Ginger helps alleviate motion sickness and migraines; it also eases digestive discomforts like stomach aches, nausea, and cramping.  Ginger is also known for its anti-inflammatory effects, for increasing circulation and for relieving joint pain and arthritis.

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Herbs have been known to help improve circulation and increase the transportation of nutrients from cells throughout the body.  Many herbs and supplements can help regulate the blood flow and strengthen arteries and capillaries.  Vitamin-E, Vitamin-C and Vitamin-B along with Cayenne Pepper, Horse Chestnut and Butchers Broom are all known to help with proper circulation.  

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Ready-To-Drink Protein Shakes are a quick way to nourish your body on the go.  Say goodbye to fast food and skipping meals and see what a difference it will make in your life!  These shakes give you nutrients and energy for your day and can act as meal replacements so you never have to skip a meal.  Think of these drinks as a convenient, low-cost meal alternative packed with protein. (more…)

Flu season.  Admit it, you have been telling yourself it is just allergies that make you itchy, sneezy, achy, grumpy, sleepy, listless and afraid to step outside.  The allergy relief you normally use is useless, you can’t make it through the day without sneezing every 10 minutes and wiping your nose dry every seconds.  If this sounds familiar, it’s time to admit you have the flu…but who has time for that? (more…)

Historically, garlic has been considered a powerful plant for preventing disease and treating common ailments.  The benefits of garlic can be obtained through cooking with the garlic cloves, or by taking one of many supplements on the market.  One major benefit of supplementing vs. cooking garlic is being able to avoid the bad breath that garlic brings to the table. (more…)

Wobenzym is a systemic enzyme that is widely used by many people on a daily basis.  It is helpful for not only breaking down the food we eat, but also for supporting and maintaining all other body systems.  So what exactly is a systemic enzyme and how can it benefit your body?  (more…)

Amino Acids are referred to as the building blocks of protein.  Each has a specific function, and we need them in our body for a variety of reasons.  If you work-out, you especially need them to help decrease muscle fatigue, help with muscle recovery and to build lean muscle.  We discussed the different types of Amino Acids and how they work in our blog from October, Amino Acid Supplement Guide.  This blog is going to specifically discuss Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAA’s). 

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Probiotics have become widely popular to minimize digestive issues, but today people are turning to these “good” bacteria to help clear their complexions as well.   Our skin is a reflection of our inner health, so it makes sense that the more toxins we can eliminate, the better our skin will look.  Studies are showing that acne and other skin conditions may be linked to intestinal health, so the use of probiotic supplements could save a lot of time and money spent on high costing skin treatments.  Probiotics can help stimulate the immune system and aid in the overall healthy of our body inside and out. 

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Are you looking for a protein bar that won’t melt if you take it outside this summer?  There are so many varieties of bars to choose from now, and quite a few that aren’t coated in chocolate.  So, if you want a bar that doesn’t turn into a sticky mess when the temperature rises, buy one that is made of nuts and fruit versus chocolate.  They won’t weigh you down like some of the heavier chocolate bars, and many of them taste pretty good!

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Put Some Vitamin D On Your Plate!

Studies show that a healthy dose of Vitamin D lowers your chance of having cancer or heart disease. It cuts the risk of ovarian, lung, colon or breast cancer, osteoporosis, depression, insomnia, and bone disease.  You can get most of your Vitamin D from the sun during the summer, but you should think about eating certain foods and try taking a Vitamin D supplement to make sure you are getting what your body needs. 

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