When we are faced with stress, our adrenal glands release a large amount of cortisol trying to calm down that excess adrenaline that we feel. This is considered Stage 1 adrenal dysfunction. Eventually, if stress doesn’t decrease, we burn out and feel exhausted. At this point we don’t feel any motivation to do anything, it
The holiday season can definitely be a busy and overwhelming time for everybody. The hustle, bustle, and the go-go-go can make it really hard to stick with our healthy eating. There are more get-togethers, more times when you will eat out in restaurants or eat in a rush, and our well-intentioned healthy eating plan goes
The vitamin industry can feel overwhelming. With so many options, how can you trust that the products you’re taking are well-studied, thoughtfully formulated, and capable of delivering the benefits they promise? At Wise Vitality, we prioritize providing high-quality, professional products that you can trust. That’s why we’ve partnered with experienced Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) to create
Looking for an excellent option to manage hunger? Collagen might just be your secret weapon! With zero carbohydrates, it doesn’t stimulate insulin release, making it a fantastic choice for weight loss. But does the type of collagen matter? Is the dose important? Yes! & Yes! Most studies on collagen and weight loss focus on bovine
Arthritis can be one of the most disabling diseases in developing countries. All joints contain cartilage that cushions and protects them. When cartilage breaks down with old age or from past injuries, bone articulates with bone, leading to pain and reduced joint function. Did you know that arthritis affects over 350 million people worldwide? That’s
Collagen is a major protein found in our tissues, including skin, hair, nails, tendons, cartilage, and bones. It works with other ingredients to maintain skin elasticity, and therefore it is considered a powerful anti-aging ingredient. Pollution, sun exposure, injury, and aging can all cause collagen in the skin to break down and lead to changes
Collagen has amazing healing abilities. Not only is collagen the most abundant protein found in our bodies—in our muscles, tendons, cartilage, bones, and skin. But also, a collagen supplement helps to increase your own body’s collagen level and stimulates internal collagen production at a wound site (i.e., surgery site). This makes collagen supplementation an excellent
In recent years, it has become clear that vitamin D deficiency is a common health concern. Studies show that this can occur in up to 40–50% of the population. Vitamin D deficiency can cause accelerated bone loss, increased fractures in the elderly, an increased risk of catching the flu and other infections, and an increased
Some solid research on vitamin D was published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. The new research confirms the case made by some specialists that vitamin D is a powerful cancer preventive and most people should get more of it. “The findings … are a breakthrough of great medical and public health importance,” according
