It’s a fact of life that achieving healthy nutrition is a challenge for many people. Guys tend to be among those even more challenged given the popularity of processed foods and snacks as well as fast foods that frequently end up as their go-to nutritional choices. Of course, this goes against the best advice forContinue reading “Five Good for Guys”
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Organically Speaking
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) divides organic products into four categories: crops, livestock, processed products and wild crops.¹ According to USDA regulations, if produce is certified to have been grown in soil without the application of prohibited substances for three years prior to harvest, then it can be called organic.²The problem is that certifiedContinue reading “Organically Speaking”
Earth Day
April 22 is the official date assigned for the annual awareness of Earth Day. This year’s theme is Restore Our Earth™, which is appropriate on a number of levels, notably at ocean depths. Given that 71 percent of our planet is covered by water and the Earth’s oceans account for 96.5 percent of the world’sContinue reading “Earth Day”
Staying Alkaline
One of the ways you maintain good health is by maintaining a slightly alkaline environment in your body. Acidity creates the ideal atmosphere for disease to flourish. The fact of the matter is that the life of all animals and plants depends on the acid-base balance. Determining alkalinity and acidity involves the measuring of pH:Continue reading “Staying Alkaline”
Going the Distance
Shared by Andre de Beer, AIM Preferred Member in Bultfontein, Pretoria, South Africa. I grew up in South Africa with an older brother and two younger sisters. Financially, times were tough. The first time in my life that I had three meals a day was when I joined the army. Although we battled, I was veryContinue reading “Going the Distance”
A Balanced Connection
Shared by Jan Baxter, AIM Director in Waterloo, Ontario. In mid-June during the COVID-19 pandemic, I spent some time at our cottage. After a day of kayaking and biking, I was reading on the couch when a frightening incident occurred with my vision. Some cloudiness suddenly appeared in the lower part of my left eye,Continue reading “A Balanced Connection”
AIM for Making Life Improvements
If you are an AIM Member, you took a step to improve your life as soon as you signed up and ordered nutrition that works. And if you are ready to sign up for a membership in the AIM Family, then you’re about to make a life improvement worth noting. There are all sorts ofContinue reading “AIM for Making Life Improvements”
As Advertised
The enormous influence that advertising has on poor eating habits goes back a long way and directly ties in with the introduction of processed foods. Before World War II, processed foods were relatively unheard of in North America. Feeding armies in battle led to combat-ready packages of food with a long shelf life. It is believedContinue reading “As Advertised”
Exercise Recovery in a Shake!
Shared by Eric Vollmers, AIM Preferred Member in Vernon Hills, Illinois. In February 2002, I was introduced to BarleyLife, Herbal Fiberblend and the rest of the AIM products by an acquaintance. I have my staples, such as the Garden Trio, ProPeas, Peak Endurance and GinkgoSense, and rotate most of the rest. I loved themContinue reading “Exercise Recovery in a Shake!”
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”
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