We often get asked what the optimal time is to take a supplement. You may have heard that you should take them with food on an empty stomach, or… take them before breakfast, or… take them before you go to sleep, so which is it? The answers depend on the ingredients, what you want to...
Read more >>“Can you bring an appetizer?” If you have a dinner party or a barbecue coming up, we have a dish you can bring that will seriously ‘wow’ your friends. If you bring chips and salsa, your friends will be grateful, and it’ll probably get eaten. If you bring this mushroom pâté, there will be a...
Read more >>If you’ve been reading magazines or seeing lots of ads for mushroom products, you might be wondering: What’s all this talk about mushrooms? I thought they were just for pasta, salads, and pizza… We’re not talking about those kinds of ‘shrooms—we’re talking about functional mushrooms. They’re called “functional mushrooms” because they contain bioactive compounds believed...
Read more >>Fish oil and krill oil have been a mainstay in the health and wellness conversation for years now for one primary reason: Omega-3 fatty acids. There’s a great reason for all the hype. Omega-3s have been clinically proven to deliver incredible health benefits such as: • Heart health: Omega-3s have been clinically proven to support...
Read more >>What’s the first word you think of when somebody says “routine?” Do you think of negative words like boring, dull, same old… Or do you associate it with more positive words like planning, consistency, reliable… How you think and feel about your daily routine can dramatically affect the rest of your life. If you dread...
Read more >>Living life to the fullest means embracing every moment, exploring new passions, and enjoying the activities you love. However, nerve discomfort can be an uninvited guest for many, dulling these joyful experiences and turning everyday pleasures into challenges. The downsides of nerve discomfort play out in everyday life: Struggling to tie your shoes… Letting the...
Read more >>How many thoughts do you have in your mind, right this moment? It’s kind of hard to tell, isn’t it? But I’ll bet it’s a lot. Potentially more than you’d like. Screens—from TVs to laptops to smartphones—give our brains an incredible amount of data to process, but because of that constant flow of information, it...
Read more >>Let’s unravel the secrets of one of nature’s most powerful nutrients… Omega-3 fatty acids, the unsung heroes of dietary fats, stand at the forefront of health science, offering a treasure trove of benefits that seem almost too good to be true. Imagine a single nutrient capable of bolstering heart health, sharpening your brainpower, assisting your...
Read more >>Calories in vs. calories out… It is the simplest and most effective way to understand if you will gain or lose weight: • If you eat more calories than you expend, you’re in a caloric surplus and will gain weight. • If you eat fewer calories than you expend, you’re in a caloric deficit, and you...
Read more >>Calling all women… Do you ever get the feeling that there’s just not enough time to get it all done? You feel constantly rushed, even if there’s no reason to be. If you’ve ever felt the pang of anxiety as you glance at your overflowing calendar, the guilt of squeezing in a quick meal between...
Read more >>Question for you: Do you think that the mind follows the body? Example: If you have poor diet and exercise habits, they will negatively affect your psychological well-being. Or, do you think the body follows the mind? Example: If you’re depressed, your physical health will suffer. In reality, this issue is much more complex than...
Read more >>The human body, a marvel of nature, is as pragmatic as it is mysterious. Among its many wonders is a built-in redundancy system, akin to having spare parts in a complex machine. From kidneys to eyes, our anatomy is equipped with duplicates for symmetry and survival. But what’s the science behind this biological backup plan?...
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