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A positive action plan to keep the microbiome healthy and reduce inflammation is all about reducing the American appetite for excessive sugar, salt, omega-6 oils, and processed foods, all of which demonstrably contribute to inflammatory conditions. Diet is very important, and we need to ask patients to cut back on these types of foods, but nutrition alone isn’t enough to …

With a comprehensive line of supplements that synergistically work together to safely and effectively support healthy fat loss, the Greens First® LEAN line of supplements may be exactly what patients need in order to break through the barriers keeping them from achieving their optimal health. It’s important to put a focus on healthy behaviors that prevent abdominal adiposity and the …

Whether patients are trying to lose weight, build muscle, or just stay healthy, protein is one of the most important nutrients they need. Even though most people eating the typical American diet consume enough protein overall, many people don’t necessarily eat the highest quality sources of protein, and as a result, may be deficient in certain essential amino acids. How …

About 60% of patients who visit practitioners are women,¹ which is why Greens First® Female has set out to utilize the latest in nutrition science to create a line of products specifically designed to provide relief to your female patients from the problems they most frequently encounter at each stage of their lives. We’re going to take a look at the …

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It’s important to maintain a healthy balance of macronutrients in order to achieve optimal health. After all, the food we consume is more than just a source of energy, it also becomes a part of us; from the proteins that compose our muscle fibers and constantly-replenishing skin cells to the fats that make up the hydrophobic cell membranes that protect …

Most healthcare practitioners are aware of Vitamin D’s effects on calcium homeostasis and bone health, but the multitude of studies, which show that Vitamin D is effective at strengthening the immune system, have made it clear that Vitamin D has other important roles to play in the body. Vitamin D is able to regulate both the innate (general first-line defense) …

Imagine having a cold therapy machine that maintains a specific temperature throughout treatment and has capabilities to deliver heat and contrast. That machine is the Therm-X.   What is the Therm-X? The Therm-X, a Zenith Technical Innovations brand, uses innovative thermal control technology that delivers localized therapy to your patients. With Therm-X, you can select from Heat, Cold, or Contrast—boasting a …

In celebrating American Heart Month, I’m providing some educational information to help patients during this stressful time. Most practitioners know they’ll be more successful at helping patients meet their health goals if they’re able to motivate them to adopt healthy lifestyles—in this case a healthy heart.  Focus on Heart Health  During this heart awareness period, we have a great opportunity …

As TENS units become increasingly more popular for at-home use between office visits, offer patients an opportunity to learn more about these therapy devices and how they may help provide soothing relief. This ultimate guide post will walk patients through everything they need to know about TENS units, including what they are, how to use them, and how to find …