Wheat germ is most commonly thought of as a whole-food source of vitamin E. While it is one of the most concentrated natural sources of vitamin E, it also offers several other therapeutic molecules, including B vitamins, healthy plant sterols, unsaturated fatty acids, and phytonutrients like:1 Policosanols Phytosterols Carotenoids Flavonoids octacosanols Steryl ferulates With such a rich content of vitamin E, healthy fats, and phytonutrients, wheat germ oil offers numerous health be...

Why Mineral Balance Matters Minerals are the directors and conductors of our metabolism. Without them, we cannot make and use hormones, create antioxidants, deliver nutrients to tissues, produce ATP energy, and conduct neuronal electricity. The electrolytes are minerals. Your body maintains tight regulatory systems to maintain mineral balance. Sodium, potassium, chloride, and calcium are often considered the most important to health. These macrominerals, along with magnesium, sulfur, and pho...

Health-specific supplements certainly have a time and place for various concerns. However, to nurture sustained health and vitality, daily foundational nutrients are essential. Several vital nutrients are indispensable for life - vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients like omega-3s, choline, and alpha-lipoic acid, for example (1). It’s true that all of the nutrients humans need are available from food sources. It’s also true that our modern diet no longer contains adequate amounts of ...

Boron: An Underrated Mineral that’s Vital to Health Boron is a naturally occurring trace mineral found in many plant foods. To date, boron has not been considered an “essential mineral” because, as of 2001, “research has not yet identified a clear biological function” for it (1, 2). A lot of research has happened since then. Perhaps it’s time to reconsider just how essential boron is.. In the meantime, we propose the idea that boron is essential for a healthy...

Nutrients for Blood Health - More than Just Iron Anemia is said to be the most common blood disorder, with iron deficiency being the most common cause (1). Every living organism depends on iron to transport oxygen and make cellular energy (2). Iron’s necessity for life is undeniable. Iron makes up nearly 35% of the earth's mass and is one of the most abundant minerals on the planet (3). It seems unlikely that we’re experiencing an epidemic of deficiency with how prevalent iron is i...

Ingredient Sourcing The most influential component of any supplement is its ingredients. Several factors need thoughtful consideration for each ingredient to come together and produce a quality supplement. Each ingredient’s unique feature influences the efficacy and quality of the supplement they’re part of. At FIQ, we thoughtfully deliberate over these factors for every ingredient we use. 1) Where is it from? The part of the world that ingredients come from matters. American consumers...

Taurine is a semi-essential amino acid. Humans can synthesize taurine from methionine and cystine. It’s produced primarily by the liver, but most other cells can synthesize it, too.1 The process of breaking down these other amino acids to make taurine is very slow, so the diet is our main source.2 Supplementation with additional taurine has been shown to beneficially impact health in several ways. On a mechanical level, taurine plays an essential role in regulating and supporting the struct...

Collagen is a structural protein found in all animals. It is responsible for holding things together. We - and all other animals and insects) have collagen in our skin, hair, joints, tendons, ligaments, organs, fingernails/toenails, hooves, feathers, and wings. Collagen is a tightly coiled protein intertwined like a rope with various layers of twisted fibers. This makes it efficient for forming sheaths to encase tissues, such as fascia, pulley systems that enable muscles to move bone so we ca...

Does the Form of Magnesium Matter? Magnesium is a big deal. It is an essential nutrient for life and the second most abundant intracellular cation within the body. Different forms of magnesium have different actions, functions, and accessibility within the body. This article takes a different approach to the various forms of magnesium and answers the question: “How relevant is the form for health?” Many know that magnesium is excellent for sleep, calming, stress management, etc., ...

Many people have questions about bysglycinate chelated minerals. And rightfully so, it can be challenging to find quality information about it online. We prefer bisglycinated chelated minerals in our formulas over other forms for several reasons, which this article outlines. Many of our staple supplements contain bisglycinate chelated minerals such as copper-, boron-, and magnesium bisglycinate. We believe this form of mineral to be superior regarding bioavailability. Mineral Biochemistry M...

Does Your Vitamin D Have a “Plus One?” Research shows that low vitamin D is associated with inflammation and metabolic diseases (1), so supplementing to add more should fix the problem, right? (2). Not exactly. Many studies show only marginal improvements to health outcomes by supplementing with vitamin D (3, 4, 5)  A closer look reveals that low D levels are a consequence of chronic inflammation rather than the cause (5, 6, 7). In this scenario, supplementing with more vita...

