Yearly Archives: 2017

Did you know? Did you know Vitamin E isn’t only good for helping our skin stay looking youthful? Vitamin E also benefits our immune system. It is found in many…

Did you know? Did you know Fiber will not only help keep your bowl movements regular but can aid in weight loss? Fiber is the part of the plant that…

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Did you know Manganese is a naturally occurring mineral in the body and plays a vital role in fat and carbohydrate metabolism? This mineral also aids in the absorption of calcium, proper functioning of the thyroid gland and sex hormones, and regulation of blood sugar levels. (more…)

Did you know? Did you know Calcium’s ability for keeping bones strong and preventing osteoporosis is but one function it plays in our body? The heart, muscles and nerves also…

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We all know that we should eat our veggies and yet so many of us don’t. It is recommended that we consume three or more servings of vegetables every day and yet only about one quarter of adults in America do this. Why? Some people consider vegetables, especially greens as “rabbit food” or “It tastes too healthy”. Whatever the reason those people who choose not to eat them are not reaping the multiple benefits from eating raw leafy greens. (more…)

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Did you know the omega-3s include alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and eicosapentaneoic acid (EPA), play a huge role in your pet’s health in many ways? (more…)

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Did you know if you’re looking to increase your omega-3 intake, flaxseed oil is a tremendous option? If you’re a vegetarian or vegan, you still need to intake Omega 3’s, and flaxseed oil is a great choice. One thing is for sure — flaxseed oil benefits include being one of nature’s richest and best sources of vegetable-based, vital omega-3 fatty acids. Flaxseed oil benefits extend beyond its high omega-3 content. (more…)

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Did you know Cod liver oil, as the name suggests, is the essential oil extracted from the livers of Atlantic cod? The oil is commonly taken as a dietary supplement. It is one of the best sources of omega 3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) and contains relatively high amounts of vitamin A and vitamin D. (more…)

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Essential Fatty Acids (EFA’s) are called essential because our bodies can’t produce all the fats we need, so we must supply them via supplements and/or food. EFA’s, such as omega 3 and omega 6, play a big role in keeping our bodies healthy. Not only are they important, but the ratio of omega 3 to omega 6, is also very important. So, let’s start at the beginning. (more…)