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This blog covers a wide range of Wellness Lifestyle topics including shopping, cooking, eating, managing stress, exercise, sleep, family, relationships, mental health, spiritual health, supplements, and more.

We hope you find them encouraging and helpful as you progress along your personal wellness journey.


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Consumer Wellness Trends for 2024

date icon  11/25/23

In the ever-changing world of consumer wellness, staying on top of trends can be interesting for companies and individuals looking to improve their well-being. As we approach 2024, a host of new products and services that will revolutionize the wellness industry are on the way.


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5 Simple and Healthy Things You Can Do Over the Holidays

date icon  11/18/23

The holiday season often disrupts routines, making it challenging to prioritize health. However, with a proactive mindset, you can take control of your well-being during Thanksgiving or Christmas travels. Here are five things you can do, no matter your holiday plans.

Balanced Living  Exercise  Hydration  Nutrition  Sleep  Stress  


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Your Diet is More Than What You Eat

date icon  11/11/23

In pursuing a healthy lifestyle, we often focus on the nutritional content of our meals and the physical activities we engage in. However, true well-being extends beyond the realm of food and exercise. Your overall diet encompasses what you eat and what you feed your mind and soul. Let's delve into the diverse dimensions of this holistic approach to well-being.


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Exploring the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Health Care

date icon  11/04/23

In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised as something new to revolutionize the industry. AI's capacity to enhance diagnostic accuracy, streamline administrative operations, and reduce costs heralds a promising future for healthcare. These advancements improve patient care, making it more efficient and individualized while promising to increase accessibility and affordability.


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Understanding the Difference Between Fat-Soluble and Water-Soluble Vitamins

date icon  10/28/23

Vitamins are micronutrients important in maintaining our overall health and well-being. They are required for various bodily functions, including immune support, energy production, and healthy appearance. There are two main categories of vitamins: fat-soluble and water-soluble. Learn the differences between these two categories and their significance.

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Supplements  


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The Importance of Good Dental Hygiene

date icon  10/21/23

Dental health is not always the highest on the list when prioritizing our medical needs, but the consequences of neglecting your dental health can have severe effects and be avoided. Maintaining dental hygiene is crucial for maintaining a beautiful smile, but dental hygiene also impacts and reflects your overall well-being.

Disease  Hygiene  


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The Importance of Eye Health

date icon  10/14/23

Many people only realize the importance of caring for their eyes once they start experiencing problems. Proper eye care not only helps prevent vision problems but also reduces the risk of serious conditions. Adopting simple habits can improve your eye health and maintain clear, comfortable vision for years.


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How to Maximize Your Gains by Working with a Dietitian or Nutritionist

date icon  10/07/23

Have you ever felt overwhelmed with the plethora of nutrition advice, not knowing which is right for you? Enter the world of dietitians and nutritionists, trained experts who decipher complex nutritional science, tailoring it to suit individual needs.

Nutrition  


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Vitamin C: What You Need To Know

date icon  09/30/23

Vitamin C can reduce the duration and severity of common cold symptoms by an average of 8% in adults and 14% in children. But this doesn't even scratch what this nutrient can do for the human body. It's no wonder Vitamin C (also known as L-ascorbic acid) is one of the most widely known and taken supplements.

Supplements  


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Exploring Chiropractic Medicine

date icon  09/23/23

In this guide, we'll explore the different techniques and benefits you can expect when booking a chiropractor appointment. We'll also debunk some common misconceptions about chiropractic medicine to set the record straight about this important wellness topic.

Education  


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Evaluating Your Health Insurance Plan: What to Look For

date icon  09/16/23

The United States is one of the most expensive countries in the world regarding healthcare costs. In 2021, healthcare spending reached $4.3 trillion. That's the same as $12,900 per person every year. The health insurance plan you pick is vital for cutting costs and providing ample coverage for your various medical needs. However, you need to make sure you're paying for the best one available.

