 We all experience stress from time to time. The release of stress hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol, helps you cope with immediate challenges. But when your level of stress becomes chronic or goes beyond what your body can handle, it can compromise your physical, emotional, and mental health—which can make it even harder for you to cope with future stress and stressors.
Did you know you can control how your body reacts to friendly and not-so-friendly stressors? Finding quick and effective “tension tamers” that turn off the alarm response and turn on the relaxation response helps your body return to normal functioning following a stressful event. Try several of these techniques and find out what works best for you in times of stress. You’ll feel calmer within minutes!
You don’t have to make big changes in your life to reduce your stress level. Just lessen the impact that stressful occurrences can have on you. These quick and simple tips make it easy for you to change your response to stressors and live a more positive, fulfilling life. For more help with living a lower-stress lifestyle, talk to your healthcare practitioner.
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 When you first decide to supplement with fish oils to support your overall health, you may wonder: With so many product options available, how do I know what to look for? Watch for Purity Testing when selecting a fish oil supplement, know there are various forms of testing that can be done to ensure the source meets quality standards. You should feel confident that the fish oil you choose lives up to its purity and potency claims and has been extensively tested for contaminants that are potentially harmful. Here’s what you need to know. Something’s Fishy - Don’t settle for a lesser fish oil. Seek out a reputable supplement company that conducts potency testing in addition to testing for the following contaminants and toxins.
If you suspect a bad fish oil, remember: There are plenty of other fish in the sea! Fishing for Good Health Experience the benefits of fish oil by choosing a quality formula with proof of testing to meet your standards and support overall health.*  If modern life’s got you feeling frantic, you’re not alone. These days, it seems most of us are living in an almost constant state of ‘on,’ pulled in too many directions at once, pressured from all sides, over-tethered to tech and perpetually behind the eight-ball. Amidst the daily chaos, it can be mind-bogglingly challenging to find the respite that your brain and body so desperately need.
While a vacation by the sea or to the mountains always helps, in between getaways, it’s essential to find other ways to unwind your hyped-up mind, relax your too tense body, and feel more peaceful. How to do that without booking a trip to paradise? In a word: meditation. Yes, I know, you say you’ll get around to it when you’re less stressed, when the kids graduate college, when the cows come home, yada, yada, yada. But now, actually, when you’re in the middle of the “Stress-nado,” is as good a time as any to start (or re-start) your meditation practice. Not only is meditation an always-accessible, drug-free stress-buster, you’ll also be gifting your heart, brain and gut with system-wide health benefits no prescription drug can touch. Here are a few ideas to inspire your meditation practice and how to get started: Make meditation your emotional medication. Meditation cultivates adaptability and resilience and reduces reactivity. A steady practice can help you manage strong emotions and ride the choppy waves of life, be they in the form of an angry teenager, a demanding boss, bumper-to-bumper traffic, or just about anything in between. A regular meditation practice helps create a solid, more chilled-out foundation from which you can never be fully rocked. When you start the day from a calmer place, you’ll be less likely to fly off the handle when life triggers you – and that’s good news for everyone in your life. Think of it this way: meditation is medication without a single downside. Meditation will help keep your brain healthier, longer. Meditation also delivers plenty of physiological benefit too. This practice has a remarkably positive influence on keeping chromosomes young; helping to improve focus, attention, memory, processing speed, and creativity; and it may even slow brain aging, counteracting the age-related atrophy that can lead to cognitive decline and conditions like dementia. So, no more excuses, eh? Meditation will take the edge off anxiety and high blood pressure. Meditating is also linked to decreased blood pressure and reduced stress and anxiety, which is why a daily practice “primes the pump” for getting a good night’s sleep. You’ll help trigger the release of feel-good endorphins that boost mood, help curb anxiety and tame pain. You’ll also reduce stroke and heart disease risk. Best of all, you don’t need to retreat to a hut