Personally, my preferred method of taking herbs is a tincture, because they are so simple and easy to use. Squirt it in your mouth and you’re done. This is easier than mixing powders into some sort of drink. Capsules are easy too, but still not as easy as tinctures in my opinion. And with any sort … [Read more...] about How to Make a Liquid Suspension [Elderberry]
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Kettlebell Athlete Case Study: Spartan Formula
John Martin shares the following extremely detailed results from his workouts using Spartan Formula and not using it. What he found was an amazing difference in results. In his own words: “I'm a professional level kettlebell sport-lifter and have been using the Spartan Formula with excellent … [Read more...] about Kettlebell Athlete Case Study: Spartan Formula
Natural Treatment For Diabetes-Induced Erectile Dysfunction
Diabetes is one of the leading causes of ED. It is estimated that somewhere between 35%-75% of men with diabetes will have some erectile dysfunction issues, whereas the general population is at only 26%.[1] Furthermore, those with diabetes tend to suffer symptoms of ED at younger ages than those … [Read more...] about Natural Treatment For Diabetes-Induced Erectile Dysfunction
Should You Take Herbs When Fasting?
Is it okay to take herbs while fasting? This question has been popping up a lot lately. For example, Craig asked us the following: “In Upgrade Your Growth Hormone you recommend fasting. When fasting, is it okay to take herbs? For most herbs, you recommend taking them twice a day, so I'm not sure … [Read more...] about Should You Take Herbs When Fasting?
How to Pronounce Names of Herbs
How do you pronounce... Tongkat Ali, Shilajit, He Shou Wu, Ashwagandha, Eleuthero, Dong Quai, Cistanche, or our other herbs? Watch this video to learn how to properly pronounce these herbs, plus find a complete list below. Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia) Shilajit He Shou … [Read more...] about How to Pronounce Names of Herbs
Top 5 Tips for Boosting Testosterone Naturally
Here is my list of the top 5 tips to increase testosterone naturally. While testosterone replacement has it's place, it really should not be explored until all natural methods have been exhausted. As mentioned, these are some of the tips that helped me to get 992 ng/dL total … [Read more...] about Top 5 Tips for Boosting Testosterone Naturally
Shelf Life: How Long Do Herbs Last?
Do Herbs Have a Shelf Life? These are common questions we’re asked. And, as with many things, the answer is a bit complicated, depending on a variety of factors. Depends on the herb Depends on how it is stored More specifically, depends on access to light, air, and heat. Herbs Don’t … [Read more...] about Shelf Life: How Long Do Herbs Last?
5 Ways to Naturally Maintain Stronger Erections
I recall the sound of my mother’s voice slicing through the air, “Don’t slouch. Stand up straight boy and elevate your chest.” Males of all ages struggle with this basic, instinctual practice. Living in a time of instant gratification, antagonistic environmental exposure, dizzying distractions … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Naturally Maintain Stronger Erections
How to Get a Legendary Body
How does one achieve a legendary body? It all starts with making healthier choices and creating better habits. There are tons of ideas out there on how to get in the best shape—and perhaps we make getting and staying in shape much more complicated than it should be. Using scientific evidence, … [Read more...] about How to Get a Legendary Body
Herbs for Weight Loss
Before we dive into the details of using herbs for weight loss, there is something very important I want you to understand... If you’re looking for an herb that will 'auto-magically' help you shed 30 pounds overnight, I'm here to tell you, it's not going to happen. Herbs can and will provide … [Read more...] about Herbs for Weight Loss
What the Future Holds
The Will to Win Kid-n-Play When I was a kid growing up, futuristic sci-fi was always a staple in my list of "favorites" stable. All Grow'd Up Today and as an adult, I particularly enjoy subjects about the future especially as they relate to health, anti-aging and longevity medicine. If you've … [Read more...] about What the Future Holds
Shilajit and Heavy Metals Toxicity
