Adopting a nutritious diet and having an active lifestyle is key to a long and healthy life. However, some people find their diets to be lacking in certain vitamins, minerals, and compounds. When this happens, they turn to various supplements that allow them to get the vital substances they need. Unlike drugs and medications that … Continued
Heart health — risk factors and preventive steps Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. The numbers are staggering. It causes one in every four American deaths — roughly 659,000 per year — and that’s just deaths. Cardiovascular disease, including heart disease, affects almost half of the U.S. adult population. What … Continued
Find the best supplements for your goals As we collectively continue to face a pandemic, packed schedules, and the stressors of daily life, taking care of our bodies is one way to exercise control and prepare for success in the new year. Making good choices for your body and mind can help you regain a … Continued
How to gift supplements this holiday season Looking for a few last stocking stuffers? Supplements make a great gift! While we often think of the supplements we take as a very personal choice, like our medications or self care routines, there are a couple of go-to supplements that most people could benefit from. If you … Continued
Tips for tackling holiday stress If the holidays tend to leave you feeling stretched too thin, try to implement some strategies for reducing your holiday stress. You can find abundant advice about how to deal with holiday stress online. The American Heart Association, Johns Hopkins Medical, and Psychology Today are just a few of the … Continued
Proactive stress management and adrenal health The holiday season is in full swing. Thanksgiving’s behind us, and the New Year is just weeks away. Between the preparations and gatherings, responsibilities, and traveling, this time of year is stressful for many. One of the centers of the body to support during this time is our adrenals! … Continued
Travel tips for better sleep With the arrival of the holiday season comes plans to visit friends and family. And with visiting friends and family comes sleeping away from your own bed — a thought that fills many (including me) with dread. If you, like me, require a fine-tuned environment for sleep, here are a … Continued
How to supplement for stronger bones Now that we’ve discussed the importance of bone health in Part 1 of this series, let’s talk about some proactive ways you can start to take better care of your bones. In Part 2, we’ll be covering bone health supplements that can strengthen and protect your bones from breaking when … Continued
What helps with pain from chemo and radiation? Cancer patients undergoing treatment often experience a host of difficult-to-manage side effects. Common radiation and chemotherapy side effects include fatigue and appetite loss; GI irritation like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea; hair loss; and pain, among others. This post offers some accessible options to help cancer treatment patients … Continued
“How can I boost my child’s immune system?” It’s back-to-school season, which means it’s time to prepare for cold and flu season. Here are our top tips for naturally boosting your kid’s immunity. Build stronger immunity by ensuring enough sleep Sleep is key for a healthy immune system. Studies show sleep and the circadian rhythm … Continued
What’s the difference between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia? Both Alzheimer’s Disease (often referred to as just Alzheimer’s, or, abbreviated as AD in the medical and scientific communities) and dementia are associated with memory loss, but they are different. You can think of it like this: Alzheimer’s is characterized by dementia, but not all dementia … Continued
How to Improve Your Memory Whether your memory isn’t what it used to be, or you’re looking to get a head start warding off memory loss, let’s talk about memory support. As a general rule, the first line of defense against memory loss is an active brain, plenty of sleep, and proper nutrition (avoiding too … Continued
3 Ways to Maintain a Healthy Brain Your brain is the command center of your body. A healthy brain is key to a happy life. Your brain’s in charge of what you do deliberately (like speaking, decision-making, and exercising), and it’s in charge of the things you do without thinking (like breathing, digestion, and, of … Continued
Let’s talk ashwagandha! Ashwagandha is a root plant and adaptogen. Adaptogens are natural substances that are utilized to “adapt” your body. Specifically, it aims to decrease your stress response and maintain homeostasis, which is your body’s natural balanced state. Adaptogens are thought to primarily work on cortisol. A quick note on cortisol. You can … Continued
You want to stay safe in the sun but you’re feeling overwhelmed by all of the choices in front of you: what sunscreen is best and safest to use? At the end of the day, it comes down to preference. Both chemical and mineral (also known as “physical”) sunscreens work and any sunscreen is better … Continued
Want to see what fish oils we carry? Shop for them on the Sona Shop! You’ve probably heard of fish oil, but chances are, you’re not sure why it’s so popular and if it’s right for you! To understand fish oil, we need to breakdown the two main types of fats our bodies need to … Continued
Just like food and water, sleep is vital for everyday life. It plays a major role in our daily functioning and not getting enough can have a significant impact on both our physical and mental health. The average adult needs a minimum of seven hours of quality sleep each night to recharge the body and … Continued
Probably. It’s estimated that 35-61% of the United States adult population is deficient in Vitamin D. Vitamin D has a huge impact on the health and function of our cells and regulates over 200 of our genes! When we don’t get enough it impacts nearly every area of our body. Deficiency in Vitamin D can … Continued
The Key to a Strong Immune System: Your Gut Health We’ve all been flooded with talk about our immune system whether it is in response to the current pandemic or just wanting to take better care of ourselves. Did you know that 70% of your immune system is in your gut? While the immune system … Continued
How Supplements Treat Stress In The Brain Before we jump into therapy options, let’s discuss the two targets in the brain that help decrease symptoms of stress and anxiety: GABA: This is an inhibitory neurotransmitter. If our brains were a superhighway, you can think of GABA as the substance that helps put on the brakes. … Continued