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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 ...
A Guide to Retail Branding: Finding Your North Star
Your to-do list is growing longer. In the midst of essential tasks like placing weekly orders, managing invoices, correcting payroll and dealing with your credit card processor, there’s a hand-scribbled note that says, ‘Do more marketing.’ Perhaps due to its nebulous nature, this item gets continually pushed down the list, often causing anxiety and trepidation ...
Synthetic vs. Vegan D3: Impact on Health & Sustainability
The prevalence of vitamin D deficiency and insufficiency (i.e., inadequate levels) is significant. The journal Nutrients1 indicated that 29 percent of the U.S. population is vitamin D deficient and an additional 41 percent are vitamin D insufficient. Considering vitamin D’s critical for building bone and for so many other aspects of human health, this is ...
Digestive Health Dramatically Impacts Athletic Performance
When it comes to health and wellness, digestive health is central to overall health. Those who are proactive and take control of their digestive health will realize significant improvement in their health and quality of life. For athletes, a healthy gut can have a dramatic impact on athletic performance. Gut health influences not only digestion, ...
Gut Health & Acne: Supporting Your Gut Microbiome for Healthier Skin
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting up to 50 million Americans annually and can occur at any stage of life, even continuing into one’s 30s and 40s.1 While acne vulgaris is a common skin disease, almost twice as many women seek help ...
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