This year has taught us the importance of good health and living well. So what gift is better than one that lets others know that you care about their health? Our gift guide has something for everyone on your list. And from now till December 6, mix and match any three (or more!) products from…
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It’s no exaggeration at all to say that it has been a challenging year for almost everyone. While there is so much going on worldwide combined with the new “normal” of staying home most of the week, it’s never been a more important time to express gratitude. Giving thanks during tough times is one of…
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Supplementation has been around for a long time as a solution to fill nutrition gaps. Because it’s nearly impossible to get all the nutrients your body needs from diet alone, we’ve all had at least some experience with taking multivitamins or supplements. But the reality is that everyone has unique nutrition needs that can’t be…
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Adaptogens, in simple terms, are plants that help your body adapt to stress. They are grown all over the world and interestingly can often be found in harsh and nonfertile landscapes. It is thought that maybe this challenge to flourish might allow the plants to develop chemical properties that allow them to adapt to their…
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Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is a nutrient that we often associate with supporting our immunity, but it actually does a lot more than that. Let’s talk about the many ways that vitamin C benefits us and how and when we should eat or take our vitamin C. What makes vitamin C an essential nutrient?…
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Let’s talk about a powerful topic: personalized nutrition. In my practice as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I get this question all the time, “What do I need to eat for my body’s needs?” And every time someone asks me that, I get excited because it tells me that this person wants to learn and understand…
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Reishi mushrooms, also known as lingzhi mushrooms, are considered one of the top superfoods in nature. Ganoderma lucidum has been used for over 2,000 years in many Asian countries for promoting health and longevity. Interestingly, images of these mushrooms began appearing in art around 1,400 AD, and they are associated with Taoism. (1) In China,…
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3 Delicious Strawberry Life Shake™ Recipes Need something refreshing with your daily nutrition and protein? Our Strawberry Life Shake is the perfect way to satisfy those cravings. Two scoops of Life Shake also have 20 grams of protein, 6 grams of fiber, and 24 essential vitamins and minerals. But one thing we love about Life…
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There’s a new buzzword in health headlines, elderberry. Has anyone else read about this hot-off-the-press nutrient? Either way, I am here to set the stage for this exciting and powerful nutrient. Also, as with any powerful nutrient, there are important precautions. I am here to tell you those as well. A Powerful Nutrient from the…
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Seasonal flavors are so trendy this time of year, with pumpkin spice, apples and cinnamon, etc. Please tell me I can’t be the only one who has already had a craving for pumpkin pie. So, where did all of these seasonal flavor trends come from? Well, seasonal foods used to be the only option. Not…
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