Anyone who has ordered Just Carrots or RediBeets lately will likely have noticed changes in these nutritious whole-food powders, and some may wonder if something is wrong. In reality, the changes are the result of taking steps in the right direction to make AIM nutrition improvements in a continuing pursuit to deliver wholesome, high-quality nutritionalContinue reading “Positive Changes for Just Carrots and RediBeets”
Category Archives: Nutrients
BioVivify’s Astaxanthin
Introducing BioVivify to the product lineup back in July 2022 put the first nutricosmetic on the AIM map that designates a path to good health. As an inner cosmetic, BioVivify is a dietary supplement that can improve the health of your skin, hair and nails. The primary ingredient is microalgae-sourced, AstaReal® astaxanthin, a carotenoid withContinue reading “BioVivify’s Astaxanthin”
The FloraFood Difference
Not all probiotic supplements deliver good bacteria that actually survive digestion, so the probiotics do not stick around to repopulate the microbiota. What goes in gets eliminated, and that’s waste on many levels! The probiotics in FloraFood are different because they actually increase the presence of three beneficial species of good bacteria in your gut:Continue reading “The FloraFood Difference”
Sugar, Sugar
Sugar is naturally present in the healthiest foods on earth: fruits and vegetables. It’s part of the nutritional mix that includes the essential nutrients and beneficial phytonutrients found in plants. That’s the key to the healthy side of sugar. Whether it is a natural part of the nutrition you ingest or it has been addedContinue reading “Sugar, Sugar“
Looking Back at Blogs
With 2021 about to come to an end, it seems like a good time for a retrospective look at The BarleyLife Blog. A lot of words have come down this turnpike over the years, and you may not have had a chance to read them all. Here are some summaries, each with a clickable linkContinue reading “Looking Back at Blogs”
Inside Edible Plants
The plant kingdom has provided the world’s healthiest source of nutrition since the dawn of time. Today, we know that there are over 50,000 edible plants on the planet. Of course, only a small fraction of those end up in our meals. Just 12 plant sources along with five animal sources make up around 75Continue reading “Inside Edible Plants”
The Cocoa Brain Boost
Most people would like to keep their minds sharp, fearing age related decline in cognition and memory in their later years. Studies suggest that consuming some cocoa or chocolate every day helps keep memories from slipping away. Such research particularly affirms the cravings of chocolate lovers. Of course, the type of chocolate makes a difference:Continue reading “The Cocoa Brain Boost”
Crowding (Cutting) Out the Unhealthy Stuff
The idea of crowding out the unhealthy food on your plate with more fruits and vegetables is another of those “dieting” concepts that appear on the scene on a consistent basis. Introduced around a decade ago, crowding out was considered to be one of the best and healthiest ways to diet. Some considered it toContinue reading “Crowding (Cutting) Out the Unhealthy Stuff”
4 Plant-Based Benefits
Immune System Support Plants naturally produce a wealth of essential nutrients that are not present in other foods. The antioxidants, phytonutrients, vitamins and minerals in plants are vital for keeping your cells healthy, your body in balance and your immune system functioning optimally. A primarily plant-based diet maintains a strong immune system. High-Fiber Intake MakingContinue reading “4 Plant-Based Benefits”
Proper Nutrition for You and Your Microbiota
You may wonder why you have to consider feeding not only yourself but your microbiota. Or is it your microbiome? It’s time for a defining moment. The fact of the matter is that microbiome and microbiota continue to be used interchangeably to mean the different kinds of bacteria, fungi, protozoa, viruses and other microorganisms thatContinue reading “Proper Nutrition for You and Your Microbiota”
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