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Omega-3s: A Changing Tide

by Melissa Kvidahl | September 29, 2014

Despite a turbulent year in the media, EFAs are bouncing back as shoppers demand personalized and eco-friendly omegas.Just when it seemed omega-3s were solidifying their place in shoppers’ minds as a necessary addition to their supplement arsenals, along came a study that had the potential to blow fish oil out of the water. The mainstream […]

Keeping Customers “Forever Young”

by Daniel Breeman | September 29, 2014

Replenishing depleted nutrients as we age can keep us young at heart.It’s no secret that as we age, we lose vital nutrients that are critical in keeping us happy, healthy and feeling young. Replenishing those nutrients through proper supplementation along with adapting a balanced diet and active lifestyle can help keep your customers feeling “forever […]

Back Talk with Fraser Kershaw

by Fraser Kershaw | September 29, 2014

Fraser Kershaw is the founder of Water Works, a charitable organization with the goal to provide clean, safe drinking water to people in third-world nations. He is also the host of the new film, Behind the Water, and works alongside medical teams, as well as on-air with international film crews. In order to maintain their […]

High Homocysteine Levels and Nutraceutical Treatment

Dean of Academics, Huntington College of Health SciencesHomocysteine is a byproduct of normal protein metabolism. It is formed from the conversion of the amino acid methionine. Since high levels of homocysteine is not a good thing for our health, the body has a built-in mechanism to partially convert it back into methionine and other beneficial, […]

The River of Inflammation

by Cheryl Myers | August 29, 2014

There is no doubt about it, inflammation can be a pain. But surprisingly, sometimes it is not a pain at all, hiding away in our body, silent but damaging. Regardless, unchecked inflammation is a force with lethal potential.There are two types of inflammation. Acute inflammation is a quickly resolved, normal reaction to disease or trauma. […]

Sports Nutrition: For Serious Athletes And Weekend Warriors

by Carolyn Steber | August 29, 2014

The market for sports nutrition supplements, including those that support energy and endurance, is showing no signs of slowing down as it opens up to every kind of athlete.The demand for sports nutrition supplements for both professional and general consumers is on the rise, according to Trisha Sugarek MacDonald, BS, MS, director of research and […]

Beyond Flu Season

by Shari Barbanel | August 29, 2014

For people of all ages, immune health is more than a seasonal category.From the young child who gets a cold at daycare, to the business professional who doesn’t have time to stay at home with the flu, the immune health category is important for people of all ages. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]

Product Certifications

by Daniel Breeman | August 29, 2014

As product seals multiply, consumers are turning to retailers to end the confusion.Non-GMO Project Verified. USDA Organic. Natural Seal. GMP Certified. Gluten-Free. NSF Certified for Sports. As consumers become more and more health conscious about the products they purchase for themselves and their families, confusion appears to be at the forefront when it comes to […]

Omega-9 Fatty Acids

If you want to learn about omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, there is a plethora of information available on the web and through other resources. Omega-9 fatty acids, however, are far less commonly discussed, despite the fact that research has demonstrated their benefit in promoting cardiovascular health, reducing the risk of diabetes and certain cancers, […]

Thyroid Condition: More Common Than You Think

by Mark Becker | July 30, 2014

According to Thyroid.org, more than 12 percent of the U.S. population will develop a thyroid condition during their lifetime. An estimated 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease. Up to 60 percent of those with thyroid disease are unaware of their condition. And women are five to eight times more likely than men […]

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