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I know it’s that time of the year to do a recap, but doesn’t it feel a little weird to do so? It’s been the longest March in history. Our lives have been upended. We’ve suffered greatly. But, there is still hope. We have light at the end of the tunnel, and soon, we’ll move …
Collagen has become my go-to choice for protein supplementation. Protein is one of my Vital Five nutrients. Collagen wins because it is so rarely eaten and I’ve seen real-life benefits beyond helping achieve protein intake goals. Collagen-rich foods are organ meats or bone broth, and they definitely aren’t a part of the typical ‘Merican diet. Organ meats are …
Collagen: A Vital Part of Your Gut Health Regimen Read More »
In This Episode Neal and Daena brave a tornado to discuss five supplements that are simply doing you no good. Modern-day snake oils. The antithesis of Neal’s Vital Five, the data on these supplements shows little to no efficacy, and that in some cases, taking these supplements can actually be detrimental to your health. Other topics …
Ep. 78 5 Supplements You Should Stop Taking. Right Now. Read More »
When I call charlatans or brands out for their wellness wackiness, I’m pretty reserved about dropping names. No one has time to go through the legal process if we have an extra-testy or litigious target, and getting sued in general just kills my vibe. The main reason is that people who end up in my …
One of the most common questions we get is some variation of “What should an otherwise healthy person use, supplement-wise, to be healthier?” Our advice always starts with a brief word of caution: people take too many of the wrong types of supplements. Our goal should be to only take a few, high-quality supplements that …
The Vital Five: The Answer to “What Supplement Should I Buy? Read More »
I’m writing this article rather quickly at the request of many because there are so many important questions that need answering quickly. Is coronavirus coming for me? Is it related to beer in any way? Will I be ok? Do those big tissue papers really help on public toilet seats? Why are they shaped like …
I believe a well-made probiotic is a crucial part of a lifelong wellness strategy. So much so, I’ve named it one of my “Vital Five” nutrients–nutrients that almost all of us will benefit from, but are often lacking from even those with the best diets. Some people see a clear need for probiotics: their guts are a hot …
At Woodstock Vitamins we often talk of the Vital 5, those 5 nutrients I believe almost everyone could benefit from. This is part of a more strategic approach to using supplements; they shouldn’t be added to our regimen without a darn good reason. Supplements should fit into an established health or wellness plan, be backed by science, and be …
Constipation. What a glorious topic. Especially if you are immature and mostly unprofessional, like myself. I know what you’re thinking. “Oh no.” But also, “What is there to rant about with constipation?” Great question. Don’t poo poo this idea, it’s solid. 🙂 Today, I want to discuss the natural management of constipation in rant format, …
Our ever-expanding knowledge of the human microbiome, pervasive gut problems, and the trendiness of supplements has brought probiotics to the top of almost all our minds. Well, just below CBD. With this increased attention comes plenty of misinformation. Social media has made it way too easy for bad information to get to us, and “I’ve heard” has become …
Probiotics: To Refrigerate Or Not To Refrigerate Read More »
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