in Nepal to reap the enormous benefits of the practice. Regular sitting for as little as ten minutes a day can have positive effects. With practice, as your sessions grow longer, to 20 or 30 minutes or more, all those physiological and psychological benefits will to! Get into the groove – with as much assistance as you need. As for learning how to meditate, there are many options available. There are numerous books by established teachers and plenty of YouTube demos – all of which are great for getting your toes wet. But frankly, nothing beats working directly with a live instructor, in real time. Building a relationship with a teacher will help you develop and maintain a lifelong practice, and help keep you engaged and accountable through the peaks and valleys. Remember, meditation is a practice – the more you meditate, the better you’ll get at it, so be patient with yourself and keep practicing. For extra support between sessions with your teacher, you can also incorporate an app into your practice. Among them: Calm; The Mindfulness App; OMG! I Can Meditate! and Stop, Breathe & Think and Smiling Mind to name a few. Give brain and body a vacation, any time you need to. When you think meditation, images of ancient holy men in the Lotus position may come to mind. That, understandably, may not exactly be your speed. Feel free to sit with feet folded over your thighs if you like, but you can just as easily settle into a comfortable chair or meditate while standing, walking or lying down. Just shut your eyes (or keep them open, if you prefer) and focus on your breathing for a few moments and that will do the trick. The goal is to to put the brakes on your over-revved system and literally just breathe. You have the time. Seriously. You do. I know you’re probably saying, “But doc, there aren’t enough hours in the day!’ and yes, that’s true to a point. But I’m not asking you to put in hours every day. If you do, bravo! For everyone else, it’s about being creative with your time, and committing to a program that fits into the small slivers of time you do have, right now. Down the road, as your practice grows, you can make more time for meditation if you choose. But to begin, feel free to start small with these tips: 1. At the start or end of your day, trade 10 minutes of time-sucking social media, video games or TV for 10 minutes of meditation. 2. Two to three mornings a week, get up a few minutes earlier to meditate upon rising, before the rest of the family wakes up. 3. Meditate in the car before or after the drive, instead of listening to the news or making calls. 4. On the commuter train, put on a pair of noise canceling headphones, and meditate instead of reading email or the headlines. 5. At lunchtime, pop into a local house of worship and enjoy the silence while you meditate. 6. ‘Book a cushion’ at a drop-in meditation studio like MNDFL, for a 30-minute group lunchtime session.  A ketogenic meal is comprised of approximately 10% of calories coming from healthy carbohydrates such as leafy greens, non-starchy vegetables, and limited amounts of legumes and berries; 20% of calories coming from proteins such as omega-3-rich fish and grass-fed animal protein; and ~70% of calories coming from high-quality fats such as avocado, unsaturated and medium-chain triglyceride oils, nuts and seeds, and coconut. This 10/20/70 ratio is a guideline for the macro nutrient distribution for a given day, including meals, snacks, and beverages. You may recommend a slightly modified ratio based on your physical activity and personal health goals. The diagram below highlights how the calories provided from carbohydrate, protein, and fat differs between a standard American diet and a typical ketogenic diet.  Here are some healthy Keto options:
1. What is the ketogenic diet?
Low in carbohydrates with moderate protein and high in fat, a ketogenic diet prompts the body to burn fat for energy rather than glucose, which leads to the production of ketone bodies—molecules that can be used as a source of fuel. A typical ketogenic diet consists of ~70% fat, 20% protein, and 10% carbohydrates. Though this can vary slightly depending on the individual, this diet is specifically designed to induce nutritional ketosis. 2. What is ketosis? When ketone bodies accumulate in the bloodstream (>0.5 mmol/L) due to low glucose availability, they cause a metabolic state called ketosis. The most efficient approach to induce nutritional ketosis is to lower dietary carbohydrate intake while increasing fat intake. This reduction in carbohydrate intake helps the body shift toward a state that promotes the breakdown of fats (from the diet and your body) to produce ketone bodies and enter ketosis. 3. How does the ketogenic diet differ from a paleo diet, Mediterranean, Atkins? One diet does not fit all—the best diet is the one that you can stick with for long-term. As a lifestyle modification, it should be closely monitored and modified as needed. 
