Should everyone take a probiotic?
A—DANA JAMES, triple certified nutritionist & DANIELA TURLEY, medical herbalistProbiotics and gut health are hot topics right now, so we reached out to two CB experts to get their opinions. Read more
Don’t you just want to stay in bed forever these days? There’s no doubt that the dark days of winter can bring you down. Energy’s lacking, viruses take their toll, and your mood isn’t what it would be on a perfectly warm, sunny day in June. Read more
I am a supplement junkie. On any given day you can see me taking anywhere from 5-10 different vitamins or herbs. When I walk down the vitamin and supplement aisle at Whole Foods I read the labels and I’m convinced I need to add them all to my daily routine. Read more
Walk down the vitamin and supplement aisle of a grocery store or pharmacy and you may find yourself overwhelmed by all the options. There are literally hundreds. Read more
Now that we’re past the season of indulgence and parties, it’s the perfect time for a detox program. Food, stress, environmental factors, and chemicals can all cause toxic buildup in the body. Read more
The holidays are upon us! Parties, celebration, alcohol, festive food, more alcohol, and an abundance of holiday cheer. How does one navigate through these next few weeks and the inevitable increase in alcohol consumption? Read more
We trust pretty much everything nutritionist Corina Crysler says, from detox to hormones. Plus, as co-founder and formulator of GliSOdin Skin Nutrients, she’s a supplement expert: Read more
A few weeks ago, we sat down with Corina Crysler, an expert nutritionist and founder of GliSOdin. We peppered her with questions about nutricosmetics (what the heck is with this trend?) and filmed the whole thing: Read more
Hit the gym? Check. Exfoliate all those newly-exposed limbs? Check. Sunscreen? Absolutely. Summer preparation and protection is in full swing, and along with all the usual suspects, there are tons of herbal remedies—for hay fever, sunburn, over-taxed livers, and more. Read more
At Charlotte’s Book, we’re serious about our supplements: you are what you eat, after all. We were surprised to see this recent New York Times video portraying a fish oil market where oxidation causes the quality of fish oil to deteriorate—apparently, New Zealand has a particular problem with sub-par product, with 83% of fish oils on the market below standard. Read more
Herbal supplements are quickly becoming a popular alternative to traditional medicines to cope with, and even cure, everyday ailments such as anxiety, depression, lack of focus, stress, and common viruses, like the cold or flu. Read more
Did you know that about 5% of the U.S. population becomes so impaired every winter they meet the criteria for SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)? Read more