Beef liver has received a lot of attention lately. People are eating it raw, adding it to hamburgers and meatloaf, and/or taking it as a supplement. Beef liver is more than the “latest health trend,” this is an ancestral dietary strategy that, no doubt, helped our ancestors survive. Life Without a Multivitamin Imagine a meal as a hunter-gatherer. Here’s what it would look like If you wanted to snack on some walnuts: Hope it was the right time of year for walnuts to be in season a...

A different perspective on vitamins Vitamins are necessary for life - whether or not we should supplement with additional vitamins remains controversial in the health industry. The literature is conflicted. Some studies say that vitamins do not decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease or cancer ( 1, 2). Several others have proven otherwise. Homocysteine is a great example. This inflammatory molecule can rise to levels that can damage blood vessels, leading to plaque buildup. Maintaining a...

Spirulina is a class of cyanobacterium or blue-green algae that grows in fresh and marine waters in certain sunny environments across the world.1 Spirulina has been used for centuries by many different cultures for its nutrient density.2 The WHO has classified it as a “superfood.” There are many different species of spirulina, but the most well-studied are Arthrospira platensis, A. fusiformis, and A. maxima. plantensis grows in Hawaii and is considered to be superior in cleanliness as i...

What is choline? Choline is a molecule that’s essential for various aspects of cellular function. It is not considered a vitamin because the body can produce a small amount in the liver, but humans do not make sufficient amounts to support metabolic demands (1). Thus, we must consume adequate choline from the diet to meet the body’s needs. What Does Choline Do? Choline plays many vital roles in health and metabolic function. It is an essential component of the most ubiquitous neurotransmi...

Vitamin C from Food vs. Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C is required for collagen, protein, and hormone synthesis (1) and is a potent antioxidant (2). The adrenals and brain are the primary storage sites for vitamin C (3,4). It plays a pivotal role in both the stress response and brain health via cortisol and catecholamine production, respectively (5,6). New discoveries have highlighted additional nuanced roles of vitamin C in sustaining health and life (7,8). In supporting optimal health, the sour...

Recuperate IQ: The Many Vital Roles of Copper. 01Formula IQ has long created health-specific supplements with ingredients that support mainstream health concerns. An appreciated feature of our line is the ease of use - the name of each product is what it’s for. This holds true for Recuperate IQ, as “recuperation” is the purpose of this formula. The ingredients support health homeostasis by re-introducing whole-food-based copper (Cu) and supporting nutrients that enhance its...

Get the Most from Your Omega-3 Supplement Most people are aware of the critical importance of omega-3s (abbreviated n-3) for health. Indeed, many other forms of fat molecules are vital for life, but n-3s are the primary focus, as they tend to be the fat most people are deficient in. Different types of fats have various essential roles in biology. They include: Fatty acids Triacylglycerides Phospholipids Sphingolipids Sterols The n-3s are fatty acids, but we do not consu...

The holidays are a great time of year. Families and friends gather and days are spent with laughter and fun. Even though the holidays can seem magical from afar, up close, they can be stressful for anyone and can cause much anxiety. Physical side-effects of anxiety Everyone experiences at least a little stress and anxiety during the holidays. But, for some people, it can feel overwhelming and prolonged. Continual stress and anxiety can definitely take its toll on your mental and physical h...

By: Mike Casey Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Founder of FIQ, a Formula IQ company @activatebioiq www.activatebioiq.com The Complete Guide to Leaky Gut Syndrome: What is it, why does it happen, and what can you do about it? Leaky gut has recently entered the zeitgeist around gut health, autoimmune disease, proper diet — and for good reason. Today’s western world is full of chronic stress, processed food, and bacterial imbalances. It’s no surprise that as the world’s firs...

When it comes to a health-supporting diet, it’s not just about what you eat. It’s about what you absorb. If you’re not efficiently breaking down the foods you eat, it can’t be used to support health, help you heal, or produce energy. We don’t just absorb the chewed food we swallow. It must be broken down into its individual molecular components. Chewing is the first mechanical step in this process, which stimulates the mouth to release some enzymes to start enzymatic digestion. O...

If you’re reading this article about herbal supplements, you’re likely well aware of the benefits of turmeric. It is the quintessential “anti-inflammatory” herb. So we won’t bore you with the information you already know, and instead, we’ll show you why turmeric is crucial for healthy iron balance via one of its lesser-known implications. Reactive Iron Iron is essential to life, but too much iron or non-bioavailable iron poses a major problem to health. Our body needs to be able to...

