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  Introduction What does DHEA do? Well before we go into that we have to know a little about this supplement and how it works. DHEA has been around for long enough to have some results back from all the clinical trials and studies done about this hormonal supplement. It doesn’t necessarily go hand in hand with the view of the public as it is now. Generally the public considers this to be a very powerful supplement that can cure many ailments associated with old age. A savior if you will. Or just a straight up “life extender” in a pill. This is not the whole truth however. It’s more complicated than that because with hormones it becomes convoluted as far as benefits go. Lets get into it! A graph showing the typical levels of DHEA by age. What does DHEA do? DHEA is a hormone that your body produces naturally inside of your adrenal gland (above you kidney). Your body then turns this hormone into testosterone and estrogen according to what it needs. It’s worth noting that both women an...

  Introduction to Stress Stress is something that many of us struggle with. I know that for a lot of people they’ve been stressed so long they become numb to it, but never the less the symptoms of it persist. Chronic stress like this is commonly because of poor eating habits, sleep schedules, or mental issues over a long period of time. This sort of gradual progression can be hard to sense when you in the moment, but try to take a step back and see if you would benefit from any of this. Dietary Stress Relief Maintaining a healthy weight will help you to avoid the hormones and deficit in the functioning of your stress hormones. If you get poor nutrition, it becomes even more critical that you eat high nutrient food in order to combat the effects of stress, as well as having the energy and stamina to meet your work accordingly. I will link to a supplement to all of these in case you cannot, or don’t want to incorporate them into your diet. Raw Honey Raw Honey is the best substitute f...

  Health is extremely important to anyone that wakes up, breathes, or put food in their face. Simply because if you make too many bad decisions regarding your health then it will slip away and make your life miserable, or could possibly end it all together. That’s why health is important. Despite this being rather gloomy, there are some simple things you can do to improve your health. Like eating healthy and making sure your body has what it needs to function properly. Collagen, to topic today, improves your skin, hair, and nails like we all know; but it also improves you immune system and repairs cells throughout your body! Collagen and it’s roles What does collagen do in your body? The four main types are type I, II, III, and IV. Here’s a closer look their roles in your body: Type I. This type accounts for 90% of your body’s collagen. It provides structure to skin, bones, tendons, fibrous cartilage, connective tissue, and teeth. Type II. This type is made of more loosely packed f...

  With our crazy, fast-paced lifestyles sometimes you don’t realize you’re depriving your body and brain of the sleep it needs. Sleep deprivation can lead to a multitude of disorders, according to Dr. Joseph Mercola. Sleep trouble can cause people to gain weight, have a poor memory, gain weight again later in life, have headaches, have a chronic pain, and/or have a stressful life. Sleep difficulties can also lead to carbohydrate cravings. Here’s maybe how to not do that. Sleep Helpers Melatonin We all have heard o melatonin, so I’m going to get it out of the way. Melatonin is a natural hormone made by the pineal gland in your brain. This hormone is part of the chemical chain that triggers your body’s sleep patterns. Additionally, melatonin helps control your sleep phases. People who live active or rigorous lives may need eight to ten hours of sleep a night, while those who live a more sedentary lifestyle need only six. Losing sleep can actually increase a person’s chance of develop...

  Women’s Multivitamins Multivitamins for Women’s Health. When eating a balanced diet isn’t enough, multivitamins may help. So whether you’re vegetarian and looking to improve your bone health, or prefer supplements and need to boost your immune system. Check out one of these multivitamins as an alternative option to helping your body get the nutrients it needs. Designed to fill nutritional gaps and promote a healthy stress response and balanced mood. A women’s multivitamin is a good option for women following specific dietary guidelines. Women may be predisposed to certain skin conditions and infections, such as acne, hormonal imbalances, or other hormone-related causes for unhealthy skin. Hormonal imbalance is actually the most common cause of female skin problems. Sometimes a quality  Feminine Hormonal Supplement  is all that you need to help promote a healthy hormonal balance. A healthy diet and exercise can help to alleviate the symptoms of skin inflammation caused b...

  Introduction to the Detox Having a detox has been proven to improve your intestinal health as well as overall body health. Since so many of us are physically weakened and plagued by gastrointestinal problems — interval training, stress, lifestyle, dehydration, poor digestion, medication, Prior digestive problems. It’s important to re-derived our bodies by paying attention to how we eat; add more enzymes to the diet, to re-make our livers and systems. Natural Approach There are a lot of options when it comes to detoxing. My favorite choice is also the one that leads to the least amount of waste — water. Water is truly a miracle product. One of my favorite ways to make sure that the body gets to the right level of hydration is by drinking water instead of calorie-laden sport drinks. In the short term, it may be a drag to drink water in stead of the sugar laced concoction that we’re all addicted to. However, in the long term you will feel proud of yourself to drink water instead, re...

  Vitamin B Complex Vitamin B is essential when it comes to staying healthy, here is what the they do for you. Without vitamin B1 we are unable to convert energy in our bodies to heat. The B-2 we are unable to use heat in our bodies for energy. Without vitamin B-3 we cannot use energy in our bodies. Vitamin B-5 is crucial in converting glucose in our bodies. With B-6 our body produces lecithin for the proper formation of cholesterol. Vitamin B-7 produces substances that are used to absorb and carry cholesterol into our bodies. Furthermore, Vitamin B-9 helps the hormones that are involved in sleep and pregnancy function. Vitamin B-12 works with all of the other B vitamins to help produce healthy cell growth and maintenance. Without vitamin B-complex, we are unable to fully utilize the oxygen that we take in. Oxygen to the body is essential for growth and repair and is delivered through the blood stream. The brain and the red blood cells are unable to function properly w...

Introduction Known as the ” Viagra of herbs.” Chaste berry got its name for its tendency to promote sexual desire and urination, and has been used with both sexes. For centuries, Chinese men and women have enjoyed this herb with passion. Recent studies of chaste berry have found that it is particularly suitable for women who are experiencing menopause. Benefits to the Chaste Berry Common menopause symptoms include hot flashes, vaginal dryness, chills, night sweats, weight gain, irregular periods, labile moods, decreased sex drive, poor sleep, bone loss, headaches, anxiety, and depression. Menopause can be an extremely stressful event in many women’s lives. Recently it’s been suggested that chaste berries could be a real form of relief for women who are going through this trying time. If this is something that you need we found a  Chaste Berry Supplement  for you to help. Phytonutrients of Chaste Berry The phytonutrients in chaste berry are the flavonoids and sesquiterpenoids. ...

  Introduction to Vitamin C Your immune system is one of the most crucial systems in your body because it is the only thing standing between you and death by disease in most cases. Especially before modern medicine. However there are some things that this system needs to strive itself! Namely the most common ingredient to a healthy immune system is Vitamin C. There is more to it but this vitamin is pulling a lot of weight for the team! Because of the many nutritional benefits, vitamin C is one of the most cost effective supplements out there. Finding a cheap supplement is not a problem, but they are not all created equal. For instance here is one from Zen Supplements called  Immune System Support  with not only vitamin C, but zinc, vitamin A, folate and much more. All of these support the immune system simultaneously. Big Helpers Vitamin C is an important tool for immune health. It works by helping your body heal from and fight off infections, and can help keep you from g...