Articles by Carlett Spike
The added benefits of probiotics. It’s not just about your gut.
You’ve likely heard about the brain-gut connection or gut-brain axis. The good news is this connection can be used in more ways than you might expect. Typically, prebiotics, probiotics and even postbiotics are recommended as a solution for those with gastrointestinal and other digestive-related issues. But why limit these healthy bacteria to a nutrition focus? ...
Prebiotics, Probiotics and COVID-19
The prebiotic and probiotic market experiences significant growth during the pandemic. Digestive issues remain one of the top problems plaguing U.S. consumers. Digestive diseases affect 60 to 70 million people each year, according to the National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey. Another survey found heartburn/reflux, abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea and constipation to be the top issues ...
Rethink Recommending Vitamin C for Colds
We’re all aware of the age old belief, that orange juice—and particularly the vitamin C it contains—is one of the best remedies for a cold. While it’s still important to get the recommended amount of vitamin C because it does have various benefits, experts argue the belief that vitamin C fights colds is mostly an ...
Meeting Seasonal Wellness Needs Year-round
In the quest for health, look to a broader definition of seasonal wellness to best meet consumers’ needs. Seasonal wellness has become a year-round challenge. Some suffer from runny nose and itchy, teary eyes while others suffer from coughing spells. Although allergies is likely the first thing that comes to mind, it is useful to ...
Stress and the Gut-brain Factor
In addition to feelings of nervousness, anxiety and/or nausea, stress can impact your gut health. That feeling of uneasiness in the stomach can actually be quite serious—it could potentially literally alter your gut. According to a 2017 study by Brigham Young University published in Nature Scientific Reports, when subjects were exposed to stress their gut ...
Stress & Anxiety on the Rise
Nutritional supplements have a role in helping the nation relax. Stress and anxiety are at an all-time high. Some experts even say it’s a national epidemic. Factors including work, money, social life, appearance and other responsibilities are all culprits of the rapid rise—and that’s where supplements to help reduce stress and anxiety come in. Among ...
Coconut Oil Sales Decline
At one point, coconut oil seemed to be the secret elixir to life—as it was believed to aid skin, hair, and help users shed weight among a variety of other benefits. According to a report from the American Botanical Council’s (ABC) HerbalGram, coconut oil experienced a decrease in sales in 2017. To be exact, the ...
Botanical Boom
Herb and botanical supplement brands are anticipating exciting times ahead. It’s no surprise, but as more people are turning to preventative and more natural measures when it comes to their health, the reliance on herbal and botanical supplements continues to soar. In fact, the global herbal and botanical supplements market is expected to reach $8.5 ...
“Healthy” People Actually Experience Glucose Spikes
No diabetes diagnoses, no problem, right? Think again. A study conducted by researchers at Stanford University, found healthy individuals experienced blood sugar spikes—similar to the common symptoms diabetics experience. In the study, the researchers gathered about 500,000 measurements from 57 participants. Their goal was to monitor blood sugar fluctuations throughout the day, as opposed to ...
Sugar Check
Managing blood glucose is no longer just for diabetics. Now, almost everyone wants to maintain healthy blood sugar levels, and supplements offer them a favorable option. Concerns surrounding sugar intake and regulation continue to rise in the United States. High blood sugar is typically associated with diabetes and the number of individuals with diabetes is ...
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