Here are a few steps to follow when choosing health insurance and comparing your options.


Understanding the the Graston Technique and Soft Tissue Mobilization

date icon  09/09/23

Did you know that around 40 percent of ankle sprains develop chronic symptoms? It can be frustrating if you've been injured and the pain won't go away.

Are you seeking therapy to help with pain, flexibility, and performance? The Graston technique could be the solution.

Education  


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How Do You Treat a Muscle or Joint Injury?

date icon  09/02/23

Your body has more than 600 muscles in it. It also contains more than 300 joints. As a result, there is a good chance you'll suffer both muscle and joint injuries at different points throughout your life.

Education  Exercise  


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Living Healthy: A Lifestyle Choice

date icon  08/31/23

Each year SupplementRelief.com provides a $500 scholarship award to one deserving post-secondary (university or community college) student who provides the winning essay promoting a healthier living lifestyle. We are proud to announce our Fall 2023 Health & Wellness scholarship recipient Leobardo Reyes from Texas Tech University where he is pursuing a dual major in Business Management & Marketing within the field of Business.


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Common Health Problems Can Be Minimized by Healthier Lifestyle Behaviors

date icon  08/26/23

In a time when many lifestyles consist of sedentary routines, poor dietary choices, and stress, adopting healthier behaviors can significantly impact our overall well-being. Our daily choices, including what we eat and how active we are, can either pave the way for good health or lead us to preventable health problems.

Disease  Exercise  Mental Health  Nutrition  Sleep  Stress  Supplements  


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Why Massage Therapy?

date icon  08/19/23

In a world of stress, demands, and constant hustle, finding ways to relax and rejuvenate has become paramount. Massage therapy is a practice that has evolved from ancient traditions into a scientifically recognized means of promoting physical and mental well-being.

Balanced Living  Exercise  Sleep  Stress  


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What is Holistic Medicine?

date icon  08/12/23

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in holistic medicine among individuals seeking a comprehensive, natural, and alternative healthcare approach. Holistic medicine is based on the idea that optimal health is achieved by finding balance within your body, mind, and spirit. Unlike traditional Western medicine, which often targets isolated symptoms, holistic medicine takes a more integrated approach and considers you as a whole.

Balanced Living  Disease  Education  Mental Health  Personal Growth  


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How Has the Changing U.S. Economy Impacted Consumer Use of Supplements?

date icon  08/05/23

Today, more people than ever are taking supplements to help with their health and wellness. The vitamin and supplement industry generates close to $40 billion in sales annually. Let's take a look at how the changing economy may impact consumer supplement use going forward in 2024.

Supplements  


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Common Misconceptions About Vitamins and Minerals Explained

date icon  07/28/23

If you're interested in learning more about vitamins and minerals, read on for a list of common misconceptions and find out the truth before starting a new regimen.


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The Importance of Vitamin B12

date icon  07/22/23

Vitamin B12 is a crucial nutrient that plays a significant role in various physiological processes within the human body. This water-soluble vitamin is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being.

Nutrition  Supplements  


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A Guide to Working With a Health and Wellness Coach

date icon  07/15/23

With so much going on in the world that we can't control, we can be proactive about our health. And one way to do this is to work with a health and wellness coach.

Balanced Living  Education  Exercise  Motivation  Nutrition  Personal Growth  Sleep  Stress  Supplements  


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What About Preventative Health Care?

date icon  07/08/23

According to recent studies, only about 8% of American adults over the age of 35 take advantage of preventative health care services on an annual basis. You could lead a healthier lifestyle by incorporating preventative care services. Learn more about these services and how they work.

Disease  Education  


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What About Upcycling Food?

date icon  07/01/23

As prices soar, more and more people are talking about upcycling food. This process can help you reduce food waste, save money, and continue to eat a healthy diet.

However, many people need to take advantage of it. Please keep reading to learn more about what upcycling food is and the benefits of it.

