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From Sea to Social Media
Mineral salts are making a big wave. Celtic sea salt is an unrefined, low-sodium sea salt traditionally sourced off the Brittany Coast of France. A trend on the popular social media platform TikTok is seeing it mixed with water or put on the tongue to improve hydration. This has led to an increase in sales ...
Clark Bartram, Fitness Expert, Creator, Maximized Man Elite
Renowned as “America’s Most Trusted Fitness Professional,” Clark Bartram is a devoted advocate for empowering individuals to achieve their best selves in physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions. His journey began as a U.S. Marine, instilling in him the ethos of always being prepared. Over a career spanning more than three decades, Bartram has been featured ...
Jme Bonfiglio, Founder and Owner, WholeSun Wellness
WholeSun Wellness Whole Mushroom Fruiting Body Extracts for Whole Body Wellness Utah Fungi Festival, Founder Sandy, UT [email protected] www.wholesunwellness.com Jme Bonfiglio is the founder and owner of WholeSun Wellness in Sandy, UT. A trailblazer in the field of mycology, she said she has dedicated her life to exploring and educating others about the myriad benefits ...
Your Stomach is Talking to Your Brain (And it’s Making You Happy!)
One of the most significant recent advances in health sciences is the exciting discovery that the microbiota in your gut communicate with the cognitive and emotional centers of your brain. This discovery is leading some researchers to identify what they are now calling the microbiota-gut-brain axis. The existence of a microbiota-gut-brain axis suggests the very ...
Depression & Anxiety Are Physical Diseases
If your legs are healthy, no one is surprised that you are a good runner with strength and stamina. And if you are in a car accident with multiple injuries, including a broken leg, no one is surprised that your mobility is impaired and you can no longer run. Your running behavior has been damaged. ...
New Research on Essential Amino Acids for Muscle Repair
Previously, I wrote an article titled “Sarcopenia & Amino Acids” for the September 2017 issue of Vitamin Retailer. In it, I discussed the science behind a specific, patented blend of essential amino acids (EAAs) known as Reginator, with a focus on sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). I also reviewed research on EAAs’ impact on younger subjects ...
Real World AI for the Natural Industry
Natural products retailers have long been the cornerstone for those seeking healthful, organic options, building deep, authentic relationships with their customers. This tradition might seem diametrically opposed to the wave of modern, AI-driven tech. Yet, in today’s fiercely competitive market, differentiation lies in adopting such innovations. Artificial intelligence need not be the exclusive domain of ...
Review and Update Team Training for Lasting Success
Staff training and educational updates are one of the most important aspects of any business, but unfortunately, they are also one of the most easily overlooked during busy seasons or when everything appears to be going smoothly—at least from the perspective of store managers and owners. However, customers may have a different point of view. ...
Castor Oil—An Unexpected Social Media Star
Castor oil is a functional oil extracted from the seeds of the castor plant (Ricinus communis) and intended for use in topical skin care and beauty products. Historically, it was also used as a laxative and digestive aid. In recent months, castor oil has become a bestseller at health food stores across the country. It ...
Karl Franz Williams, Founder, CEO, Uncle Waithley’s
After graduating from Yale, Karl Franz Williams joined Procter and Gamble’s brand management team, later moving to marketing at PepsiCo. After a few roles with increasing responsibility, he joined PepsiCo’s innovation and beverage development team but found himself consulting with mixologists instead of scientists. In 2008, he translated this love for well-crafted drinks into 67 ...
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