Supplement quality is a subject that is very near and dear to my heart. In fact, Nature Works was founded on a commitment to quality, because I want my products to truly make a difference in the lives and health of my customers. Unfortunately, there are a lot of companies out there without this same commitment. A glance at the nutrition facts on many supplement labels will show fillers, chemical preservatives, artificial colors, and other toxic ingredients. Also, studies show that many products contain only a fraction of the herb or vitamin ingredients on their labels--if any at all. This is frustrating because, by taking these supplements, you are making a conscious decision to better your overall health. So what do you need...
It's the beginning of a new year, and many people have weight loss as their #1 new year's resolution, especially after overindulging during the holidays. If this is your New Year's resolution, here are our no-nonsense tips on how to lose weight without going on a diet. Keep it cleanBe a label reader! Make sure that the foods you're eating are as close to their original form as possible. Avoid foods that contain ingredients that you can't pronounce or don't recognize, and choose organic whenever possible. Don't starve yourselfStudies that show that if you regularly eat healthy snacks, then you actually eat less during meals and maintain a healthier body weight. Keep healthy snacks such as fresh fruits & vegetables, nuts...
Christmas is just around the corner, and Santa can sometimes have a bad habit of filling stockings with sugary, artificial-dye-and-preservative-laden treats. If you'd like to avoid a post-Christmas sugar hangover or weakened immune system, try these suggestions for healthier stocking stuffers! FruitOranges are in season, and they are packed with Vitamin C, antioxidants and bioflavonoids. We've all heard the expression "an apple a day keeps the doctor away", and it's true! Apples are full of fiber, enzymes, and pectin, all of which help support proper digestion. Bananas are a good source of potassium and magnesium. Or, you could go with a more exotic but also seasonal fruit such as pomegranate or persimmon. NutsDid you know that brazil nuts are a...
We've gotten a lot of calls this week from clients who are struggling with similar symptoms-- lack of energy and motivation, trouble sleeping, irritability, weight gain, fatigue, and craving carbohydrate-rich junk foods. These are all symptoms of winter depression known as Season Affective Disorder (SAD). Untreated, SAD can interfere with your daily life, but there are several simple ways to ease symptoms and rediscover your energy and vitality! Vitamin D"The sunshine vitamin" is our first recommendation for treating SAD. Winter days are colder and shorter, creating a lack of natural light exposure and therefore a vitamin D deficiency for those who live in cooler climates. Vitamin D supplementation in winter time not only strengthens the immune system, it also plays...
Another holiday season is here, bringing parties, family gatherings, delicious foods, and a tighter waistband for many of our readers. Before the indulgence of the holidays turns your waistline turn into a bowlful of jelly, check out these tried and true tips to avoid unwanted holiday weight gain. Drink WaterIt seems harder to stay hydrated during the winter months because when the weather is cold, you feel less thirsty. Drinking enough water helps cleanse your body of waste, boost your metabolism, and acts as an appetite suppressant. Start your day with a large glass of water before eating or drinking anything else, and carry a refillable water bottle with you while you work or run errands. Eat before you go...
