HEALTH AND FITNESS

Magnesium (Mg) is an essential mineral that our bodies need in order to function properly. It’s also the seventh most abundant element in the Earth’s crust and is one of the most common electrolytes found inside of our body’s trillions of cells. Our body contains a whopping 25 grams of magnesium, mostly stored in our bones and muscle tissue. Let’s take a deeper look at magnesium, what it does, the benefits it provides, and how we can get more of this essential nutrient in our diet.

Magnesium is best known as a bone supporting nutrient, but it does so much...

Vitamin C is an essential vitamin that our bodies use as an antioxidant. It also supports healthy collagen, which is a major building block of skin, bones, and muscles, that helps add structure to these areas of our bodies. Vitamin C also provides immune support benefits.

Vitamin C is essential because we can’t make it in our bodies – we must get it through our diet. The best food sources of dietary vitamin C are fruits and vegetables, like oranges and other citrus fruits, tomatoes, peppers, and potatoes.

Zinc is an essential mineral that acts as a cofactor (helper nutrient)...

Who would like to live young and live well? Be honest, raise your hand if this is you. There is a high demand for living young as you grow older, so scientists study ways to lessen some of the negative effects of aging. Most of us are seeing these effects as we speak! Think about what happens to your brain and memory as you age, or your energy levels, physical performance, heart health, and joint health, the list goes on and on. One well-established method of healthy aging, related to the intake of calories or how much food is consumed,...

Vitamin D is a unique vitamin that is synthesized by our body when our skin is exposed to sunlight. In fact, that’s where it gets the nickname, “the sunshine vitamin”. While we are theoretically able to get most of the vitamin D we need through sunlight, the reality is that for many of us, we don’t get enough. In fact, it is estimated that 88% of people globally have suboptimal vitamin D levels.

There are several different reasons some people don’t get enough vitamin D from sunlight alone. One of the biggest reasons has to do with seasonal changes. During...

ageLOC TR90 is a program that focuses on body image and improving body composition rather than just decreasing the number on the scale. TR90 was designed to help participants of the program stay motivated and work towards their health and fitness goals. We know it’s not easy to make lasting lifestyle changes but the TR90 program takes what is difficult and confusing about traditional weight loss programs and puts them into easy-to-follow categories. We know that people will have questions along the way which is why we have provided just a few key questions and answers for those who are...

Have you heard of the term bioavailability before? Bioavailability is how much you absorb and utilize nutrients from food or supplements. Absorption is what gets in your body, but then your body must be able to utilize it. You’ve heard the saying you are what you eat, right? Well, it’s more accurate to say you are what you absorb and utilize. Therefore, bioavailability is the key to understanding how nutrients work in the body for your health and getting the most out of foods and supplements.

The bioavailability of nutrients involves many factors, including the form of a nutrient, nutrient...

The human brain uses a tremendous amount of energy every day. This energy is important for normal brain functions like thinking and remembering information and events. The process of accessing that energy creates damaging compounds (called free radicals or reactive oxygen species) as a byproduct. This means that our brains need a lot of antioxidants every day to protect against these damaging molecules. We get these powering antioxidants through our diet by eating fruits and vegetables (and supplementing with certain Pharmanex products), but our bodies are also able to produce intrinsic (internal) antioxidants. One intrinsic antioxidant is called glutathione and...

Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. It is estimated that around a quarter of the world’s population (including over 80% of adolescents 11-17 years of age) don’t get enough exercise! It can be tough knowing where to start. Trying to figure out the best workout routine for your busy schedule can often-times be frustrating. If you happen to be stuck at home more than usual, it may be harder to find the desire to work out or stay physically active. Add in a lack of fitness expertise, expensive gym equipment, and limiting meal plans it's no wonder...

During times of uncertainty and change, it is easy to forget the effects these changes may have on our mental health and well-being. A modified work routine, adapting to different family circumstances, financial uncertainty, and much more can play a role in the way we view the world around us and how we go about our daily activities. “With all of the external and internal stressors we're currently facing, it’s not uncommon to feel less equipped to tackle pressures at work and home. As leaders we need to prioritize self-care because individuals are looking to you as the example of...

Even with local programs and community health protocols, we are all at risk of catching a mild cold or the flu. In more dangerous situations is the risk of catching an infectious disease due to the lack of personal hygiene. While the government regulates the cleanliness of a restaurant, they do not impose the same restrictions on individual households. It may seem obvious to most, but neglecting to follow personal hygiene practices can result in negative consequences in your social life, work life, and most importantly your health.

Improper cleanliness may seem like an underlying “personal problem” for the individual...