Category Archives: General Health

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 […]

The holiday season is a wonderful time of year spent with friends and family with many great traditions and activities. Unfortunately, it is also a common time of year for unhealthy eating and decreased activity levels. The average American gains 1-2 pounds from Thanksgiving to New Years. While this doesn’t seem like a big deal, […]

The most important nutrition you can get is from your food. If your health needs improving, your diet is where you should start. Everyone can make improvements in their diet and nutrition. Knowing which nutrients are essential to everyday health is a good place to start. Why Food is the Best Nutrition When we say […]

Yoga began in Ancient India but is now a worldwide practice. Some do yoga as a relaxing but intense form of exercise. Some do yoga for spiritual experiences and development. Or somewhere in between. Yoga has a long history and can be a complex system. Modern yoga focuses on elevating your long-term health, physically and […]

We talk about heart health. Brain health. Gut health. But what about your liver health? An unhealthy liver can cause many problems. When you think of your liver, you may think “I’m not a heavy drinker, I don’t need to worry about my liver health”. But there is more to liver health than avoiding heavy […]

Every living thing needs water to survive. From an insect to an elephant. Our bodies are about 60% water. Our cells, organs, every part of our bodies needs water. Your need for water is more than just survival. Being hydrated makes you feel so much better! Hydration gives you more energy, flushes out your body, […]

Who doesn’t love a good night’s rest? Or a good nap? You wonder how a toddler can detest sleep when, as adults, that’s all we really want. Getting enough sleep helps you feel energized, refreshed, and overall in a better mood. Inadequate sleep makes you feel cranky and groggy. In our busy society, we don’t […]

When you think of someone who takes supplements, you might not think of yourself. You may think of the elderly next door neighbor who takes bone and joint supplements or your sister-in-law who takes prenatal supplements or your co-worker who takes every vitamin on the market. But what about you? Do you need that extra […]

Everyone has experienced a food craving. When all you can think about is that chocolate cake or those crunchy potato chips. Where do cravings come from and why do they happen? Why do even the healthiest of people have a craving for a sweet treat or salty snack? The science behind cravings Cravings and hunger […]

The post-workout period is just as important as the workout itself. An intense workout also means focusing on your post-training nutritional needs. This includes figuring out what to eat to replenish your body’s energy stores and rebuilding and repairing damaged tissue1. When people exercise on a regular basis, their muscles experience a continuous cycle of […]