4. What is intermittent fasting? How is this beneficial for someone on ketogenic diet?
Intermittent fasting (IF) limits the eating window to just a few hours a day. However, during this window, one simply eats to feel full. This practice allows the body to increase the amount of food intake at one time, and induce adaptive metabolic changes. There are many different variations of intermittent fasting,and many different reasons for doing so. Some people may experience mental clarity and focus as well as using intermittent fasting to get over a plateau. 5. What are ketones? How are they produced? Ketone bodies production in the liver is a natural process when the body increases the use of fat as the main source of fuel. This occurs during a fasting state and/or prolonged exercise, or when dietary carbohydrates are very low. There are three endogenous ketone bodies. These are acetone, acetoacetate and beta-hydroxybutyrate (βHB). When following a ketogenic diet, your brain, as well as other organs and tissues, depend on ketones as an energy source. Ketones can be measured in the blood, breath and urine, and measuring can be helpful when following a ketogenic diet or program to ensure that the desired level of ketosis is reached and maintained. 6. What is keto-adaptation? How long does it take to adapt? Keto-adaptation is the process the body goes through during the ketogenic diet as it switches to using fat as an energy source rather than glucose. The length of time varies for individuals, but typically starts a few days after being on a ketogenic diet. Within a week to two weeks, many people report positive effects of keto-adaptation, and studies have shown that signs of keto-adaptation (such as increase in fat oxidation) occur within this time-frame. 7. What are exogenous ketones vs. endogenous ketones? Are there benefits to taking exogenous ketones? Exogenous ketones are ketone bodies in either mineral or ester forms that can be ingested as a nutritional supplement, producing acute elevations in circulating ketone levels. Nutritional ketosis resulting from adherence to a ketogenic diet is often referred to as endogenous ketosis in contrast to peripheral ketosis induced by supplementation, referred to as exogenous ketosis. 8. Which patients or individuals would be excluded or not advised to follow a ketogenic diet? While the ketogenic program can benefit a wide array of patients, it may not be suitable for patients with possible inborn metabolic disorders (CPTI or II deficiency; β-oxidation defects [LCAD, MCAD, SCAD]; and pyruvate carboxylase deficiency). Caution should also be used in patients with the following conditions:
Depending on the health goals, the practitioner may recommend a specific time period for the patient to be on the ketogenic diet. There are many people and cultures that go into ketosis and stay there for a long period of time without any negative effects. 10. Can someone just dabble in keto for a few days/weeks? Can they still get benefits? While there is evidence to support the long-term use of ketogenic diets without serious side effects, there are also benefits to just doing a cyclical ketogenic diet. We encourage patients to stay on the ketogenic program for a period of 6-12 weeks as it takes some time for the body to be “keto-adapted” and for them to start seeing results. 11. During the keto-adaptation process, which noticeable changes are expected and what is the “keto flu”? During the keto-adaptation process, many people may experience symptoms of the “keto flu”. These symptoms occur because the body, being used to utilizing carbohydrates as main source of energy, is going through a metabolic shift to burn fat instead. Some people describe this as a feeling of withdrawal. Symptoms one may experience include feeling drowsy, achy, nauseous, dizzy, and irritable. Some may even experience cramping, stomach pains, and muscle soreness. 12. How long do these symptoms last? It varies for the individual, but the keto flu lasts typically a week or less for the average person and not everyone experiences the keto flu. However, below are some anecdotal ways to mitigate symptoms of the keto flu. Increase electrolyte intake, but avoid those electrolyte sports drinks with high sugar.
Ketones can be measured in a variety of ways via a breath meter, urine strips, or a blood meter. The blood meter is the most accurate way to measure the levels of ketones (primarily βHB) in the body. However, this method is more invasive than others, and can also be significantly more expensive. Your healthcare practitioner can advise you on commercially available blood meters to test ketone levels by looking at circulating levels of βHB measured in millimolar (mmol/L) units. 14. What levels should be achieved (millimolars)? While variable among individuals, βHB ranges >0.5mmol are considered the beginning of the range of nutritional ketosis and a range at which clinical benefits (for example to body weight management) have been described. Work is ongoing to understand the optimal range of circulating ketones for different outcomes. 
