We’ve been conditioned to steer clear of fats. They are touted as bad. However, not all fats need to be avoided. Enter the Omega 3 fatty acids. This group of fats are not only good, they are a must to consume. Learn about the many benefits of Omega 3 fatty acids by reading on. What Are Omega 3’s? Omega 3 …
Why You Should Know About 5-Hydroxytryptophan
When your body doesn’t produce enough serotonin, you end up feeling tired, sad, and/or anxious. You may find you’re not sleeping well, and you’re gaining weight. If you’re noticing any combination of those symptoms, you may want to try incorporating 5-Hydroxytryptophan into your diet. This can be had through foods, or by taking 5-HTP supplements. However, before you go order …
Ginseng And All Its Health Benefits
Ginseng has been used in Chinese medicine for centuries. As far as herbal medicines go, ginseng is the most popular. The two most common forms are found in Asia and the United States, and both grow in moist soil under trees. This root plant is used so commonly that between 6K-10K pounds of dried ginseng are harvested in the United …
Why You Need Personalized Vitamins In Your Life
No body is created equal. We are all as unique as our fingerprints. Sure, we all need the same things to survive like water, food, and nutrients. But, what makes us different is the extent of what we need. Some of us require more “things”, while others don’t need as much. Money, clothes, living space, and even our daily nutrients. …
Vitamin D: What It Is And Why You Need It In Your Life
There is an estimated 42 percent of American’s living with varying degrees of Vitamin D deficiency. This nutrient is paramount to our bodies to build strong bones, as well as overall health and wellness. Learn more about Vitamin D, why you need it, and how to get it. What is Vitamin D Vitamin D is actually a hormone produced through …
Vitamin C: What You Need To Know
Normal growth and development of the body is linked to Vitamin C. Because it’s a water-soluble vitamin and it is urinated out, you need to keep a constant supply flowing into your body. We don’t make or store Vitamin C within our bodies, so we need to get it from food or supplement sources to add to our daily diet. …
Are You Aware Of The Powerful Vitamin Bs?
Your body does not store Vitamin B because it’s water soluble, so it’s important to take supplements regularly to maintain healthy levels and fill any nutrient gaps. Each of the 8 B vitamins play their own unique role in keeping your body healthy. Learn more about the B-vitamins, the benefits of them, and why they’re so important for your body. …
Is Vitamin A Really That Awesome?
Vitamin A is also commonly known as retinol and beta-carotene. This vitamin is imperative for many bodily functions, such as organic cell growth. In fact, you could say it is the most essential vitamin. This is why it got its generic name of Vitamin A. Okay, fine; maybe that’s not the real scientific reason. But, it’s genuinely one of the …
Tips For A Happier, Healthier You
Guilt, fear of failure, feelings of sabotage, we know the drill of how New Year’s Resolutions sometimes go. You feel guilty because you drank that soda when you said you were quitting sugar. But come on, everyone deserves some grace. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, exercise more, be compliant with a daily vitamin routine or eat healthier, remember, …
Giving Clean Water and Tespo Vitamins to Haiti
Who’s the author? My name is Charley Vlietstra and I’m the Marketing Manager at Tespo. We’re going to begin guest blogging in 2018 — featuring real people telling real stories. This is the first of many. Hope you enjoy. THE JOURNEY TO SEGUIN, HAITI On January 19th, 2018, I headed out on a mission trip to a rural mountain village …