Eczema impacts millions globally, transforming everyday activities into hurdles. Far beyond mere dry skin or sporadic itching, it deeply influences life, affecting everything from wardrobe selections to self-esteem. Of course, there's hope in the natural world. Imagine combining the wisdom of … [Read more...] about Eczema: A Natural Approach to Soothing Your Skin
Harmless vs. Pathogenic E. coli
We recently received an odd lab test result, and in our commitment to transparency, wanted to fill you in on the details. This has to do with our new Elk Velvet Antler, specifically the capsules. Our original testing came back with no problems at all. We do that testing long before we ever … [Read more...] about Harmless vs. Pathogenic E. coli
Herbs for ADHD Symptoms
At last we dive into the scientific evidence for herbs that may be able to help with the range of symptoms attached to ADHD or attention deficit hyperactive disorder. In the previous articles we covered both the conventional outlook and treatment of ADHD as well as the more holistic view and … [Read more...] about Herbs for ADHD Symptoms
A Holistic Perspective on ADHD
This article dives into a holistic look on ADHD including the environmental and lifestyle causes and solutions available. The previous article, Understanding ADD and ADHD, looked at the basics of this disorder including both conventional causes and treatment. If you haven’t already, it is worth … [Read more...] about A Holistic Perspective on ADHD
Understanding ADD and ADHD
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are neurodevelopmental disorders, affecting both children and adults, are typically associated with challenges in maintaining attention, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior. However, the narrative around … [Read more...] about Understanding ADD and ADHD
Health vs. Healing
Today’s a bit of a philosophical rant on a topic that’s been kicking around in my body-mind-soul lately. And that’s the difference between health and healing. Now, these aren’t official definitions, but something that I’m seeing out there in the world. Health is seen as something … [Read more...] about Health vs. Healing
About Our Customer Service
At Lost Empire Herbs, we blend unparalleled herbal excellence with heartfelt service, always just a call or click away. Hopefully, our online systems are flawless and you don’t need our support, but it’s definitely here when you do. I can’t say we’re perfect, but we certainly strive to be. Our … [Read more...] about About Our Customer Service
Detox and Removing Mucoid Plaque
The more I’ve learned about health the more I understand that detox is essential to it. When the modern medical profession tends to scoff about detox, renegade doctors and others have dived deep into this territory…and they tend to be the far healthier group! It makes sense that's the case when … [Read more...] about Detox and Removing Mucoid Plaque
Transparency and Verification
We do Independent Lab Testing on all of our herbs. Many of our herbs come from China and India and that scares some people off. There is some justification for that due to shady suppliers. However, there are also very reputable suppliers in those countries. For these reasons and more we verify that … [Read more...] about Transparency and Verification
28 Common Additives to Supplements
Many additives, excipients, and fillers are used in the supplement industry to improve the product's stability, appearance, shelf-life, and ease of use. Pretty much all of these are GRAS, that is generally recognized as safe. They’re regulated by such entities as the FDA (Food and Drug … [Read more...] about 28 Common Additives to Supplements
Herbs that RAISE Blood Pressure
This is the third and final article in a series on blood pressure. In it you'll find about herbs that can raise blood pressure, and how this can sometimes be a paradoxical action depending on the time frame visited. Will also dig into the less common problem of hypotension, that is too low blood … [Read more...] about Herbs that RAISE Blood Pressure
Shilajit Fulvic and Humic Acid Testing
Recently, we received the following comment regarding our Shilajit. “I can understand the fact that the Your 3rd Pty labs don't have the ability to do identity testing on Shilajit. That's fine, but I can't understand for the life of me why on earth there is no testing which shows what IS in … [Read more...] about Shilajit Fulvic and Humic Acid Testing
Shilajit, Bromide and Pesticides
Lately, we’ve been sending off many of our herbs for pesticide testing. Even though few things are certified organic, none of our herbs are grown using pesticides to the best of our knowledge. And that is where our policy of independent lab analysis comes in. Trust…but verify. Laboratory … [Read more...] about Shilajit, Bromide and Pesticides
Herbs for Lowering Blood Pressure
In the vast expanse of nature's pharmacy, a plethora of herbal remedies exist that offer an impressive array of properties, especially when it comes to managing blood pressure, the heart and the circulatory system. This is the second in a three part series on blood pressure. Here we cover herbs … [Read more...] about Herbs for Lowering Blood Pressure
Your Perfect Herbal Dose? More or Less Than You Think
Just like a tailor adjusts a suit to fit just right, you too can find the ideal dosage of herbs that suits your body's needs. This is not a one-size-fits-all scenario. Instead it's about personalizing your path to wellness. Two product reviews came in recently that illustrate this … [Read more...] about Your Perfect Herbal Dose? More or Less Than You Think
Blood Pressure and Hypertension
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects millions of people worldwide. This health concern, if left unmanaged, can lead to more serious conditions such as heart disease, stroke and kidney failure. The CDC states that 48.1% of adults in the USA have hypertension, so it’s a common … [Read more...] about Blood Pressure and Hypertension
Cordyceps and Chronic Kidney Disease
I love that our customers read science (much better than just “trusting the science” which isn’t so scientific at all!) Robert Dell writes… "To whom it may concern: I wanted to let you know how efficacious cordyceps is for chronic kidney disease. A study is published in PubMed showing results in … [Read more...] about Cordyceps and Chronic Kidney Disease
Osteoporosis: All About Bone Health
Osteoporosis is a big word that means some people's bones get weak and break easily as they get older. If you’re interested in health, it’s essential to learn a bit about our bones. Strong bones help us run, play, and do all our favorite activities without getting hurt. Trust me, I know a … [Read more...] about Osteoporosis: All About Bone Health
Testosterone Boosting Herbs for Women
Yes, testosterone is every bit as important for women as it is for men. In a previous article, Ideal Testosterone for Women, I made the case for this. While that wrapped up with some herbal suggestions I wanted to dive into more detail here, giving some specific dosing instructions and details … [Read more...] about Testosterone Boosting Herbs for Women
Ideal Testosterone for Women
Testosterone is thought of as a man’s hormone, but this is ridiculous. It is every bit as important for a woman. While women do have about 10 times less testosterone than men, the facts are that women have three times as much testosterone coursing through their body as they do estrogen. All this … [Read more...] about Ideal Testosterone for Women
Liver Fire, Irritability and Genghis Khan
Here’s an homage to one of the original Star Trek movies. I was never a trekkie but did enjoy that one. Anyway, not really here to talk about Star Trek but a different Khan altogether… This 3-star review comes in from Rodger Lamber for Thor’s Hammer. “Not too sure of this yet. Either my … [Read more...] about Liver Fire, Irritability and Genghis Khan
Maltodextrin: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Maltodextrin is a white, powdery substance that is derived from starch. This multi-purpose polysaccharide starts from natural sources such as corn, wheat, rice, or potato. However, it is ultra- processed to arrive in its final form. It's commonly used in the food industry as a filler or thickener … [Read more...] about Maltodextrin: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly