How to Look Deeper into Underlying Problems Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is a topic that often carries a veil of discomfort and frustration. Dennis, one of our readers, openly shared his struggles with ED in a comment on our article, "5 Factors in Erectile Dysfunction." His frustration with trying … [Read more...] about Beyond Products: When to Look Outside of Herbs
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Become Smarter, Calmer and Stronger with Natural Biohacking
E40: When Shift Happens Podcast with Kevin Follonier Whether you've faced challenges like low energy, diminished libido, feelings of depression or anxiety, persistent insomnia, or the burden of chronic stress, or if you're on a quest to unlock the keys to a life that sharpens your intellect, … [Read more...] about Become Smarter, Calmer and Stronger with Natural Biohacking
Cistanche as Natural Selective Androgen Receptor Modulator (SARM)
SARM’s or Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators are now popular in bodybuilding. For better or worse, this group tends to push the boundaries on performance and biohacking. The term refers to compounds that have similar anabolic properties to anabolic steroids but with reduced androgenic … [Read more...] about Cistanche as Natural Selective Androgen Receptor Modulator (SARM)
GI Upset with Herbs
Many people report digestive upset when taking herbs. This article will dive into why that is, and how to work around it. Gastrointestinal (GI) disturbances can take make forms such as: Bloating Gas Constipation Loose stools or diarrhea Heartburn Nausea Abdominal pressure … [Read more...] about GI Upset with Herbs
Losing Stubborn Fat
Roberto is one of our top customers hailing all the way from Switzerland. Below he shares something that many people have in common, struggling against stubborn fat especially in the belly area. Hi Logan I do boxing, fitness but I can't loose my belly fat. Something I'm doing wrong, I sit … [Read more...] about Losing Stubborn Fat
Women’s Results with Pine Pollen
Weeks back I sent out a survey asking for women’s experiences using Pine Pollen. This has a strong reputation as a men’s herb, but this shouldn’t necessarily be so. So I wanted to share some of the positive experiences we heard about. Let’s start with Pine Pollen Tincture, which even we … [Read more...] about Women’s Results with Pine Pollen
Plastics and Flame Retardants Exposure
A couple questions today regarding exposure to hormone disrupting chemicals. “Interested in your thoughts about water while living abroad and traveling. At home I have spring water delivered in glass jars to avoid plastics. I’m in Mexico for the next four months at the moment - not advisable to … [Read more...] about Plastics and Flame Retardants Exposure
How to Take Ashwagandha
The recommended dosage is a dropperful (about 30 drops) twice per day or as directed by your medical professional. Feel free to use more or less than this as you see fit. The best option is to squeeze this under your tongue and let it sit there for 15-30 seconds before swallowing. The … [Read more...] about How to Take Ashwagandha
New Study: 81% have Glyphosate in Urine
Sometimes the CDC publishes some good science. You certainly got to be careful with the difference of when they’re acting as a PR front, versus an actual scientific organization. And the regulatory capture certainly comes through in this report, but the DATA is what is most interesting. The … [Read more...] about New Study: 81% have Glyphosate in Urine
Are Phytoestrogens Dangerous or Healthy?
So many things in the health and nutrition world are confusing. Why is this? First of all, biology, dealing with living systems, is far more complex than physics or engineering where things tend to work the same. This sometimes is referred to as the difference between complex and … [Read more...] about Are Phytoestrogens Dangerous or Healthy?
Post-Finasteride Syndrome
“He’s the best physician that knows the worthlessness of most medicines.” – Benjamin Franklin Like bloodletting and mercury used in Franklin’s day. Like ____ today. You can fill in the blank with many medicines...but let’s look at one class today that I personally think belongs here. Mostly in … [Read more...] about Post-Finasteride Syndrome
Bacopa Sleep Study
A recent study, published this October, came across my desk… Effects of a Bacopa monnieri extract (Bacognize®) on stress, fatigue, quality of life and sleep in adults with self-reported poor sleep: A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study I’ll start with some critiques. I’m … [Read more...] about Bacopa Sleep Study
Ashwagandha vs. Tongkat Ali (Which Is Best For You?)
Ashwagandha and Tongkat Ali are two of our most popular herbal supplements here at Lost Empire Herbs and two very important hormone-supporting herbs! Before we go further, I need you to understand that half of what I'm talking about here applies to any Ashwagandha or Tongkat Ali out there on the … [Read more...] about Ashwagandha vs. Tongkat Ali (Which Is Best For You?)
Sweepstakes Giveaway
We have partnered up with FindKeep.Love to help put together this HUGE SWEEPSTAKES GIVEAWAY. Don't miss out - Enter to WIN! … [Read more...] about Sweepstakes Giveaway
Hundreds of Healing Modalities
Modern medicine would have you believe that there’s only a couple options for taking care of your health, namely surgery and drugs. While those certainly have their place, they’re the tip of the iceberg when it comes to true health! I mean doctors used to go as far as saying that diet had … [Read more...] about Hundreds of Healing Modalities
Lost Empire Herbs VIP Program
Did you know we have a VIP Program at Lost Empire Herbs? Many of our new customers are unaware of this, so I figured I should write a short post and make a video to explain all the details! Lost Empire Herbs VIP Program https://youtu.be/JJ3YVGy8SqU How Do You Become a VIP? Good question... … [Read more...] about Lost Empire Herbs VIP Program
Evolutionary Herbalism Book Review
My primary teacher in the realm of herbalism is Sajah Popham. As such, I thought it would be great to review his book published last year, Evolutionary Herbalism: Science, Spirituality, and Medicine from the Heart of Nature. Here is the chapter breakdown: Part 1: The Light of Nature … [Read more...] about Evolutionary Herbalism Book Review
How to NOT Get Sick: Part I
Being sick is no fun! So if we can avoid it, all the better. While all cases of illness suck, in this post I’m focusing on the common cold and flu that goes around especially during the winter season. I remember being sick quite often as a kid. But in my adult life, as I began studying health … [Read more...] about How to NOT Get Sick: Part I
The BEST of 2019
I always find it useful to reflect back on time as I plan out the future. And here at Lost Empire Herbs, it's no different. So in this post, I want to share some of the "best of the best" that took place this past year. New or Improved Herbs The only brand-new herb we released this year was … [Read more...] about The BEST of 2019
The Feelable Effects of Our Herbs
Part of the idea of performance herbalism is for you to be able to feel what the herbs do for you right away. Knowing that they’re doing something in the background, below conscious perception, is fine but isn’t it best to have things work so great you can feel it instantly? Many of the herbs … [Read more...] about The Feelable Effects of Our Herbs
Why I’m Losing Faith in Science
Over the past few months, ever since the results of my most recent blood test, I've dove deep into studying certain hormones and related compounds to understand them better. This resulted in six different articles covering three compounds: Estrogen for Men Sex Hormone Binding Globulin … [Read more...] about Why I’m Losing Faith in Science
The Basics and Benefits of Dihydrotestosterone (DHT): Part I
Read Part 2 Read Part 3 Everyone has heard of testosterone. But few are familiar with dihydrotestosterone. Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is an endogenous androgen sex steroid and hormone. The enzyme 5α-reductase catalyzes the formation of DHT from testosterone in certain tissues including … [Read more...] about The Basics and Benefits of Dihydrotestosterone (DHT): Part I