Fitness Guides

I firmly believe there are two types of people in this world -- those that absolutely love mushrooms and those that’ll do anything to avoid mushrooms. They’re one of those foods that you either can’t get enough of or can’t run away fast enough from. The good news is...

Looking to shed some extra pounds and get back in shape? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of people start diets every day or are actively participating in one.  While much of weight loss comes down to effective dieting and rigid exercise routine, effective cardio,...

It might seem like new supplements are popping up every single week, but how do you know which ones are worth it? One of the newer supplements on the market is colostrum, a dose of nutrient-dense liquid that comes from breast milk. It contains proteins called...

Maca powder is made from maca root, a plant native to Peru that has been used to regulate hormone levels, enhance fertility, and improve energy and stamina. Maca is also a cruciferous vegetable that is naturally dried and consumed in powder form as a supplement. Maca...

Superfood powders are sweeping through the health and wellness community due to their potent vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber content. Superfood powders are basically blends of essential fruits and vegetables that provide vitamins and minerals that are...

Milk thistle, also known as blessed milk thistle, bull thistle, Chardon de Marie, and more) is a herbaceous plant with a red-purplish tubular flower head. It is native to the Mediterranean region but has been cultivated in North and South America, Southern Australia,...

Have you noticed a growing emphasis on the importance of gut health in recent years? Two supplements that have also been growing in popularity are probiotics and prebiotics. Probiotics and prebiotics may sound alike but these two powerful supplements play different...

This article will attempt to answer the question of how often should you take probiotics. It’s complicated – and it depends. We’ll address the question based on scientific data rather than quoting the advice offered in probiotic manufacturers' sales and marketing...

Pre-workout supplements have gained a lot of traction and popularity within the health and sports world. Pre-workout supplements often contain amino acids (especially branched-chain amino acids), caffeine, and possibly a source of protein. Many of these supplements...

This article will introduce one of the newest categories of natural product supplementation, NMN supplements. Before we define NMN for you, we’ll explain that it is a precursor to NAD+, a coenzyme discovered over 100 years ago, essential to creating energy in every...

It is time to debunk the myth that “eating fat, makes you fat.”  Gaining popularity among many health experts and wellness enthusiasts, the ketogenic diet has been one of the top trending diets over the last couple of years. Through its methods of naturally...

We seem to mention lifestyle changes in conjunction with virtually every health regimen we discuss. Changes include cleaning up your diet and choosing to exercise more. We know the benefits of exercise – increasing muscle, burning calories, improving body composition,...

Krill is a tiny crustacean that resembles a shrimp. Krill is about the size of an average paper clip and can be found in most oceans around the world. However, they can only be harvested in the cold unpolluted waters of Antarctica, where they spend most of their time...

Thermogenic is used to explain the elevation in body temperature in relation to the burning of calories. Meaning the more heat the body generates, the more calories are burnt. This term has become increasingly more popular over the last decade as people have become...

Bacteria is not all about germs and diseases.  Casting off negative impressions pertaining to the word ‘bacteria’, meet Probiotics, your gut-friendly bacteria that are more than just a popular ingredient to your favorite kombucha and yogurt drinks.  On a...