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Whole-Foods AND Synthesized Nutrients By Shannan Garrison Food first. That’s a no-brainer, right? Getting nutrients from food should be the priority. But it’s not as easy as it seems. Between busy lives and earthly challenges, like depleted soils, getting nutrition from food alone can be a big challenge. Bridge the gaps. Supplements with synthesized nutrition help fill in the gaps left from diet. Essential nutrients are the basis for better health. Proper nutrition affects every system in the human body, including neurological, cardiovascular, reproductive, and detoxification systems. But, I can get what’s needed from whole foods, right? Many people think it’s...

Lifestage: Men By Shannan Garrison   Life gets busy. And the nutrients you get from your food could be lacking. But, with the right supplements, you can enjoy enough energy and support to get through even your busiest days. It’s important to look for vitamins that truly meet your unique needs at this lifestage.It’s important to find supplements that truly deliver the benefits you’re looking for. You may know the obvious things you need, but there are important nuances to look for when choosing your daily vitamins.Beyond the expected, look for options that include these necessary ingredients: Methylfolate Folate supports your energy...

Once you know you’re pregnant, so many things start going through your mind: your diet, doctor or midwife appointments, lifestyle habits, exercise, and, of course, the health of your baby.One thing that may need to be given more thought is the prenatal you choose to take while on this journey. Not all prenatal vitamins are created equal. Choosing a supplement may seem overwhelming, but by looking for one that includes these ingredients, you’ll feel confident about the choice you’ve made.

Lifestage: Pre Baby & Fertility By Shannan Garrison   When starting the pregnancy journey, diet is very important. Including nutrients that promote vibrant health as you pursue your fertility goals is one of, if not, the most vital steps you can take. Choosing a pre-prenatal supplement can be overwhelming—and not just for the moms-to-be but future-dads too When starting your pregnancy journey, look for supplements that include these ingredients: Methylfolate Your doctor may recommend a supplement with folic acid. But, to get a finished folate, the body can immediately use, look for methylfolate. It not only supports neurodevelopment for your future baby (1,...

Lifestage: Women 50+ By Shannan Garrison   Living the second half of our lives in an ideal way is important and possible. As women, we often think about beauty regimens and our diet, but we often forget about the specific nutrients that we need to maintain vibrant health as we age. As our bodies change, our supplement needs change as well. Choosing a multivitamin that’s right for you and your lifestage can feel overwhelming or it may just be something you haven’t thought about. As a woman who is 50+, look for supplements that include these ingredients: Methylcobalamin During this lifestage,...

Lifestage: Women By Shannan Garrison   Life gets busy. And the nutrients you get from your food could be lacking. But, with the right supplements, you can enjoy enough energy and support to get through even your busiest days. It’s important to look for vitamins that truly meet your unique needs at this lifestage.  You may know the obvious things you need, but there are important nuances to look for when choosing your daily supplements. Beyond the expected, look for options that include these necessary ingredients:  Methylfolate Folate supports your energy production (1, 2), brain’s processing speed (3), and memory (4). And...

Choosing a kid’s multivitamin, may seem like a no-brainer. But, once you really dig into what they need, it’s obvious that not all kid’s vitamins are created equal. There are those chalky chewables...

Do you feel that your brain has changed? During pregnancy? After baby? Mom brain. It is a thing! Also called momnesia, pregnancy brain, baby brain... science has confirmed that it exists.