Sometimes a good night’s rest is elusive. Maybe there’s just too much on our plate. That’s when natural nutrients can be helpful to restore our sense of calm, balance our bodies and improve sleep.
Stress & Anxiety
Healthy Holidays, Here We Come!
When things get busy this season, make sure you’re taking care of you—so you can be ready for anything the holidays throw at you! Learn more about ways to stay calm, focused and energized so that you can enjoy the spirit of the season.
Serotonin & Your Body
Serotonin is a neurotransmitter, serving as a chemical messenger between nerve cells. It’s produced from the essential amino acid, tryptophan. Trytophan deficiency, in turn, leads to lower levels of serotonin in your body. (A tryptophan supplement to try: Jarrow Formulas L-Tryptophan, which helps stimulate the production of serotonin.) Where is […]
Our Stress-Busting Top 5
All stress is not created equal—there are times we need in-the-moment relief and periods of our lives that need more serious support. Here Ashleigh Putnam, naturopathic doctor at our Monterey store, gives us her top 5 ways to beat all types of stress. In the moment “Bach’s Rescue Remedy, in […]
Why Kavinace is a Leader in GABA Support
Gamma-aminobutyric acid, or GABA, which circulates in abundant levels in the brain, is a neurotransmitter vital to controlling our stress levels and our ability to sleep and relax. As the brain’s number one inhibitory neurotransmitter, it’s a major component of the brain’s natural self-regulating system of balance between excitement and […]
The ABCs of Adrenal Health
Are you tired and sluggish? Having trouble sleeping? These are just a few symptoms of adrenal fatigue, which many of our practitioners believe can be the result of a nutrient-poor diet and high levels of stress. Finding relief can be easier when you understand how best to nourish your adrenal […]
Five-Minute (or Less!) Stress Busters
The holidays are coming! It’s easy to get overwhelmed and stressed during this busy season, so take five with these quick and easy stress relievers. Take a walk, breathe fresh air. Sometimes the best way to reduce the emotional intensity of stressful feelings or events is to take a break […]
A Naturopath’s Guide to Treating Anxiety
Anxiety, in all its forms, is a common condition that affects more than 20 million Americans. It can manifest as excessive worry or unwarranted fear, or even nervousness, shortness of breath or a racing heart. If you experience any of these symptoms, read on to learn more about anxiety and […]
Stress Supplements 101
We can all feel overwhelmed by stress sometimes—the last thing we need is to be overwhelmed by the number of stress relief options available. Here’s a short list of popular practitioner recommendations for stress relief, and what they’re good for. Racing mind: L-Theanine This unique amino acid, found in green […]
Magnesium: A Cornerstone of Health
Magnesium is essential for so many things: the beating of our heart, a positive mood, energy production, releasing tension…in other words, we can all benefit from magnesium! Identified in more than 300 processes inside the body, magnesium is a powerful building block that contributes to overall health and wellness in […]