Healthier, younger-looking skin that ages gracefully…who doesn’t want that?? Lotions, cosmetics, and even surgery are some of the most common treatments we use to keep our skin looking healthy, but nutrition plays a very important role in maintaining healthy skin. Our skin is our largest organ and supports health in many ways, including water retention, […]
If you’re a follower of health trends, you’ve probably noticed words like gut flora, microbiota, microbiome, prebiotics, and probiotics used frequently on TV, social media, book covers, and in the supplement aisles of your grocery store. In today’s post, we’re going to take a look at how prebiotics and probiotics work. To do that, we’ll need to understand a […]
As we approach the end of 2023, it’s more vital than ever to prioritize our health and wellness. A crucial part of this is ensuring we have a strong immune system. There are a multitude of ways you can bolster your immunity and prevent it from weakening. Implementing lifestyle changes such as eating a balanced […]
Most associate Vitamin D with the sun. This is due to the fact that our bodies actually produces vitamin D through sun exposure. In fact, it’s one of the most effective ways for the body to get the vitamin D it needs.
Why You Should Start Doing Yoga Now? Yoga has become a popular form of exercise in the last several decades. Globally, people have come to accept the physical and psychological benefits of yoga. A complete yoga practice can include exercise, breathing practices, meditation, mindfulness, and even diet. Plus, there are plenty of companies as well […]
Calcium is a mineral that is strongly associated with bone health. What’s the deal with strontium? In today’s article, we’re going to review both and dive a little deeper into why strontium is an ingredient of the Artic Flex formulation instead of calcium. But first, a brief science review Think back to your high […]
Antioxidants protect your cells from harmful molecules called free radicals. When free radicals roam throughout our bodies, they steal electrons from healthy cells to become more stable. This electron thievery breaks down cells, essentially speeding up the aging process. This process is called oxidative stress.
Zinc is a naturally occurring mineral and an essential nutrient for humans. Without adequate zinc daily, we can experience issues in our general health and wellness. In today’s post, we recap five major systems of the body that zinc plays a role in and what might occur if we don’t consume enough! Immune System Zinc […]
“Bread is the staff of death.” — Dr. Emmet Densmore, American physician 1837-1911 Imagine: it’s the Paleolithic Period (about 2 million years ago), and you and your sister are sitting in a cave watching a storm coming across the horizon. You decide to stay on the safe side and wait out the weather. Before long, […]
If you’re like most people, the most frequent time you see a pool is during the Summer Olympics. What you may not know, however, is that a pool is one of the best tools you can use to help get yourself into shape and improve your fitness. Here are 5 reasons you should consider adding […]