15. Why is it important to incorporate as we age?
The healthy young brain relies solely on glucose to obtain energy for its functional and structural needs. During healthy aging, brain glucose uptake is 10-15% lower and can be up to 35% lower in certain brain areas in neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s Disease. In contrast, brain uptake of ketones appears to still be normal in the brains of Alzheimer’s disease patients. A common misconception is that the brain can only use glucose. Ketone bodies are the only alternative source of energy for the brain as it cannot utilize free fatty acids (FFAs). Both rodent and human studies have shown increase uptake of ketone bodies by the brain following peripheral infusion of ketones, prolonged fasting, or a ketogenic diet. They observed that up to 70% of brain’s energy demands were provided by ketone bodies available in circulation (blood) and taken up by the brain. 16. Why is it used for weight loss? Ketogenic diets that are rich in fat and low in carbohydrate induce a decrease in blood sugar and insulin levels. A reduction of circulating insulin levels causes an increase in the metabolism of fatty acids (increased lipolysis-the breakdown of lipids) from adipose tissues for utilization as energy. The liver uses FFA derived from dietary source and release from adipose tissue to oxidize and generate ketone bodies in order to meet the energy demand. Ketone bodies in circulation provide a stable source of fuel for the body and the brain, thereby sparing the need to break down muscle protein into glucose as energy supplies. A ketogenic diet encourages the burning of body fat as fuel, as well as inducing satiety between meals. Additionally, a ketogenic diet may help suppress appetite and reduce cravings. 17. Why is it used to prevent cognitive decline? With a ketogenic diet, the brain utilizes ketone bodies instead of glucose as its primary fuel source. This switch can help encourage more nerve growth factors and synaptic connections between brain cells, and result in increased mental alertness, sharper focus, and improved cognitive capabilities. 18. Why is it used for diabetes? Studies have shown that low-carbohydrate diets help support insulin metabolism in the body. This is because the absence of carbohydrates in the diet can reduce circulating insulin concentrations and contribute to glucose control. 19. Will this affect cholesterol? Isn’t this diet is too high in fat for weight loss or CVD patients? The ketogenic diet, as many diets, can positively influence body weight and cardiometabolic health and potentially improve dyslipidemia. Ketogenic diets are by design high in fat, and the type of fat is an important consideration as is the overall quality of the foods eaten within the diet. In terms of cholesterol levels, although there are studies to show that total cholesterol and total LDL cholesterol may increase on a ketogenic diets, more detailed analysis of cholesterol profile has shown the following:
20. Why do athletes use it? Low-carbohydrate, high-fat and ketogenic diets are increasingly adopted by athletes for body composition and sports performance enhancements. There is not one diet that fits all or perhaps most. The literature on ketogenic diets in athletes is limited but variable with some studies showing no negative impact and others suggesting that a ketogenic approach may not be ideal. As the science evolves in this area, current thinking is that the health status of the individual athlete and type of exercise (endurance vs high intensity) they are performing is important. For example, a ketogenic approach has been discussed as being beneficial for those participating in endurance activities, or for those who need to increase power-to-weight ratio, however specific studies in these areas are currently lacking. 21. Isn’t glucose needed for energy for workouts? Carbohydrates only go so far to sustain energy throughout the day, and especially during a workout. In ketosis, your body uses fat as fuel instead of glucose, to provide the brain with a consistent supply of the ketone bodies necessary to sustain physical performance. 22. Isn’t this diet too low in protein for my patients with sarcopenia or who are athletic? Studies show that low carbohydrate ketogenic diet is effective in body weight reduction without inducing lean body mass loss, preventing the risk of sarcopenia. Consumption of approximately 25–30 grams of high-quality protein per meal maximally is recommended to stimulate muscle protein synthesis and slow sarcopenic muscle loss. 23. Doesn’t the brain need glucose to function? A common misconception is that the brain can only use glucose. Ketone bodies are the only alternative source of energy for the brain as it cannot utilize FFAs. Both rodent and human studies have shown increase uptake of ketone bodies by the brain following peripheral infusion of ketones, prolonged fasting, or a ketogenic diet. They observed that up to 70% of the brain’s energy demands can be provided by ketone bodies available in circulation (blood) and taken up by the brain. 24. Will insulin resistant patients need to be on this diet the rest of their lives? Modifying lifestyle behaviour including weight-loss and exercise are considered to be methods in restoring the ability of tissues to properly respond to insulin. Although a ketogenic diet with low carbohydrate intake can effectively improve insulin sensitivity, the duration of diet for which these patients should be on is of healthcare practitioner’s decision. As the patient makes other important diet and lifestyle changes and maintains these healthy behaviours, it may be possible to re-introduce dietary carbohydrates (with a focus on lower glycemic index/load sources) which may be tolerated with improved insulin sensitivity. 25. Isn’t this diet too acidic? Diabetic ketoacidosis happens when extremely high levels of ketone bodies are presented in the blood (normally > 5 mM). Therefore, the blood can turn more acidic. However, during nutritional ketosis you might experience a small, transient decrease in serum bicarbonate in conjunction with mild ketosis which can be minimized by increasing electrolyte intake. Hence the need for following this dietary approach under the supervision of a healthcare practitioner and for periodic monitoring of biological parameters is recommended. 