Nutrition Corner
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What is Dysbiosis? Understanding Gut Balance and How to Restore It
Reading Time: 3 minutes The Importance of a Balanced Microbiome Your gut microbiome is home to trillions of bacteria, fungi, and other microbes that help regulate digestion, metabolism, immune function, and even mood [1-3]. A well-balanced microbiome fosters overall wellness, but when the balance is disrupted, it can lead to dysbiosis, a state where harmful…
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Packing Supplements for Air Travel
Reading Time: 4 minutes Staying Healthy on the Go Traveling is exciting, but packing supplements for air travel can be stressful. Will airport security be a problem? Will your health suffer if you leave them at home? Not only is it legal and safe to travel with your regular supplements, you’ll likely want to pack…
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Nutrition for Perimenopause
Reading Time: 4 minutes Supporting Your Body Through the Transition Menopause is a term to mark the permanent end of menstrual cycles and is defined as when a woman has been without a period for 12 months. Perimenopause is much more convoluted, and for many, difficult to endure. This phase typically lasts 2 to 8…
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Top 5 Nutritional Fertility Boosters
Reading Time: 3 minutes Supplements to Support Reproductive Health A variety of factors influence fertility, including hormone balance, oxidative stress, and nutrient status. Research has shown that specific vitamins and minerals can support reproductive health in both men and women. This can happen by supporting healthy egg and sperm quality and overall hormonal balance. Clinically…
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Benefits of Walking in Nature
Reading Time: 3 minutes How Outdoor Walks Boost Mental and Physical Health Choosing between the treadmill or the trail? We’re here to argue in favor of the great outdoors. There are health benefits to walking wherever you do it. However, spending time in nature is more than just a pleasant experience. The powerful benefits of…
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The Benefits of NAC Supplementation: A Powerful Antioxidant for Wellness
Reading Time: 3 minutes N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) is a powerful supplement that has gained widespread attention for its numerous health benefits. As a precursor to glutathione, one of the body’s most important antioxidants, the benefits of NAC play a role in detoxification, immune support, respiratory health, and so much more. At a time of year…
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Celebrate National Nutrition Month
Reading Time: 4 minutes Functional Nutrition for a Balanced Life March is National Nutrition Month, a time to celebrate the profound impact of nutrition on our health and well-being. Established by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in 1973, National Nutrition Month started as a week-long initiative to highlight the importance of making informed food…
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Chromium Benefits for Blood Sugar, Metabolism, and Muscle Recovery
Reading Time: 3 minutes Chromium is a trace mineral that we often overlook, yet it plays an essential role in many metabolic and physiological processes in the human body. Chromium benefits span from blood sugar regulation to metabolic support and muscle recovery. It is a valuable addition to a variety of dietary supplements. At Metabolic…
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Coenzyme Q10 Benefits: Why Supplement?
Reading Time: 3 minutes Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a naturally occurring compound that plays an essential role in cellular energy production and acts as a powerful antioxidant. Found in every cell of the body, it is especially concentrated in organs with high energy demands, such as the heart, liver, and brain. Despite its critical functions,…
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Understanding Cholecalciferol Vitamin D
Reading Time: 4 minutes Why Supplementation Is Essential for Winter Health Vitamin D is a vital nutrient that plays a critical role in both physical and mental health. Despite its importance, vitamin D insufficiency is a widespread issue, particularly during the darker months of the year. Adequate vitamin D supports strong bones, balanced immune function,…
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Cortisol Face: Is It Real?
Reading Time: 4 minutes How Inner Stress and Cortisol Impact Outer Wellness The viral phenomenon of “cortisol face” is circling the internet right now. While there are mixed opinions on whether [culturally] we should be focusing on external versus internal effects of stress, we can likely agree that chronic stress is a problem. And yes,…
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Psyllium Husk Powder for Gentler Relief
Reading Time: 3 minutes Laxative Overuse and GLP-1 Agonists: A Growing Concern for Digestive Health Occasional constipation is uncomfortable and common. Lifestyle issues like low-fiber diets, insufficient hydration, and not enough movement in the day are common contributors to disrupting regularity. More recently, GLP-1 receptor agonists, originally developed to manage metabolic issues, have surged in…
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