Many of us start the day with a cup (or more) of coffee or tea. We might also reach for another cup or an energy drink for an afternoon pickup. There’s nothing wrong with that for most adults, as long as you’re staying under 400 mg per day (or 200 mg for pregnant women). But…
Digestive enzymes are an essential part of the digestive process that help our bodies break down and extract nutrients from food. Your body makes these enzymes naturally, mostly in the pancreas but also in the mouth, stomach, and small intestine. You can also get enzymes from some foods or from supplements. If you’re low on…
Have you ever had a stressful week? Yeah, me too. I think everyone can relate to that feeling. And sometimes when we’re stressed, it’s hard to focus on other important things. Herbal supplements known as adaptogens can help with that. Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea) is a plant native to cold, mountainous areas of Eurasia. The roots…
Should You Take Glutamine Supplements For Muscles or Gut Health? Amino acids are building blocks for protein, and glutamine is one that is abundant in the body. You can get it from food, and your body also produces it naturally. Sometimes, your body might need extra glutamine to recover from certain injuries or illnesses. The…
If you live in the United States, you’ve probably heard about the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) and seen the upside-down food pyramid. Updates to these guidelines happen every five years and guide professional nutrition recommendations as well as provide general tips for healthy eating. You might have some questions about these new guidelines,…
Why Athletes Are Turning to Astaxanthin for Recovery and Cellular Protection Antioxidants help your body fight free radicals. That’s important because too high levels of free radicals (i.e. oxidative stress) are linked to a wide variety of health issues, including diabetes and cancer. Keeping free radicals in check helps your body stay healthy. Your body…
Tongkat Ali: Testosterone Support or Just Hype? Tongkat ali (Eurycoma longifolia), also known as “long jack,” is a shrubby plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a long history of use in traditional medicine, with a variety of purported benefits including testosterone support and muscle building. As more and more people have started taking it…
Green drinks in the form of juice, powders, and smoothies are an extremely popular way to increase your vegetable intake and supply essential vitamins, minerals, and nutrients. As with many other health trends, there is a lot of advice online about how and when to drink them to maximize the benefits. However, not all of…
Traditional medicine has used lion’s mane mushrooms (Hericium erinaceus) for a very long time. Many of the benefits of lion’s mane mushroom are also supported by modern medical research. It’s a great mushroom to add to your supplement routine, either on its own or as part of a mushroom blend. If you want to start…
Your liver is one of the most important organs in your body. It acts as your body’s detox system, filtering your blood to remove toxins. It also helps digest food, break down medications you’ve taken, convert food into energy, and store that energy. In addition, the liver makes proteins to help your blood clot. Given…