Have you ever been told by your doctor or natural healthcare provider that you “have inflammation” or are “inflamed?” “Inflammation has become an umbrella term encompassing a plethora of metabolic dysregulations, but it doesn’t provide much depth or explanation into what’s actually going on internally. Inflammation is directly produced by our immune systems and can be caused by various different types of imbalances. The various sources of inflammation include: Gut imbala...

Adrenal health. It’s a complex topic. Alternative health professionals often label vague miscellanea symptoms like fatigue, digestive complaints, achiness, sleep issues, etc., as “adrenal fatigue.” However, “adrenal fatigue” as a diagnosis is not recognized by conventional medical standards (1). In fact, a systemic review concluded there is not enough evidence and too much variability to confirm the existence of such a disorder and concluded that “adrenal fatigue is still a myth�...

The liver is commonly thought of as the “detoxification organ,” but it’s responsible for so much more. Detoxification is a major metabolic function of the liver, but a more encompassing way of thinking about the role of the liver would be as the “metabolic organ.” Here’s a non-exhaustive list of the metabolic processes that the liver is responsible for: (1) Metabolizes all nutrients absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract prior to sending them out systemically. It stores fa...

Stress- it’s the silent thing that we all deal with on a daily basis. It has impacted us all now more than ever with all of the national news and epidemics such as the coronavirus. While we may not always be able to control the sources of stress in our lives, we can change how we react to them. The good news is that our body is actually designed to experience and handle stress, which is why it reacts to it so strongly. Now more than ever it’s important that we learn how to adapt to elemen...

Adaptogens: Just Adrenal Support or Something More? The term “adaptogen” describes a class of herbs whose primary function in humans is to enhance stress resiliency (1, 2). Many adaptogens positively influence the adrenal glands and their functions via modulation of the HPA-axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis) (3, 4, 5, 6). Studies have also revealed a more widespread influence of adaptogens on the neuroendocrine-immune complex (7). The health effects of adaptogens are widespr...

Health balance is hierarchical. Sleep is at the foundation of the hierarchy. It does not do the body much good to address specific health concerns if poor sleep is a driving factor for those concerns. Sometimes fixing health imbalances are as simple as fixing sleep. It’s easy to jump to a pill, a detailed protocol, or flashy technology to “fix” us, but sometimes, we just need to balance out the foundational things that keep us alive - proper nutrition, hydration, and sleep. Poor slee...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com It’s rare to meet someone who doesn’t suffer from some form of anxiety. Be it a daily feeling of playing catch up or a more serious combination of anxiety and depression, the root causes of anxiety are as widespread as their symptoms. Unfortunately, we live in a culture where our first response to feelings of stress is to self-medicate with alcohol, food, or prescription medicat...

In 2021, it was estimated that over 11% of Americans have type 2 diabetes, and 1 in 3 people are estimated to be prediabetic.1 Glucose disposal agents (GDAs) are being sought out by many to naturally support healthy blood sugar levels. GDAs are classified as ‘natural agents that aid in shuttling glucose out of the blood and into the cell, effectively lowering blood sugar levels.’ While this is certainly better than having high blood sugar, diabetes is far more than just high blood suga...

There’s not much better than a vapor rub/steamer filling your sinuses when dealing with allergies, respiratory illness, or a sinus infection. Why not experience the soothing power of vapors and coat the throat with healing herbs at the same time? Respiratory IQ is designed to do just that. This unique liquid blend offers pungent herbs like horseradish, garlic, cayenne, peppermint, and onion to immediately vaporize throughout the entire respiratory tract. Powerful immune-support agents like ...

Anxiety Overview and Common Q&A's Anxiety can be crippling for many and accompanied by long term health concerns and stress. Even when traditional medications are used, it can be contributed to many long term health issues. Anxiety disorders are now considered to be the most common and pervasive mental disorders in the United States. This is why natural support is needed now more than ever for anxiety and mood disorders that will address the root issue and not patch the symptom. Here are so...

Copper peptide is a naturally occurring molecule within the body. It consists of 3 amino acids: glycine (G), histidine (H), and lysine (K), which together have a strong affinity (attraction) to copper (Cu) - it’s commonly referred to as GHK-Cu.1  In the body, this molecule is found primarily with a copper ion attached.2 This peptide is a vital component of collagen and is ubiquitous across various tissues and bodily fluids. It is found in plasma, saliva, and urine3 and is known to ...