26. Do I have to restrict calories on the ketogenic diet in order to lose weight or just follow the macronutrient plan? What about if I am not trying to lose weight but just want to follow the keto diet? A caloric deficit will allow your body to mobilize stored fat deposits for energy utilization. If weight loss is not a goal, there is no need for caloric deficit and you can still get the benefits associated with the keto-adapted state of nutritional ketosis. 27. I can’t recommend this diet because less than 25g of CHO’s would be impossible for my patients to adhere to. The exact amount of carbohydrate intake to reach nutritional ketosis requires an individual assessment as several parameters need to be taken into account (gender, age, physical activity, insulin sensitivity, among others). Hence, the need for following this dietary approach under the supervision of a healthcare practitioner and for periodic monitoring of biological parameters (see question 19) is recommended. A carbohydrate intake of less than but close to 50 grams per day is acceptable for some individuals to reach a state of nutritional ketosis. 28. How do I count the carbs allowed per day? Are fibre included – do these count towards the total carbs allowed per day? When following a ketogenic diet, it is important to consider the individual when determining the total amount of carbohydrates per day. Several factors will influence the ‘carb tolerance’ of an individual, such as gender, age, physical activity and insulin sensitivity among others. As a general recommendation, you will want to start with total carbohydrates intake below 50 grams per day. This number can be reassessed after the first two weeks to optimize your individual threshold for carbohydrate intake and maximize the benefits from reaching a state of keto-adaptation. Please let us know if we can provide any further information *References available Kind regards The Amipro | Metagenics Team
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 Tennis is a great game for staying in shape. The fitness you develop from a tennis game has an added bonus: It carries over into the rest of your life. By playing tennis, you also improve your functional fitness or your ability to do ordinary things, like carry a sack of groceries in from the car or climb a flight of stairs. The better your functional fitness, the better you can get through all the usual activities of your typical day with ease—and with energy left over for tennis. Exercises to build functional fitness aim to mimic the activities of daily living by working several muscle groups at once. They’re designed to improve your strength, flexibility, endurance, range of motion, and balance, because you need all those abilities every time you do something like pick up a toddler, or reach for something on a high shelf, or carry a briefcase. Because they build overall fitness, they’re also great for your tennis game! Exercises for functional fitness Functional fitness exercises focus on building a strong core and then working several major muscles groups of the body at once. The five exercises I suggest here are a good basic workout that doesn’t require any special equipment—you’re going to use just your body weight. Plenty of other exercises also build functional fitness, so once you’ve mastered these, change up your routine by swapping some other exercises in and out.  The Plank This most fundamental of exercises is key to a strong core—it engages your abs, lower back, hips, and arms. This is the one functional fitness exercise that should always be part of your workout routine, because your core muscles are continually engaged when you play tennis.
 Two-Legged SquatThis is a great functional fitness exercise for building up and coordinating your leg muscles, especially the quadriceps, hamstrings, and calves—the muscles that control your knees and hips. By doing this regularly, you improve your ability to get up and down from chairs, pick things up off the ground, and climb steps. For your tennis game, strong legs give you a strong foundation for your strokes and improve your ability to transfer your weight.
 Push-Ups The plain old push-up is one of those basic exercises we tend to overlook, but it’s great for strengthening your core, your gluteus maximus and the chest, shoulder and arm muscles. You’ll notice the difference when you’re lifting or carrying something heavy or reaching up to get something in or out of a cabinet. You’ll also see a difference in your strokes—strong arms and shoulders are key to good control.
 Bird Dogs Bird dogs, also known as pointers, are great for the muscles of the lower back and thighs and the upper arms. If you do these, you’ll notice the difference in anything you do that requires lifting or bending. You’ll find that you’re more flexible on the tennis court.
 About Robert SilvermanRobert G. Silverman, DC, DACBN, DCBCN, MS, CCN, CNS, CSCS, CIISN, CKTP, CES, HKC, FAKTR is a chiropractic doctor, clinical nutritionist and author of Inside-Out Health: A Revolutionary Approach to Your Body, an Amazon number-one bestseller in 2016. The ACA Sports Council named Dr. Silverman “Sports Chiropractor of the Year” in 2015. He also maintains a busy private practice as founder of Westchester Integrative Health Center, which specializes in the treatment of joint pain using functional nutrition along with cutting-edge, science-based, nonsurgical approaches. Dr. Silverman is a seasoned health and wellness expert on both the speaking circuits and within the media. He has appeared on FOX News Channel, FOX, NBC, CBS, CW affiliates as well as The Wall Street Journal and NewsMax, to name a few. He was invited as a guest speaker on “Talks at Google” to discuss his current book. As a frequent published author for Dynamic Chiropractic, JACA, ACA News, Chiropractic Economics, The Original Internist and Holistic Primary Care journals, Dr. Silverman is a thought leader in his field and practice.
