Most everyone has heard of an amino acid—even if they aren’t quite sure what it is. But, if you are an athlete of any kind or consider yourself an avid exerciser, you know the important role amino acids play in injury recovery and stamina. Since Forté Amino Acid is often recommended to and used by […]
A lot of women put their travel plans on hold while pregnant. If you’re greater than 32 weeks along, have a high-risk pregnancy, or have been told by your doctor to avoid all travel, then this makes sense. However, for women who don’t fall into any of those categories, traveling while pregnant is possible. In […]
I like to do my meal planning at the beginning of the week. I mostly plan my meals around our schedule, meaning what we have going on each day and how much prep time each meal will take. Slow cooker or crock-pot meals are great for days that I have plans late in the afternoon. […]
Single pill vitamins do what they say on the package—they’re vitamins that you take once a day. Although the convenience seems great, these vitamins come with their own set of drawbacks. In almost all cases, they aren’t worth your money. You will be much better off putting your trust in more comprehensive supplements. Jack of […]
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI’s) are a hot topic. Unfortunately, they’re much more common than most people realize—they are not just limited to sports. A TBI is an injury to the brain that caused by a blow or jolt to the head. Over 2.5 million adults & children sustain a TBI every year1. In 2013 alone, […]
Meal planning is a great way to stay healthy. It can be harder to eat better without a specific plan so meal planning should be a top priority. And meal preparation will be a key part of meal planning. You can be as intense as you want when it comes to meal prep. You can […]
Anyone can suffer a traumatic brain injury. Anyone can trip and fall, or get hit by an object, or get into a car accident. As such, everyone should be aware of the consequences of a TBI. Though a TBI can happen to anyone and in a variety of circumstances, there are certain situations in which […]
There exists a nutrient that can protect against cancer, fight heart disease and reduce your chances of having a stroke. It can also help with brain development and is a building block of DNA. In fact, it might also help to lower your cholesterol. This nutrient is so important that since 1998, the US Food […]
It’s simple. We are not as aware as we should be about the prevalence of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). You may think that because your child doesn’t play football, they are not at risk. Maybe you see yourself as a careful driver so getting in an accident that could cause a TBI is unlikely. You […]
Arriving home following an operation is usually a time of great relief. The surgery is complete, you’ve been discharged from hospital and you’re now looking forward to recovering in the comfort of your own home. The worst is over. Or so you thought. But according to a 2010 study published in the Journal Archives of […]
This month is Brain Injury Awareness Month. The purpose of this month is to raise awareness of brain injuries and provide support to those who need it. Traumatic brain injuries go beyond athletic concussions. And they are more common than you think. In fact, every nine seconds someone in the United States sustains a brain […]
Everyone can benefit from amino acid supplements, not just athletes. You might be wondering how an amino acid can improve your life. To begin, amino acids are the building blocks of proteins which is a major component of every single cell in the body. Proteins provide the structure and support our cells need. Think of […]