You're not the only one feeling anxious. Anxiety disorders are now the most common mental illness in the U.S. and being referred to as an epidemic. This is especially true in younger people (ages 23 to 38). A 2019 public opinion survey conducted by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) found that 68 percent of people polled felt a combination of “extremely and somewhat anxious” most of the time. What are some additional numbers? The Anxiety and Depression Association of Americ...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com Low testosterone - it’s something no man wants to talk about or deal with, especially in their youth, but the prevalence of low T-levels is increasing due to lifestyle, poor nutrition, toxic exposure, and chronic stress. It has become so serious that over 40% of men who are 45 and older are affected by this issue, and the number of younger men is on the rise, as well (1). Here’...

Personalized Immune Support the Way Nature Intended So you’ve been told you have “inflammation,” “allergies,” “histamine intolerance,” or “impaired immune function.” Each of these states is a response of the immune system. So, which natural herbs and nutrients should you use to address the root of the issue? To best personalize your supplement regime to your unique immune imbalance, it’s important to understand what’s going on with your immune system so you can imp...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com GABA, or Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, is a key ingredient in our SleepIQ and Anxiety IQ supplements for good reason; this neurotransmitter is known to reduce the symptoms of insomnia and anxiety by sending messages in between the brain and nervous system. In fact, it is used in many clinical anti-anxiety drugs, as well as in natural supplements to mitigate the symptoms of ADHD, insomnia,...

Bolstering Immune Function and Resiliency Did you know that the symptoms you experience when you come down with the flu, a cold, or other contagious illness are not caused by the virus itself? The symptoms are the result of your immune system trying to clear the virus out of infected cells.1 We are exposed to countless viruses, bacteria, and fungi daily, but only a select few make us ill. This is because your adaptive immune system is programmed to recognize and eradicate most pathogens be...

Nearly 6% of the population are on prescription stimulants, with the majority of users between ages 5-19 (1). The ability to focus is essential for productivity, but focusing has become increasingly difficult in our modern world. The term “nootropic” has become well-recognized by those looking to enhance focus naturally. These compounds are great for momentary focus and concentration, but their benefits span far beyond the momentary attention-sapn. What are Nootropics? Nootropics are na...

Doomed For Diabetes: Life is short. Eat dessert first. Not so fast. While dessert is great, we certainly should be paying attention to the epidemic in the United States that is actually robbing us of our lives. The average American has a one in three chance of developing diabetes symptoms in their life. If those numbers don’t alarm you, don’t worry they get worse. Another 86 million people have prediabetes, with almost 30% of them developing diabetes within five years. The most concern...

Most people have heard about insulin in today’s health climate. Whether you’re a health enthusiast who enjoys learning and optimizing your health status or you’ve been diagnosed with a metabolic disease, you’re likely aware of insulin’s functions. If so, you can skip the next paragraph. Insulin is a hormone secreted by beta cells of the pancreas that acts in concert with glucagon to regulate blood sugar levels. High levels of insulin (as in type 2 diabetes) and low levels of insulin...

Nearly 1 in 3 people experience anxiety at some point in their life (1). Chances are, you or someone close to you have struggled with it. Anyone who has dealt with anxiety has experienced firsthand the profound influence this mental state can have on the physical body. Each year, over 1 million people visit the ER with chest pain or other major health concerns, only to learn they are experiencing a panic attack (2). It is felt both in the body and the mind. Thankfully, medicine and psychol...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com When children are diagnosed with ADD or ADHD, the learned response is medication. Even for those without a formal diagnosis, it’s not uncommon for unfocused college students to pop pills, such as Adderall, to get through their all-nighters and stressful schedules. As a society, we’ve looked for quick solutions to a much deeper problem of broken attention spans. One of the bigges...

The research is 100 percent clear: when individuals do not get quality sleep, they get slower, less creative, more stressed, and they underperform. Sleep is the multiplier to achieving optimal health. The obstacle is that in today’s society, there are millions of people chronically sleep deprived and paying the price for receiving a low quality of sleep. Most people don’t realize that their continuous sleep problems are also a catalyst for the diseases and appearance issues they’re deal...