Cooking  Nutrition  


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10 Tips for Better Relaxation

date icon  06/24/23

Many people are unaware of stress's negative effects on their bodies. These issues worsen as time passes if steps aren't taken to relax. Stress reduction can seem difficult at first, but it's more straightforward than most people expect.

Stress  


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Do Houseplants Make You Healthier?

date icon  06/17/23

If you're interested in doing what's best for your health and wellness, sometimes the most impactful solutions are also the simplest. For instance, adding a house plant or three to your living situation can reap huge rewards.

Balanced Living  Mental Health  Stress  


Easy Meal Planning for Busy People: What You Need to Know

date icon  06/10/23

If you want to eat better, one option is to get better with your meal planning. Especially if you have a busy schedule, this can help you make healthier decisions.

Cooking  Nutrition  


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What Are FODMAPs?

date icon  06/03/23

You may be wondering what FODMAPs are or how to implement a FODMAP diet into your lifestyle. This helpful guide walks you through the basics of FODMAPs, what foods to avoid, and how you can work to ease symptoms of IBS and IBD by following some simple dietary changes.

Disease  Nutrition  


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Fruit and Vegetable Supplements: Finding Truth in a Craze

date icon  05/27/23

You can't help but wonder: What's all the hype about? Are these products truly effective in improving our health, or are they just another passing trend in wellness?

Supplements  


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Nitric Oxide Supplements: What's the Big Deal About Nitric Oxide?

date icon  05/20/23

When managing your health, supplements can be helpful. Nitric oxide supplements have become popular of late. Learn more about them and see if they would be helpful for you.

Supplements  


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Natural Sugars and Added Sugars: How Much Sugar Are You Consuming?

date icon  05/13/23

Understanding the difference between natural and added sugars is critical in a world where sugar hides in our food like a chameleon. But it can be difficult to know how to do this.

To make things easier, we've written a guide that demystifies the sweet confusion surrounding your diet. Keep reading if you want to find out more.

Cooking  Disease  Nutrition  Weight Loss  


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Health Wearables in Your Future?

date icon  05/06/23

What's all the fuss about health wearable technology? Is it really useful? It seems to be popular and appears to have a future. Let's take a look and get the basics.

Technology  


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Magnesium and Your Health: How Are They Connected?

date icon  04/29/23

Have you been feeling nauseous and weak? You may have a magnesium deficiency. Also known as hypomagnesemia, magnesium deficiency affects over 2.5% to 12% of the general population.

Taking magnesium supplements can help with your symptoms and improve your quality of life.

Nutrition  Supplements  


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Practicing Mindfulness and Meditation in Daily Activities

date icon  04/22/23

In today's fast-paced world, it's common for individuals to experience stress, anxiety, and an overall sense of feeling overwhelmed. These feelings can wreak havoc on your mental health, ability to meet daily challenges and relationships with others. While certain levels of stress are unavoidable, there are practices you can incorporate into your everyday life to navigate these challenges better.

This is where mindfulness and meditation practices come in. Incorporating these practices into your daily life can provide numerous benefits for both your physical and mental health.

Balanced Living  


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Forming A Healthy Habit

date icon  04/15/23

Humans are creatures of habit, and the habits we develop throughout our lives can significantly affect our health and well-being. These habits we form can either work in our favor or against us- it's up to us to choose which habits we decide to cultivate. Actively developing a healthy habit requires patience, consistency, and discipline.


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Important Types of Minerals Needed for Good Health

date icon  04/08/23

Good nutrition is key to sustaining a healthy mind and body; one important part of your balanced diet should include minerals. Minerals are essential for keeping us in physical and emotional balance, as they help deliver vital nutrients to different body parts.

Supplements  


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An Overview of Probiotics and Prebiotics

date icon  04/01/23

Let's take a quick peek at probiotics and prebiotics, how they protect your gut microbiome, and why you should add them to your diet.

