Update: Experimentation and listening to your body is a good teacher. Since writing this post, I have changed my viewpoint on this topic and I do take a quality multivitamin. (2/6/2015) I recently stopped taking multivitamins. I took two, one multivitamin and one hair vitamin. Both vitamins combined were very high in folic acid and other … [Read more...] about Why I Stopped Taking Multivitamins
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Top 9 Nutrients for Healthy Hair, Skin and Nails
It is what you put on your hair, skin and nails that matters most, but what you put into your body that matters too. There is no magic potion that gives you healthy hair, skin and nails. There are products on the market that will enhance and help you take care of what you already have. The state of your hair, skin and nails reflects what's going on inside your body. … [Read more...] about Top 9 Nutrients for Healthy Hair, Skin and Nails
Green Smoothie Ingredients from Carolyn’s Corner
Have you ever wondered about what you should put in your smoothies? Learn what's in the ingredients you add to your green smoothies. Today, Carolyn Akens shares with us her top smoothie ingredients and why they are good for you. When making a green smoothie you can add bananas, apples, pineapple, ginger, flaxseeds or flaxseed oil, hemp protein powder, various greens (spinach, … [Read more...] about Green Smoothie Ingredients from Carolyn’s Corner
38 Super Foods I Always Purchase
I call these super foods, because they are super. Super good for your health. These are foods that are always in my house, some more than others, because I like to eat certain foods when they are in season. These foods are very healthy and packed with lots of goodness. I guess it depends on who you're asking. Let's not waste anymore time. Here's the list: Fruit … [Read more...] about 38 Super Foods I Always Purchase
The Importance of Omega 3 Fatty Acids
A recent post written by Dr. Chakma (Vitamin B12, Vitamin D and Omega 3 Fatty Acids Deficiencies in Vegans) piqued my curiosity about omega 3 fatty acids, so I did a little research. I know we should make sure we get omega 3 fatty acids in our diet, but knowing more will help me understand more about omega 3 fatty acids. Here are my questions: What are omega 3 fatty … [Read more...] about The Importance of Omega 3 Fatty Acids