Have you given much thought to mucus production? It’s probably not at the top of most people’s health-optimization checklist, and you probably don’t think much about it unless your sinuses produce too much, making breathing difficult. However, mucus is a vital regulatory mechanism in the body. Without adequate mucus production in the eyes, respiratory, genitourinary, and especially the gastrointestinal tract, we would be in trouble. Mucus has many essential functions for ...

For some of us, Spring is our favorite season, but for those who suffer from seasonal allergy symptoms, it can be miserable. Seasonal allergy symptoms during this epidemic can be concerning to us and those around us if not identified properly, as they both are natural immune responses.According to the Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America, 1 in 5 people, or an estimated 50 million Americans, suffer from some type of seasonal allergy.During this important time and epidemic, it’s important t...

Histamine is an essential molecule made by the body. It plays crucial roles in various systems, including wakefulness, gastric acid secretion, immune signaling, and nervous system modulation;1 it acts as a neurotransmitter and is involved in inflammatory processes, vasodilation, and bronchoconstriction.2 Without histamine, our bodies could not effectively fight off pathogenic invaders. It serves as a signaling molecule to mast cells and basophils to activate their immune response, and it caus...

Everyday aches and pains—whether we realize it or not—affect every part of our lives, from our moods to our job performances. The effects of pain can be subtle or extreme, direct or indirect. One of the indirect effects of pain is the plethora of side effects of medications that we take for managing pain. Traditional pain pills can cause side effects including stomach bleeding, kidney damage, nausea, and liver damage amongst countless others. Thankfully, there is another option to both re...

Which do I need and is there a difference?Bone Broth vs. Collagen Peptides Many have used the names interchangeably, however, this can be misleading. Bone broth powder and collagen peptides are both revolutionary supplements that each have definite health benefits. Each contains nutrients that can support different health situations. Bone Broth: An Overall Foundational Superfood Bone Broth is an excellent source of collagen, but it is far from the only substance within the superfood. In additio...

Focus, Clarity, and Memory Unlock your brain’s full potential so you can be "on" every day. The ingredients in Focus IQ promote your ability to focus and sharpen mental performance and concentration. This unique formula helps sustain optimal blood flow and oxygen to the brain while supporting free radical elimination to ensure you perform at your best.* A Complete Ingredient Breakdown for Optimal Brain Health Ginko Biloba Leaf (as 24% extract): used to promote circulatory health and i...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com With concern about cardiovascular disease (CVD), obesity, and diabetes running rampant, many are turning to a plant-based or even vegan diet to combat the intake of poorly processed meat, added sugars, and unhealthy saturated fats that plague the standard American diet. However, by eliminating or reducing animal products, those who are focused on a plant-based diet are often lacking ...

Most individuals have heard many of the benefits of bone broth. However, many do not know some of the additional amazing benefits this superfood has to offer. As well, many believe it must taste bad or salty. Bone Broth IQ has a natural citrus taste with potent amounts of bone broth to offer the superfood benefits with amazing taste, naturally. Here are five benefits bone broth has to offer: Bone Broth supports radiant skin. This superfood contains the structural protein that makes yo...

Overview and how they impact us What is the difference between Dopamine and Serotonin?Over the last few weeks we have talked a lot about anxiety and dopamine, but what about serotonin and how do both affect us? Both of these are neurotransmitters that can play a vital role in depression. Dopamine is tied to our body’s “pleasure center” within the brain. Our body gets an influx of dopamine when we get excited, happy, or feel as if we are being rewarded. But on the opposite end, when do...

Each day, the average person comes into contact with roughly 500 chemicals and toxic substances. Many of which are absorbed into the body through contact or consumption and stored in fat cells. Our bodies have a natural process in which it gets rid of toxins, but it often can’t keep up with such high levels. This can lead to a build up in the body. Built up toxins can cause health problems ranging from minor to severe. The most common toxin-related issues are chronic fatigue and sleepiness....

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com I’m pretty wary when it comes to just popping any supplement. I look for brands with ingredients I can understand, a clear purpose, and either a solution to a pain point or an enhancement to an area of my life or health. Traditionally, I’m a food-first person, and I believe that nutrition and lifestyle should be our main routes to achieve optimum performance in all areas. Howev...

It can be overwhelming when you’re trying to decide on a retail strategy that works for your practice. It is important to remember that retail can not only create a new source of revenue, but it will also improve patient’s outcome and allow them to receive better results from their experience at your practice. Below are some tips to consider when thinking about adding retail to your practice. Sell Products You Are Familiar With When thinking about promoting retail within your practice,...