View all posts by Robert Silverman →  Eat, drink, and be merry—and still feel good on January 1? If you make it a priority, you can enjoy the holidays without sabotaging your health and waistline. All you need are some realistic goals, thoughtful planning, and smart choices. Check out these 10 tips for healthy holiday eating to be ready for an energetic 2019.
 You can’t beat the “meal in a cup” convenience of a smoothie or shake. A smoothie or a shake also provides built-in portion control, which can be so helpful. However, whether it’s Instagram-ready or a basic powder-water combo, your beverage should do more than just fill you up on the way out the door. So check out these seven smoothie upgrades—and become a shake master in the process.
 About Maribeth EvezichMaribeth Evezich, MS, RD is a functional nutrition and therapeutic lifestyle consultant. Maribeth is also a graduate of Bastyr University and the Natural Gourmet Institute. Whether she is in her kitchen experimenting, at her computer researching, or behind the lens of her camera, she is on a mission to inspire others to love whole foods. as much as she does. She lives in Seattle and is the founder of Lifestyle Medicine Consulting, LLC and the culinary nutrition blog, Whole Foods Explorer. Maribeth Evezich is a paid consultant and guest writer for Metagenics.
 The holidays involve taking time off work, travelling to see family, and picking out thoughtful gifts. For many, the final months of the year also require careful planning to stay in shape. According to a number of studies, including research from The New England Journal of Medicine, the average person gains one to two pounds between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day.1 Fortunately, awareness and creativity will help you keep the momentum going on your fitness regimen. Consider the following workout tips to stay in shape over the holidays. 1: Make the airport your personal gym.Occupy your time at the airport by taking a long walk through the terminal. Use your phone to keep track of your steps—the ground you can cover may surprise you! Engaging in light activity even for five minutes helps to increase your blood flow and heart rate, so make use of long wait times at the airport by pacing around at the gate. You can log thousands of steps before you board your plane. Celebrate the holidays in style by keeping active amid the chaos of air travel. 2: Stretch in your seat on the plane or in the car.Research reveals that you burn up to 30% more calories standing up than when you’re seated.2 If you’ve booked a long flight for the holidays, you probably know that getting up to stretch your legs isn’t always feasible. (The same goes for driving. While you should plan to stop at a gas station and get your blood flowing every few hours, extenuating circumstances—say, an impending December blizzard—might make this difficult.) However, you can still stretch during transit. Does this sound counter intuitive? It’s actually quite simple. If you are seated in a small space, there are plenty of ways you can work your muscles. Consider the following exercises:
Go into this knowing that parking far is your choice. Those extra steps will add up, and the fresh air will do you good. Another benefit of parking far from the entrance is that you will no longer need to stress about snagging the perfect space. 4: Take advantage of slow times at the office.If your workload is lighter during the holidays, enjoy your downtime at the office. Step outside every few hours to stretch your legs and recharge. Go for a long walk during your lunch break. You could even encourage your colleagues to bundle up and join you for a walking meeting. This time of year is ideal for building healthy habits on the job. 5: Register for a holiday race.From Turkey Trots to Reindeer Runs, there is no shortage of 5 km and 10 km races around the holidays. Take your workout routine to the next level by registering for your local Jingle Bell Jog. There’s no need to fret if you’re not in running shape—many people sign up for these events with the aim of simply getting in the holiday spirit, and they still manage to break a sweat by walking the course. These tips will help you maintain a workout routine during the holidays. In addition to working out regularly, make sure to relax and get enough sleep during this busy time of year. References:
 You probably know about probiotics. They’re the tiny, “friendly” bugs that support a balanced and healthy gut. What you may not know is that their benefits go well beyond gut health!* Your body is full of both good and bad bacteria, and when this delicate bacterial balance is out of whack, probiotics may be your most powerful ally to help restore your intestinal ecosystem.* Before adding a probiotic to your daily routine, it’s important to consider the following factors: 
 With all the benefits probiotics have to offer, there are many reasons to consider probiotic supplementation. Talk to your healthcare practitioner today about which probiotic formula may be best for you.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. |
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