not all of them are for the positive. Think hot flashes, chin hairs, and a midlife belly pouch. Certain things are inevitable, and menopause is one of them. But, women can fight back against some of the unpleasantness by incorporating Genistein into their daily vitamin …
The Facts About Calcium
Did you know that 99 percent of the calcium you consume is stored in your teeth and bones? True story. Your body also needs calcium so it can move, and carry messages to and from your brain efficiently. Calcium is one of those nutrients you should get through your diet. Even though there are so many benefits to ensuring you …
Why You Should Know About 5-Hydroxytryptophan
When your body doesn’t produce enough serotonin, you end up feeling tired, sad, and/or anxious. You may find you’re not sleeping well, and you’re gaining weight. If you’re noticing any combination of those symptoms, you may want to try incorporating 5-Hydroxytryptophan into your diet. This can be had through foods, or by taking 5-HTP supplements. However, before you go order …
Ginseng And All Its Health Benefits
Ginseng has been used in Chinese medicine for centuries. As far as herbal medicines go, ginseng is the most popular. The two most common forms are found in Asia and the United States, and both grow in moist soil under trees. This root plant is used so commonly that between 6K-10K pounds of dried ginseng are harvested in the United …
Bariatric Surgery: What To Expect Before And After
Bariatric surgery has been available since the 1970’s and is one of the most effective means of permanent weight loss for people considered to be obese. 85 percent of those who have had a bariatric procedure has kept off their weight for five years or longer. If you or a loved one are considering bariatric surgery, then there are some …
Why A Multivitamin And Why Personalized?
Multivitamins first came onto the scene in the 1940s, and have become increasingly more popular over time. Nowadays, more Americans take some sort of multivitamin than not, which has turned the supplement industry into a 30 billion dollar per year venture. Now we have begun going a step further with vitamin and supplement companies expanding into the personalized nutrition segment. …
What You’ll Need To Know About The FDA Label Changes
A new decade is arriving. 2020 will bring a new FDA labeling system quite different than what we’ve been used to for the past 20+ years. Not only is there new lingo, there are new nutritional requirements. So, before you get too confused by what you’re going to be seeing on labels everywhere, read this article so you understand what …
Vitamin K: The “Forgotten Vitamin”
Vitamin K plays an incredibly important role in helping your body with blood clotting, along with its heart and bone benefits. The good news is, most healthy people get plenty of Vitamin K directly through their diet. But, it is often referred to as “the Forgotten Vitamin” because it doesn’t seem to get talked about nearly as much as the …
What To Look For In A Prenatal Vitamin
If you’re trying, already are, or already delivered, prenatal vitamins are important during all three pregnancy ‘phases’. Experts suggest taking a prenatal vitamin as early as three months prior to conception, and until you wean if you’re breastfeeding. Sometimes, getting pregnant can take less or more time than expected. But, that shouldn’t stop you from keeping your body prepared. Getting …