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It’s time to talk about one of the most important vitamins: B12. Vitamin B-12 is an essential vitamin that studies show over 50% are deficient below the “normal” ranges. Beyond that, almost everyone is below the OPTIMAL range which is where true health really thrives. Since B12 is essential, it means it is required by […]

When you hear the word ‘detox’, a range of ideas may come to mind. Perhaps immediately your thoughts wander to strange herbal concoctions or pungent wheatgrass shots! Maybe you’ve tried a detox program before and found the initial symptoms to be harsh or unpleasant. Or perhaps you have experience with detoxing on a frequent basis […]

First off, HAPPY NEW YEAR! You made it, therefore you deserve a reward; and we highly suggest the self love oriented gift of better health this 2021! Treating our bodies kindly is the most necessary resolution we should strive for. Whether it’s going on a walk everyday, meditating, cutting down on sugary coffee, or simply […]

We’ve all been there- standing in front of the mirror holding our stomach in discomfort, feeling insecure, and overall defeated. You’re told to just drink lots of water and it’ll go away instantly! However, that’s hardly ever the case. Bloating happens to everyone from time to time and there are many things that can cause […]

Fungi, including mushrooms, are peculiar forms of life. They pop up, seemingly overnight, out of nowhere. And unlike plants, they’re not green, they don’t have leaves or roots, and they never form flowers, fruits, or seeds. Evolutionarily speaking, fungi are more closely related to humans than plants. This fact may be why many of the […]

Enzymes are globular proteins that control biological reactions. Digestive enzymes speed up the breakdown (hydrolysis) of food molecules into their ‘building block’ components. These reactions occur outside of the cells lining the gut. Digestive enzymes all belong to the hydrolase class, and their action is one of splitting up large food molecules into their ‘building […]

Throughout history, our ancestors have relied on numerous herbs and spices, not only for cooking but for their powerful healing properties. Few have survived the test of time quite like turmeric, arguably the most well-studied dietary supplement in modern natural medicine. Turmeric root powder originates from the Curcuma longa plant, a species of ginger native […]

Humans spend approximately one-third of their life sleeping, unfortunately it’s a lot less than that for insomniacs! Insomnia is a condition that involves being unable to sleep and comes in different forms, including primary and secondary insomnia. Most people have suffered from sleeplessness in their lives, perhaps during illness or times of stress, however insomnia […]

People have used elderberry for its health benefits for hundreds of years. Elderberry contains antioxidants, and many believe it can relieve colds, fight the flu, and boost the immune system. Elderberries are the fruit of the Sambucus tree. The most common type is the Sambucus nigra. The tree has clusters of small white or cream […]

Ashwagandha is one of the prominent and outstanding herbs in traditional Ayurvedic medicine that dates to existence more than 4000 years. You’ve probably heard it at least once in modern day society as a powerful anxiety reducer or fertility enhancer. Scientifically known as Withania somnifera, is frequently referred to as Winter cherry and Indian Ginseng. […]