Mike Adams of Natural News recently put out an article regarding shilajit heavy metals toxicity that many of our customers saw, raising their concerns. For those of you not familiar with the article, here's a link to the original piece. Here we answer the claims and concerns put forth in that … [Read more...] about Shilajit and Heavy Metals Toxicity
Tonic Herbs as a Source of Primal Nutrition
Everything old is new again. - Peter Allen Today with big groups of people moving towards hunter-gather, ancestral and paleo nutrition, there has been a shift to look back at our ancient roots to discern what the best ways to eat are. I like to think about nutrition outside the lens of a … [Read more...] about Tonic Herbs as a Source of Primal Nutrition
Cold and Hot Water Digestion
In Ayurveda one of the terms used is Agni, which refers to the “digestive fire”. It is really likened to an elemental force of fire that not only breaks down our food, but aids in spreading warmth to the rest of the body. Of course it is not actual fire, but a metaphor. Yet in the West, ice … [Read more...] about Cold and Hot Water Digestion
What I Gathered at the 2015 International Herb Symposium – Part 2
If you missed Part 1, click here to read it. Adaptogens: Herbs for Strength, Stamina and Stress Relief It was my great pleasure to attend this lecture by one of the authors of the book with the same name as above, David Watson. That book was one of the first books we used for reference when we … [Read more...] about What I Gathered at the 2015 International Herb Symposium – Part 2
Why Cholesterol is Important
Cholesterol receives a negative reaction from most people; therefore, it comes as a surprise to many that our bodies naturally produce cholesterol. Produced in our liver, cholesterol is vital to our health and serves three main purposes: Aids in the production of sex hormones Building block … [Read more...] about Why Cholesterol is Important
Five Important Hormones for Men’s Health
When it comes to men’s hormones, we can keep it relatively simple. It’s all about more testosterone and less estrogen. In other articles, we’ll be going into more detail about other hormones like cortisol, insulin, and the thyroid hormones, which interact mostly the same among men and women. But … [Read more...] about Five Important Hormones for Men’s Health
He Shou Wu Megadosing – Premiere Anti Aging Herb
He Shou Wu is something most people haven't heard of yet, but it's actually one of the most powerful anti-aging herbs in Chinese medicine. It is known as one of the best kidney fortifiers, but that doesn't mean it only helps the kidneys. In Chinese medicine the kidneys are the storage of the Jing … [Read more...] about He Shou Wu Megadosing – Premiere Anti Aging Herb
Athlete Herbal Profile – Aaron “Tex” Johnson
Training schedule Tex is currently working hard for his black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. But he, like most of us, still has a day job and so can’t train as much as he would like too. But working as a trainer at a UFC gym he gets to impart his knowledge and stay in that state of mind. On most … [Read more...] about Athlete Herbal Profile – Aaron “Tex” Johnson
Cricket Protein Enhancer Post Workout Shake
In today's video I'll make a special workout shake with our new Cricket Flour Protein Powder. Even though I use Nutribullet in the video below, any kind of blender will do for this purpose. This is what goes into it: About two cups of water, I like it a bit warmer. If you put the water … [Read more...] about Cricket Protein Enhancer Post Workout Shake
Ep12: Hormonal Q&A
This is our first question and answer specific podcast. We just put up this page last week where you can ask questions for future podcast episodes. And we got tons of them in. In this podcast all the questions have to do with hormones and our hormonal herbs. All these questions are posted … [Read more...] about Ep12: Hormonal Q&A
Ep10: Get Familiar With Shilajit With Dr Jay
Whether you've never heard of shilajit before, or already know a lot, you'll learn plenty from this interview with Ayurvedic expert Dr. Jay. I know I did! Whole Plant Extracts vs. Isolated Nutrients The Mythical Story of Shilajit Why Shilajit is the Only Substance on the Planet that can … [Read more...] about Ep10: Get Familiar With Shilajit With Dr Jay