Understanding The Importance of Digestive Enzymes Many people often ask what the benefit of digestive enzymes are- the answer is simple, without them, our body would not be able to process food. We are not so much “what we eat”, but instead what we digest. That leaves the question, are digestive enzymes the answer to better digestion and gut health? If you are not getting a good combination of the right digestive enzymes to support digestion and absorption of nutrients from your meals, i...

It’s no secret that the coronavirus (COVID-10) has become a global conversation, but what most don’t know is that there are several lifestyle and supplemental things you can do to boost your body’s natural immune system to help prevent against any virus.  The Statistics There were 82,294 confirmed cases of COVID-19 as of February 27, 2020, and 95% of them were in China. The global death toll of the virus is 2,804.  46 different countries have confirmed cases. Aside from Ch...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com Devil’s claw is a root that is making a name for itself in the world of natural pain remedies. It is one of the most frequently used supplements for arthritis, but its abilities don’t stop there. The root, or the Harpogophytum procumbens plant, is found in the Kalahari savannah of southern Africa, and it is dried to produce the supplement that we ingest (6). The plant actually ha...

Health information on the internet - there’s a lot that’s true, more that’s untrue, and most that’s hard to find a clear consensus on. B vitamins are no exception. An old and long-held belief is that vitamin B supplements are derived from coal tar and/or petroleum-based compounds. The claim has been popularized so strongly that some people opt not to consume B vitamins at all. On the other hand, others claim that B vitamins should be a foundational supplement for most people. Consi...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com “Cleansing” is a scary concept because so many companies do it in the wrong way. Diet pills and laxatives should not be considered beneficial forms of supporting the body’s natural elimination processes. However, we do need solutions that actually impact our digestive health in a positive manner, in order to combat the expected toxins and splurges that make their way into our d...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com In this day and age, we’ve all heard of people popping melatonin supplements to help them sleep. Some people experience dramatic results, while others aren’t impressed by the effects. In this post, we’ll unpack the science behind melatonin, who can benefit from it, and the most effective way to feel the results. What is it? Melatonin is a hormone secreted by the pineal gland ...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com Ginger - it’s in your smoothies, on the side of your sushi roll, and showing up in more trendy foods than you can count. People consume it in supplements, juice shots, and even grate the ginger root into their dishes. Rather than jump on the bandwagon without any understanding, we’re going to unpack the nutritional benefits of ginger, specifically the anti-inflammatory power it h...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com Is the mid-day slump a regular occurrence in your life? You know you feel heavy pulling yourself out of bed on a daily basis, and by the end of the day, it’s all you can do to keep your eyes open at a dinner with friends. If you’re someone who is already holding their fourth cup of coffee by 3:00 o’clock and “powering through” a HIIT workout in search of a little more ene...

  There has been a lot of noise around the possible benefits of CBD Oil. With the release of our CBD IQ Gummies, we have received a lot of questions around CBD in general. There is a lot of confusion around CBD and how it may affect our body. It has been just about 25 years since the endocannabinoid system was discovered, meaning we are just not beginning to learn about CBD and its benefits in the body. While the research is ongoing, it is also promising. Let's cover some of the top q...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com   Collagen: you’re pouring it in your coffee, adding it to smoothies, seeing it pop up in workout drinks, and even baking it into cookies! But, admit it, you’ve wondered, “What is this white powder, and why is everyone so obsessed with it?” Collagen is a primary ingredient in our Bone Broth IQ, and its healing properties extend far beyond what the average consumer hea...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com Face it - you live in a world of distractions, and some of them can’t be helped! If you’ve ever struggled to check all of the boxes on your to-do list or multitask to get everything done, you understand the difficulty of focusing on one thing when the world seems to be pulling you in a million different directions. It’s great to work on reducing your stress and extraneous res...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com Burdock root has recently become a hot topic in the functional medicine community, but it’s been used in holistic medicine for centuries! An ingredient in our KidneyIQ, Burdock Root is best known for its ability to detox your blood, lymphatic system, and skin! But before we dive too deep, let’s back up and talk first about the importance of supporting your kidneys and detoxifica...

With contagious viruses being such a hot topic, such as the flu, everyone is looking for natural antiviral herbs and plants that actually work. If you missed our email last week on the coronavirus you can check it out by clicking here.  In today’s time, there are many individuals who choose to get an influenza vaccination or the flu shot. Unfortunately, this is only 80% effective due to the mutating strains of the influenza virus; in addition, these vaccines teach our immune system in a na...

