It's time to ditch drugstore supplements!
Let's talk about how the supplements you are buying at the store could be your hard earned money ending up in the toilet....
I'm amazed how many supplements out there are not only synthetically made, but they have ingredients that are harmful to our health... things like artificial food dyes (have been linked to things like behavioral issues and cancer) , and artificial sweeteners (have been linked to digestive issues, headaches, cancer, and weight gain)
Why do things that are promoted as "healthy" full of ingredients like this?
Some people ask, do I really need supplements?
Modern farming practices and the use of pesticides have really made a huge impact on the nutrients in our soil. It just isn't like it used to be. Therefore, the food we eat is not as nutrient dense as it used to be.
So even if you are eating the healthiest, organic food, you still may need extra nutrition support.
That being said...the same goes the other way! You can't out supplement a bad diet. So don't think that you can live on drive throughs and twinkie's and just take your vitamins.
So, How much of that supplement that you are taking are you absorbing?
When you take a supplement, how much of it are you actually absorbing? Are those vitamins ending up in the toilet, and not nourishing your body like you intended?
Check out this study that was done! Essential Oil infused supplements have a major advantage! The Essential Oil works as a catalyst to help your body absorb more of the nutrients from the supplement that you are taking!
Supplements that are infused with essential oils are a HUGE win. Essential oils improve absorption, assimilation within the body and utilization of all the amazing vitamins, minerals and herbs that we are ingesting with supplements. So ditch the drugstore varieties for oil-infused ones!
We found Young Living Supplements 10 years ago and never looked back! We could tell a difference in how we felt when taking them, and they had the cleanest ingredient list that were above organic standards.
WHY I LOVE YL SUPPLEMENTS
- Pure, clean, sustainability sourced ingredients
- No unnecessary fillers, colors, dyes, parabens or artificial flavors
- Infused with essential oils to enhance absorption, improve assimilation within the body and allow for more effective results
- Convenient to order with subscription options
- Options for daily health and targeted needs
- Formulations are well studied and effective
YL SUPPLEMENTS V. CONVENTIONAL OPTIONS
Young Living supplements are different. Not only are they sustainably sourced, they include only what is necessary for the formulation. They are also infused with essential oils, which improve absorption and assimilation.
This means that our bodies take in more of the vitamins and minerals and are able to utilize it much easier. This is a huge win! We have products that work better, so we are truly investing in our health on a daily basis.
Young Living has a substitute for just about any vitamin, mineral or herbal supplement you're taking!
Not sure where to start? Here are some of our favorites at our house:
- Master Formula:
- This convenient packet is your multivitamin and is great for any adult. You can use this as a prenatal option as well!
- Super C:
- Vitamin C is an incredible health tool - immune and respiratory support, antioxidants and anti-aging. Ditch the drugstore pills and sugary packets for these whole-food Super C Chewables!
- Super Vitamin D
- Vitamin D is an essential supplement! Research has shown tha Vitamin D is a key player in immune, respiratory, mental and emotional health, and that basically everyone is deficient. Adding it to your daily routine is a great habit!
- Super B
- B vitamins are responsible for energy, growth, longevity and mental clarity, among other important actions. They are also not stored in the body, making daily supplementation key. Super B includes all the health-supporting B vitamins that your body craves!
- Life 9
- Digestive health is critical to overall health. More and more research shows us that a happy, diverse set of bacteria in the gut is a cornerstone of overall health and longevity, and Life 9 is a great choice for promoting this! (Mighty Pro is the kid's version of this! EVERYONE including your kiddo's need to be taking a daily probiotic. Gut health affects so many things)
Plus Young Living has a great reward program,
so if you like free stuff, check out their Loyalty Rewards.
Make the switch and see how different you feel!
- Bailey Lowe
Functional Nutrition Coach
(989) 245-5358
Usually, I'm thinking of goal setting, diving into challenges, and making resolutions at the new year...
but going into this year, I've been taking some time to reflect on 2022.
I came across a post that Mel Robbins shared recently with some questions to ask ourselves about the past year.
- What in 2022 triggered positive feelings, energy, and emotions?
- What in 2022 triggered negative feelings, energy, and emotions?
- What are the biggest lessons that you learned this year?
- What do you want to do more of this year?
- What is one thing that you are scared to start because you don't think it will happen?
