You are what you eat. We need the nutrients and calories that food provides to survive. The food you eat must be broken down into smaller molecules such as fatty acids, amino acids, and simple sugars before your body can use those nutrients. Along with those macronutrients, the various vitamins, minerals and other micronutrients in…
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If you are like most people, your efforts to stay fit mean focusing on structures below your neck—your muscles and joints. Your brain needs exercise too—and maybe even more than your muscles! Here are some brain health tips to support memory and focus: Be active: If you don’t have a regular exercise program, start one.…
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Iodine is an essential nutrient required for synthesis of thyroid hormones, thus playing a significant role in normal thyroid function in all life stages. Adequate iodine intake is even more crucial for pregnant women because the fetus is entirely dependent on the mother’s thyroid function for its physical growth and brain/neuronal development. While the Institute…
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Most people think that bones are hard, lifeless parts of their bodies when in fact bones are living organs full of blood and cells that are an active part of our overall health. Far from static, our bones are constantly rebuilding themselves and grow stronger or weaker depending on how active we are and how…
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BMI is a simple screening tool to estimate body composition. Body composition is important because of its impact on health. These days, many people have too much body fat, and some have too little lean muscle. Excess fat increases the risk of multiple diseases; and the risks go up markedly at the higher ranges of…
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Neural connections in our brains start declining as early as age 20, and by age 45 this decline occurs even more rapidly. Studies show the key ingredients in MindWorks® improve short-term mental sharpness and support long-term cognitive health.* Powered by an Exclusive Chardonnay Seed Extract and Carefully Selected Guarana Available only to Shaklee, MindWorks contains…
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Love green tea? Try mixing with protein for an extra, delicious energy boost.
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Would you like to feel healthier and feel younger longer?
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Taste the citrus-y freshness in this outrageous orange shake! Ingredients: 2 scoops Vanilla Life Energizing Shake™ 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk or soy milk 1 orange, small 1/8 tsp. vanilla extract Directions: Mix all ingredients together in a blender until smooth. Special thanks to our Facebook Friends for sharing their delicious Life Energizing Shake recipes.
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