Product(s) Used in: Mood IQ and Sleep IQ Mucuna pruriens is a potent ingredient that promotes elevated mood and libido enhancement (male and female) and one of the best superfoods available. This potent ingredient can have beneficial effects on the body's mental well-being, energy levels, ability to relax and overall weight management. Lifestyle’s today can often get in the way of getting a full night of sleep. Running on Coffee driven by fumes only adds to the problem. Sleeping pills a...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com Whether you’re dealing with the occasional sore muscles or chronic pain, managing your comfort is no small feat. Pain is often tied to sleep disruption and depressive symptoms (3). For those who do suffer from widespread and unceasing pain from injuries or autoimmune conditions, finding natural alternatives to NSAIDs can feel like an impossible burden. Thankfully, our PainIQ supple...

You can thank age for many things; wisdom, life experience—you get better with age. But, along with age comes wrinkles, joint pain, and other issues that you can thank diminishing collagen levels for. Collagen is natural. It’s found seemingly everywhere in your body, from your muscles to your digestive system. It offers many benefits and is almost like the “glue” that holds you together. Without it, you may feel like you’re falling apart.   What Is Collagen? Collagen...

Spirulina is a class of cyanobacterium or blue-green algae that grows in fresh and marine waters in certain sunny environments across the world.1 Spirulina has been used for centuries by many different cultures for its nutrient density.2 The WHO has classified it as a “superfood.” There are many different species of spirulina, but the most well-studied are Arthrospira platensis, A. fusiformis, and A. maxima. plantensis grows in Hawaii and is considered to be superior in cleanliness as i...

By: Griffin McKenzie   Entrepreneur, Health Coach, and Blogger  @griffinmckenzie www.griffinmckenzie.com There is no one solution to weight loss. Weight gain happens for a variety of reasons including hormonal changes, consumption of excess calories, autoimmune conditions, stress, and the slowing of metabolism that can occur as a result of any of these factors. Rather than focus on a change in the scale, it’s crucial to serve your body with nutrients that aid in metabolic processes to...

There is no denying it - turmeric is hot in the nutrition world right now. It’s being taken in supplement form, used as a spice in a wide variety of foods, and even getting made into a drink that rivals your daily latte, golden milk! Whether you’re a turmeric snob or a newbie to the scene, we believe that this powerful ingredient will be sticking around for the long haul. Turmeric is a great example of a functional food: a food that can be used in a variety of ways, for both preventive purpo...

Moringa has become one of the most impressive plants to hit the health market and goes by 100 different names in different languages around the world. The plant is native to the Himalayan mountains and parts of Africa and India. One of the best parts of Moringa is that it comes packed with over 90 protective compounds, including isothiocyanates, flavonoids, and phenolic acids.  To date, there have been over 1,300 articles, studies, and reports focused on the benefits of moringa, finding that...

By: Ali Anderson   Entrepreneur, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and Blogger  www.ali-anderson.com Ingredients: 3/4 cup Coconut Butter 1/4 cup Sprouted Almond Butter 1/4 cup Unsweetened Organic Applesauce 1/4 tsp Sea salt 1 1/4 cup Raw Sesame Seeds (or hemp hearts) 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon 1/2 tsp Organic Vanilla Extract 3 scoops Bone Broth IQ Directions: Preheat oven to 350 and prepare 16 count silicon baking mold sheet (or muffin molds)- if not silicon then ...

It's fall, which means stopping at the local coffee shop for a pumpkin spice latte. Now you have a "good for you" recipe you can make without having to leave the house early. This all-natural recipe leaves out the artificial flavors and refined sugars while providing your body with essential protein and collagen to fuel your day instead- with the addition of Bone Broth IQ. This Bone Broth IQ Pumpkin Spice latte will make you want it every morning. "Good For You" Pumpkin Spice Latte Serves: 1...

1 Serving By: Ali Anderson   Entrepreneur, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and Blogger  www.ali-anderson.com Ingredients: 80z             Full Fat Coconut Milk (with no guar gum added) 1 Scoop      Bone Broth IQ Pinch         Organic Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix (or cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg) Directions: Heat coconut milk in a saucepan on medium-low heat.  As the coconut milk begins to warm add in Bone Broth IQ.  Using a whisk mix the coconut milk and bone broth t...