Articles by Dan Stearns
Articles by Dan Stearns
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The Immune Supporting Sunshine Vitamin*
You’ve probably heard of vitamin D referred to as “the sunshine vitamin.” That’s because vitamin D is naturally synthesized by our bodies after our skin has been exposed to sunlight. It’s a process that can work well under ideal circumstances, but for many of us, maintaining vitamin D levels can be challenging... > -
Healthy Aging, Confidence, and Bladder Strength*
Healthy aging is about more than just trying to stay looking young. Instead, it has a variety of more humble facets, including getting a good night’s sleep, carrying through your days with confidence, and yes, maintaining bladder strength.* The last factor mentioned in that list can seem like the trickiest. But it doesn’t have to. > -
5 Ways to Balance Mood and Blood Sugar*†
Balanced blood sugar levels are critical to many aspects of health, but none is more noticeable than the way it can impact your mood and energy. Fortunately, there are some simple things you can do to stay on an even keel... > -
Maximize Your Multivitamin: What to Look for in a Daily Supplement
You may feel overwhelmed by the sheer variety of multivitamins out there on the shelves and wondered what, exactly, you should be looking for. If that’s the case, here’s some good news... > -
Forget the Fish Oil: There's a Better Choice for Omega-3
Many of us are big fans of omega-3 supplements, and why not? They support a healthy heart, mind, and eyes, among other aspects of health. But what are we giving to our best friend? > -
Cortisol: Friend or Foe?
We hear a lot about cortisol, and almost all of it is bad. But cortisol isn't always bad. In fact, this hormone—frequently called our “fight or flight” hormone—boosts our awareness in ways that can be lifesaving. > -
7 Ways to Keep Your Holidays—and Your Blood Sugar—in Balance*†
The holiday season is a wonderful time, but it can also feel like life in general gets a bit out of balance. But just because your schedule may get a bit topsy-turvy, your blood sugar levels don’t have to... > -
7 Simple Ways to Support Your Immune System*
Immune health is very much on everyone’s mind, no matter what time of year. But even though we all want to stay well, a quick refresher of easy ways to support the immune system can never go out of style... > -
What is GammaSorb?
Lately, you may have noticed some of our supplement packages have a nifty, hexagon-shaped logo bearing the name “GammaSorb™.” Examining the box or bottle, you may have briefly wondered what exactly GammaSorb is, and why we’ve chosen to call it out. So a little explanation is probably in order... > -
Ashwagandha: The Amazing Adaptogen
Ashwagandha is one of the most highly regarded botanicals on the planet. But if you haven’t heard about it, now is the time to get acquainted with this amazing botanical adaptogen.
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New to Supplements? Start Here!
Many people eat healthy, but there still may be nutrient gaps in their diet. Building a good foundation of basic supplements can help. Of course, what to look for can feel daunting. Here’s a few simple things to keep in mind… > -
Elderberry: The Berry Best for Strong Immune Support*
Elderberry, also known as sambucus, has been considered one the most beneficial berries for thousands of years, particularly for immune support.* >