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Ladies, our lives are filled with ups and downs, work and home life schedules to balance, and if you have children there is that dynamic to incorporate into your schedule as well. Not to mention the almost daily changes in...
What Do You Think of When You Hear “Self Care”?
We’ve all been hearing the term “self care” for quite some time now, and believe it or not it can mean different things to different people. The dictionary says this: “The practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's...
Too Much Stress? Not Enough Sleep? Ideas to Provide Support for Both
The school year has just begun. We’re trying to establish a routine – new wake up times, meal planning, activity coordination, home work, job responsibilities. The list of things you have to do now has grown to almost unbelievable expectations....
The lazy days of summer are in the rear view mirror and now we are looking ahead to another exciting and fun filled school year. But to keep the “fun” in this upcoming year, it’s important we look at what...
End Of Summer Energy With Vitamin B
How many of us sometimes wish we had more energy? Do we schedule more than we have time for OR have the energy to accomplish? And we’re no longer in the laid back days of summer, so maybe you are...
Benefits of Hydration and Supplements for Skin Health
Did you know your skin is your largest organ? And did you know that you not only have to take care of the skin you can see (the epidermis) but you also need to support your skin from the inside...
Welcome to the middle of summer fun! Have you been enjoying back yard BBQ’s, visiting friends and family, taking a little vacation? That’s what summer usually brings for us and why we look forward to this special time of year...
Are you uncomfortable talking about prostate health? Are you aware of the function of the prostate? And why does it seem that more and more men are talking about prostate health than ever before? So what is the prostate and...
Understanding the Antioxidant Astaxanthin
So, have you heard the buzz about this incredible “new” ingredient – Astaxanthin? Well, it’s not really new, but astaxanthin is finally achieving the recognition it deserves as a powerful nutrient that can provide multiple benefits. First, what is astaxanthin?...
Mental Health & Your Gut Health
The month of May brings thoughts of spring and new beginnings – and it is also designated as Mental Health Awareness month. The topic of mental health has really come to the forefront of discussions over the last year or...
Why does STRESS get so much attention?
There is so much talk these days about stress! Why is stress bad for you? How can you manage stress – supplements to take, meditation and mindfulness, exercise, talk therapy, breathing techniques, yoga, even prescription medications? Is worrying about stress...
Enjoying the Benefits of Good Nutrition
We all are aware of the importance of good nutrition and how it relates to good health. This is such an important concept that March has been given the designation of “Nutrition Month” (and also Women’s Health Month). There is...
Feeling those hints of summer? The days getting warmer and sunlight lasting longer? Thoughts of sunny beaches, picnics in the park, shorts and tank tops, pool parties? And maybe thinking about wanting to look and feel your best for the...
February has been designated as American Heart Month and there are many resources available to guide us on ways to support our heart health. But, when you think about it, we should be doing whatever we can to keep our...
So what’s all the buzz about collagen? Everyone’s talking about it. Many of us are buying it. But do you really know that much about collagen supplements, what collagen really is, what it can do (and not do) for you?...
What is stress? Stress can be a noun or a verb, and we mostly look for answers to stress as the noun. One definition in the dictionary says stress is “a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting...
Beginning a new year we often look at it as a fresh start, setting new goals, focusing on our health. Many of us start to look at our habits and how we can develop more healthy habits. We have to...
The Dr. Audrey Series Q&A Format: The Importance of Sleep
Disclaimer: Country Life Vitamins and Dr. Audrey do not diagnose, treat or prescribe. We aim to give you useful information to help you develop your own supplement routine that addresses your unique needs. Dr. Audrey, Naturopath, Master Herbalist and Senior...
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What are Antioxidants, and What Foods Are High in Antioxidants?
With the term “antioxidants” frequently appearing on magazine covers and blog articles (like this one), we’ve all come to realize that antioxidants play an important role in our overall health. However, it may not be clear exactly what antioxidants are and how they help...
Can You Bring Vitamins on a Plane?
If taking daily vitamins is part of your wellness routine and you have an upcoming flight scheduled, you may be wondering if you can bring vitamins on a plane. According to the TSA website, you’re allowed to pack vitamins in both...
When Selecting a Multivitamin, What Information Should Be Considered?
If you’re looking for one vitamin that provides various benefits, a good multivitamin is a great choice. Multivitamins are made up of a mix of vitamins and minerals that are essential for good health. They can help to fill in any...
