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The Science & Regulatory Status of N-Acetylcysteine (NAC)
From a regulatory perspective, it has been a bumpy couple of years for N-acetylcysteine (NAC)—although the science of this well-researched amino acid was never in question. In this article, I’m going to review the science of NAC, as well as its erstwhile and current regulatory status. Let’s start with the science. The Science of NAC ...
Keeping Up With Customer Demand
It’s a well-known statement that in retail, the customer is the boss. After all, they are the ones ultimately paying the bills. But keeping up with their demands can be a challenge. Between supply chain issues, crop failures, international conflict and other challenges, being able to keep your store stocked with everything your customers need ...
Natural Help for Migraines
Migraine headaches are the third most common illness in the world, affecting 12 percent to 22 percent of Americans and at least 8.3 percent of Canadians. Ninety-one percent of them can’t function normally during their attacks and frequently miss work. Nutrient Deficiencies Many young people who suffer from migraines are deficient in certain nutrients. 42 ...
Citrus Bergamot and L-Citrulline for Nitric Oxide Boosting in Athletes
Nitric oxide (NO) is a natural signaling molecule made by the human body. It plays a major signaling role in vascular relaxation, and elevated levels are associated with several physiological functions involving blood pressure regulation, cardiovascular health, mitochondria production, calcium transport, oxidative stress and skeletal muscle repair.1 Specifically, the endothelium (inner lining) of blood vessels ...
Reviving Long-Term Healthy Habits Post Pandemic
The pandemic and associated restrictions had a profound effect on people’s daily lives. Alcohol sales skyrocketed, physical activity stopped for most and emotional eating led to weight gain. After two years of pandemic life, many are having difficulties returning to a healthy lifestyle. The strategies we used to adapt and cope have cemented into bad ...
Achieving a Healthy Balance With Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is an ayurvedic herb that has been used for thousands of years for its various health benefits related to mental health, cognitive health and energy. The herb has been steadily gaining popularity today as more consumers look for a solution to their stress and anxiety issues—particularly since the pandemic began. As a result, according ...
Mark J. Tager, MD
Mark J. Tager, MD, is one of the country’s leading health educators helping to train clinicians and consumers in personalized nutrition and aesthetics. He routinely consults with nutraceutical, cosmeceutical and medical device companies. His latest book is Feed Your Skin Right: Your Personalized Nutrition Plan for Radiant Beauty. He received his medical training at Duke ...
Melatonin: What You Didn’t Know
The master hormone, melatonin, is secreted by the pineal gland in response to darkness. It is why you shouldn’t turn your lights on or look at a screen if you are struggling to sleep at night. Melatonin has lots of important uses. Here are a few of the big ones (you might only know the ...
Daniel Gagnon, Medical Herbalist, MS, RH (AHG), Owner, Herbs, Etc.
Daniel Gagnon, medical herbalist, MS, RH (AHG), is a French-Canadian originally from Northern Ontario, Canada, who relocated to Santa Fe, NM in 1979. As a child, he suffered from eczema, asthma and allergies. His quest to overcome these health challenges led him to study nutrition, herbal medicine and other natural healing modalities, and he has ...
Creating Effective and Exciting Store Promotions
Creating great store promotions is both an art and a science. It deserves plenty of thought, great application of skill and an ability to create excitement—and, with it, strong sales. Even though the bottom line for most retailers rests on the success of store promotions and sales events, and that they are familiar with routine ...
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