vitamins

The Vital Importance of Vitamin D + How to Choose the Best Supplements for Your Health

June 22, 2023 / Comments Off on The Vital Importance of Vitamin D + How to Choose the Best Supplements for Your Health

If vitamin D were a person, we’d probably classify it as a superhero! 🦸 Vitamin D does so much for your body that it’s kind of hard to keep track! It’s most commonly known as the sunshine vitamin because you naturally produce it when your skin is exposed to the sun! 😎 But did you…

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Juicing vs. Blending: How to Use Both to Boost Your Health

June 8, 2023 / Comments Off on Juicing vs. Blending: How to Use Both to Boost Your Health

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between ‘juicing’ and ‘blending?’ 🥤 Although they sound like they could be the same, they’re actually quite different. Both of them will contain at least one or two types of fruit, and maybe even a few veggies. But don’t let that fool you – there are some…

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5 Fun, Healthy Ways to Make the Most of The Crisp Fall Days

October 28, 2021 / Comments Off on 5 Fun, Healthy Ways to Make the Most of The Crisp Fall Days

Work. Errands. Hustling your kids (or yourself!) to your next To Do item. With all that busyness, it’s easy for the fall season to slip away, missing all the wonderful sights and smells of the cooler season. To honor some of our national favorite experiences, we’ve put together a list of five amazing ways to…

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Top 3 Autumn Fruits and Vegetables to Nosh On This Season

October 14, 2021 / Comments Off on Top 3 Autumn Fruits and Vegetables to Nosh On This Season

We all know that fall means changing leaves and cozy knit sweaters. But the cooler weather also brings with it some majorly delicious fruits and veggies. So, whether you sneak them into tasty side dishes or enjoy them on their own, here are three wonderful autumn foods to pick up on your next shopping trip:…

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The Refreshing Benefits of Sunshine

July 22, 2021 / Comments Off on The Refreshing Benefits of Sunshine

With the long, sunny summer days officially here many of us may turn to outdoor activities to get some extra rays. While we all know that getting outside is a great way to increase your daily activity, did you know that getting regular sun exposure has some serious health-promoting benefits? That’s right – soaking in…

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4 Reasons to Unabashedly Love Butter

November 12, 2020 / Comments Off on 4 Reasons to Unabashedly Love Butter

“With enough butter, anything is good.” One of the many wise quotes from one of the most adored cooking personalities of all time – Julia Child. It’s versatile. It’s decadent. You can spread it, melt it, cream it, layer it into pastries, and make sauces with it. Butter can transform bland dishes into beautiful masterpieces.…

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6 Key Nutrients Every Child Needs

April 16, 2020 / Comments Off on 6 Key Nutrients Every Child Needs

They say being a parent is a full-time job, but in reality, it feels like it should be equivalent to TWO full-time jobs! When it comes to the health of your kids, you want to do everything possible to make sure they grow up strong and healthy.  Unfortunately, many of the standard recommendations, like having…

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Forget the Fluoride!

October 31, 2019 / Comments Off on Forget the Fluoride!

Think back to all the years you've regularly visited the dentist to ensure healthy teeth and gums. How many of those visits involved the use of fluoride to enhance your dental health? Probably almost all of them!  Unfortunately, fluoride has a dark side that many people don't know about and your dentist isn't telling you…

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Osteoporosis and Scurvy: The Role Vitamins and Nutrients Play in Bone Health

August 22, 2019 / Comments Off on Osteoporosis and Scurvy: The Role Vitamins and Nutrients Play in Bone Health

The word on the street is that osteoporosis is due to a lack of calcium or need for vitamin K2. But this is simply not true. Maintaining healthy bones as we get older is a community effort that depends on a number of factors including vitamin status, hormone production, and mineral availability. It’s also a…

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Peaches Are Healthier For You Than You Think!

August 8, 2019 / Comments Off on Peaches Are Healthier For You Than You Think!

One of summertime’s best perks is the ability to enjoy a wide array of seasonal fruits like watermelon, pears, apricots, and nectarines. But the one summer fruit that stands out above the rest for its juicy and sweet interior is the delicious peach! According to the most recent nutritional data, peaches pack a powerful punch…

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