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Digestive enzymes are compounds secreted by our bodies to help us break down all the num num stuff we eat. They’re released at different points of the luge we call our GI tracts by many different organs and cells. In the end, digestive enzymes ensure the foods we eat actually go into our bloodstream to do …
Exciting news for people like us who love supplements but hate the misinformation and poor quality products that saturate the market… The FDA announced actions against supplement brands that are making false claims about their products. One such claim, in great interest to me, is supplements that are claimed to treat or cure Alzheimer’s. I’m …
Vitamin K is a fat-soluble nutrient involved in the production of various proteins. These proteins are the precursors and building blocks for pathways that regulate blood clotting, bone formation, and calcification of the arteries. In other words, it’s pretty important. I’m always curious why we call things certain names, so here’s an interesting factoid about Vitamin …
There is a compound essential to animal life that is found in nearly all cells. This compound is called ubiquinone, or CoQ10. Being so ubiquitous, it was named as such. I’m sure that person thought they were so smart. Like the guy or gal who named the toaster. CoQ10 is promoted widely in the supplement …
Today we discuss how a flamingo’s feathers can help your vision stay sharp and manage some diseases of the eyes. People of Florida: put the birds down! I’m not telling you to EAT the feathers, but rather foods rich in the pigment that turns their light feathers pink and orange. Today we talk about a …
The newest trend in probiotics breaks a rule your mom set for you when you were about 2 years old. It’s not “don’t fill up on Doritos and ice cream for breakfast” nor is it “always respect the President.” It’s much less complex and more obvious: “Don’t eat dirt.” Internet doctors are peddling bacteria found …
Collagen is the biggest trend in supplements I’ve seen, second to only CBD. It’s everywhere, with some internet doctors building their empire on collagen products alone. Whenever I first mention collagen to someone who isn’t familiar, I actually get confusion. They instantly think I’m talking about plastic surgery. Wouldn’t it be nice if a collagen supplement had …
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What is CBD? CBD and THC are the two active compounds found in cannabis plants (marijuana and hemp). To simplify it, CBD has many potential medical applications, specifically in “relaxation” related effects: calming, anxiety support, muscle relaxation. It has been studied to help in pain management and epilepsy with promise. THC is more fun since …
Meal replacement shakes, protein supplement powders, and smoothies are everywhere. In our quest to get all our nutrition from a magical jar instead of our diet, we’ve created a billion dollar market of flavored, sweetened, plant and milk powders in jars, bags, and packets. There’s so much noise in the protein supplement space. We want to teach …
Village Vitality Will Soon Be Known As Woodstock Vitamins. Five years ago, this pharmacist created a new supplement experience: Village Vitality. Our mission was to provide “Wellness with Integrity.” From our small pharmacy in the most famous small town in America, we have succeeded. We have big dreams. We are expanding soon to a national …
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