Daily Health Tips update for May 18:
Flaxseed Oil is a plant oil (also known as Linseed Oil) and is
highly recommended for general well-being and whole body nutrition.
It contains omega-6 and omega-9 essential fatty acids, B vitamins,
potassium, lecithin, magnesium, fiber, protein and zinc and also
provides approximately 50% more omega-3 oils than what you could
get from taking fish oil, minus that "fishy" after taste that
doesn’t appeal to many people.
In fact, some experts believe that it could...
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One
of the most popular and highest-rated products at
SwansonVitamins.com (with a 4.9 out of 5 rating), Nature’s Way
Fisol Fish Oil and high-potency Nature’s Way
Super Fisol Fish Oil are voted customer favorites.
Fisol is a superior blend of molecularly-distilled, sustainably
sourced fish oil delivered using the Nature’s
Way proprietary Targeted Release enteric-coating technology.
This delivery system helps give you three times the absorption rate
of other fish oil supplements with no fishy...
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Daily
Health Tips update for January 6:
Washing your hands, healthy eating and exercise are the best ways
to keep your immune system in tip-top shape. But adding specific
supplements can also help your natural defenses stay strong all
season long. Here are some of the top natural recommendations:
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Omega-3s. Found naturally in fish, these EFAs
increase phagocyte cell activity, which boosts the immune
system.
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Astragalus. This ancient Chinese herb
stimulates white blood cells and boosts immunity.
- Vitam...
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Daily
Health Tips update for December 14:
Sadly, there is no magic pill that you can take to make you live
forever, but with these five daily health habits, you can fight the
aging process.
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Eat the Rainbow. Eating a diverse selection of fruits
and vegetables can help lower your risk of chronic diseases and
maintain a healthy body weight. Choose new produce and a variety of
colors when you grocery shop, and include one with each meal, or
for a snack.
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Get Your Omega-3s. Those with high levels of...
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On a recent episode of “The Dr. Oz” show, Dr. Oz highlighted a few
reasons why krill oil may be a better source of EPA and DHA omega-3
essential fatty acids than traditional
fish oil
supplements. This was a big revelation, as fish oil has long
been one of Dr. Oz’s favorite supplements.
So what caught Dr. Oz’s attention and made him rethink his stance
on fish oil? There are three main reasons that
krill oil...
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The
Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides some
startling statistics: Approximately one in every six adults—16.3%
of the U.S. adult population—has high total cholesterol. People
with high total cholesterol have approximately twice the risk of
heart disease as people with optimal levels. Another interesting
fact from the CDC is that "more women than men have high
cholesterol in the United States."
The CDC continues: "Having high cholesterol puts you at risk for
heart disease,...
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The
November 2011 issue of Men’s Journal has suggestions to
help readers “Find the Right Fish Oil.” The article outlines what
to look for in a fish oil supplement, what you want to avoid and
concerns about contamination. The article also list three
recommended brands that fit various needs: best for vegetarians,
most highly concentrated and best value.
Men’s Journal has recommended Swanson Health Products’
Swanson
EFAs Super EPA softgels for “Best Value.” Swanson EFAs Super
EPA is an
all-natural...
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Ever
wanted to know what vitamins, supplements and healthy foods the
employees at Swanson Health Products use? Here’s your chance to
peek inside an employee order and find out (and win it
all)!
I recently placed an order for
Alba Botanica TerraTint Lipbalm. Some natural lip
balms are rough and hard to apply. This lip balm went on
smooth and creamy, has just the right amount of sheen to
it, and moisturizes my lips as well. It also contains
sunscreen! (Ranging from SPF8 to 18). One other thing...
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