The answers to these questions are eye opening! I realized how much I forgot about the past year, how much I learned over the past year, what I accomplished, or what I didn't...
So before you jump into a beginning of the year push to be better at all the things...
Go grab a notebook, find a quiet place, and take a few minutes
to answers these questions and reflect on 2022.
You will be amazed at how much clearer things become, and how it will help you stick to your goals by having a bigger purpose behind them.
God has big plans for you this year! 2023 is going to be Incredible!
- Bailey Lowe
Functional Nutrition Coach
(989) 245-5358
Granola's on the shelf at the store have so much sugar and a list of other ingredients that I didn't want. So i found this easy recipe to make at home and fell in love with it. Give it a try!
Christmas Morning Cinnamon Granola
Ingredients
- 3 Cups Old Fashioned Oats
- 2 cups raw nuts (I used almonds and walnuts)
- 3/4 cups shredded coconut
- 1 TBSP Vanilla
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 3/4 tsp sea salt
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon
- 3/4 cup dried fruit (I used cranberries and raisins)
- 3 Cups Old Fashioned Oats
- 2 cups raw nuts (I used almonds and walnuts)
- 3/4 cups shredded coconut
- 1 TBSP Vanilla
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 3/4 tsp sea salt
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon
- 3/4 cup dried fruit (I used cranberries and raisins)
Directions
Combine everything except dried fruit and place on parchment covered baking sheet.
Bake at 250 for 1 hour; stirring every 20 minutes)
Take out of oven and stir in dried fruit.
Put in a Mason Jar with a ribbon and gift tag to give as a gift or make some up to enjoy for a treat on Christmas Morning.
- Bailey Lowe
Functional Nutrition Coach
(989) 245-5358
I wish I could go back and tell my 20-year-old self a few things... but she did alright on her own. She had to learn a few things the hard way and is still learning every day.
Age is just a number! My skincare routine, nutrition, water intake, and supplements look a little different these days… I put a little extra effort in these areas now.
Our bodies can feel and look amazing if we give it the right tools.
A few of my favs for beautiful skin along with feeling amazing!
- Hydrate! Beautiful skin from the inside out. Water water water! Good clean water, not out of plastic, and if you have city water, make sure you have a filter that filters out chlorine and fluoride.
- Essential Oils for my face. A drop of frankincense is your 30’s and up’s best friend! #iykyk
- Gua sha stone with my fav Beauty Boost Serum. It’s a game changer and just feels boujee
- Collagen! My new fav to add to any drink for some beauty from within. And your hair, nails, joints, and Gut health will like this too.
- Sulfurzyme is my fav MSM supplement! I have noticed a huge difference in my skin, hair, and nails with this one.
- Antioxidants - We all of heard the buzz of antioxidants. But here is a visual. When an apple is cut open, it begins oxidizing (aging) so we want all the antioxidants to keep us feeling great and fighting that oxidation process.
So if you are like me and are seeing a lot of the clothes you wore in high school coming back into style, it’s time to start giving your skin some extra love.
Click the links above to read more on each of these! And add some to your routine!
Can't wait to hear how different you feel and the results you see!
- Bailey Lowe
Functional Nutrition Coach
(989) 245-5358
Sharing a fun recipe that we love to make at our house! Who doesn’t love dinosaur shaped gummies?
Most of the Jello, Gummy Bears, and Fruit snacks out there have ingredients like artificial food dyes, artificial flavors, GMO ingredients, and more.
We know that those ingredients are harming our health, so let's have some fun in the kitchen and make our own!
Ingredients
- 1 & 1/2 cup of Juice - a lot of juices out there have dyes and flavors too! So make sure to get a clean organic option! We used 1 cup of organic apple cider and 1/2 cup of Ningxia Red (my way of getting some extra antioxidant power in there)
- 4 Tbsp Grass-fed Gelatin (great for your gut health)
- 2 TBSP Honey
Warm juice on the stove top until warm (do not boil) You don’t want to cook out all those good antioxidants.
Slowly whisk in Gelatin to avoid clumps.
Whisk in honey and poor in silicone molds and refrigerate for an hour
Pop out of the molds and enjoy a fun jiggly treat!
Watch the Recipe Video HERE
It’s a total mom win when something fun and yummy is healthy too!
Let me know if you give this recipe a try!
Can't wait to hear what molds you find for yours!
- Bailey Lowe
Functional Nutrition Coach
(989) 245-5358
