Pycnogenol is an extract of French Maritime Pine Bark, a species of pine trees that grow exclusively in southwest France in an area largely untouched by human development and environmental toxins. Pycnogenol has many potential health benefits, including providing health support for the blood and brain. Should you consider adding Pycnogenol from a brand like Healthy […]
Gotu kola has a long history of use in many ancient systems of medicine, and today it’s commonly used for several potential benefits. People rely on gotu kola for everything from memory support to relaxation. There are several ways to add gotu kola to your diet, but if you’re a tea drinker, gotu kola tea […]
Black walnut trees are native to the eastern half of North America. A common sight wherever they grow, you might have one in your own backyard. You can recognize a black walnut tree from the large green hulls that fall from its branches, littering the ground and feeding the squirrels through fall and winter. Some […]
What do you think of when you hear about gold, frankincense, and myrrh? The three famous elements are a common trio to hear around the Christmas holiday. Most everyone who has heard the biblical story knows these items were brought as gifts to Jesus after his birth, but aside from gold, most people don’t actually […]
Vitamin C: everybody knows we need it, but not everyone agrees about the best dosage. If you spend time researching vitamin C dosage on the internet, you’ll come across some conflicting claims. Some people advocate for small daily doses, while others tout the potential benefits of larger occasional doses. Opinions vary, but fortunately this is […]
B vitamins have a well-deserved reputation for offering energy and vitality. They play a necessary role in cell metabolism and the production of red blood cells. Without B vitamins, the body wouldn’t be able to perform many of its necessary functions. B vitamins serve a wide range of purposes in the body, such as supporting […]
Pyridoxal-phosphate goes by a lot of names: P5P, PLP, and pyridoxal-5-phosphate. But you may also better know it for its association with Vitamin B-6; P5P is actually the active form of vitamin B-6. Vitamin B-6 does a lot of heavy lifting in the body: its various functions include support for muscle development and maintenance, neurotransmitter […]
One of the most highly regarded substances in the 5,000 year old practice of Ayurvedic medicine is shilajit resin. Shilajit is a rare, resin-like substance which emerges from the cracks between rocks and boulders in the Himalayan Mountains. It can also be found in India, Tibet, China, Russia, and northern parts of Chile. It has […]
We have finally got our hands, or should I say teeth and gums, on the probiotic chewing gum from Jarrow Formulas that made the prestigious Vitamin Retailer Magazine’s 2012 Best New Products. Also available in a lozenge formula, Jarro-Dophilus Oral Probiotic works to support immune, teeth, gum, ear, nose and throat health, as well as […]