Supplements  


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What Is Mindful Eating?

date icon  03/25/23

So what is mindful eating all about and how can it help you stop endlessly munching? Mindful eating aims to reduce distractions and help us focus on the experience of eating. Learn more about what mindful eating is, what bad habits to minimize or eliminate, and what good habits to cultivate.

Nutrition  


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How Does Food Affect Your Mood?

date icon  03/18/23

Knowing how food affects your mood will give you a better understanding of what to pick when grocery shopping. And it allows you to make necessary changes to food that's not contributing to a positive mood.

Mental Health  Nutrition  


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Mitochondria and Your Energy

date icon  03/11/23

Our bodies are similar to machines, with specific functions necessary to achieve certain outcomes. Every moment, our bodies are constantly working to keep us going, and like machines, they require energy to do so. This energy is rooted in our cells, specifically our mitochondria. Like gas to an engine, our bodies rely on our cellular mitochondria to stay energized.

Disease  Exercise  Nutrition  Stress  


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What Are the Benefits of Micro Workouts?

date icon  03/04/23

Micro workouts incorporate high-intensity interval training (HIIT). HIIT exercises jumpstart excess post-exercise oxygen consumption. That phenomenon refers to how much oxygen your body consumes after a workout session.

Exercise  


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What is Oxidative Stress?

date icon  02/26/23

Oxidative stress is a natural process that occurs when there is an imbalance of free radicals to antioxidants in the body, which ultimately causes damage to its cells and tissues. Oxidative stress is a natural process in aging, though long-term oxidative stress leads to chronic disease.

Balanced Living  Disease  Exercise  Nutrition  Supplements  


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10 Interesting Facts About a Healthy Lifestyle

date icon  02/19/23

Making healthy choices doesn't have to be complicated. You can make small daily adjustments that have a major impact on your health. And you might be surprised by some of the things you can change that is considered healthy.

Balanced Living  Encouragement  Exercise  Mental Health  Nutrition  Sleep  


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The Best Adaptogens for Energy and Well-Being

date icon  02/12/23

Do you feel tired all the time, even after getting enough sleep? Are you looking for natural ways to boost your energy and improve your overall well-being? If so, you may want to consider trying adaptogens for energy.

Nutrition  Sleep  Supplements  


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5 Easy Healthy Physical Activities for Adults

date icon  02/05/23

Many people feel they don't have enough time to exercise. But you don't need to schedule a long workout session to get the benefits of exercise. There are plenty of healthy activities you can incorporate into your daily routine.

Exercise  


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Foods That Fight Inflammation

date icon  01/29/23

Inflammation occurs when your body activates your immune system by sending out inflammatory cells to attack bacteria or viruses, or to heal damaged tissue. Sometimes, your body may send out these inflammatory cells unnecessarily when you are healthy. This is called chronic inflammation.

Disease  Nutrition  


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What are AGEs?

date icon  01/22/23

Advanced Glycation End Products accumulate naturally throughout your lifetime and are created through cooking certain foods at high temperatures. They are made when protein or fat combine with sugar in the bloodstream in a process called glycation. AGEs can also form within foods during grilling, frying, or toasting.

Cooking  Disease  Nutrition  


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Healthy Relationship Boundaries

date icon  01/15/23

Setting and maintaining healthy boundaries within your relationships is becoming a bigger and bigger topic today within families and with mental health and relationship experts. While it may not necessarily be the cure-all to any of your relationship problems, having healthy boundaries with the people in your life is more of a side effect of good self esteem and reasonable expectations of those around you.

Relationships  


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Best Personal Hygiene Practices

date icon  01/08/23

Since the mid 1800s, we've had an understanding of the role that germs play in our health and our lives. It was French chemist Louis Pasteur who developed modern germ theory and theorized that bacteria causes infection and disease. Now, almost 200 years later we have a more sophisticated understanding of how to protect our health and prevent illness using a wide array of hygiene practices.

Hygiene  


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10 Common Sense Healthy Choices for Everyone

date icon  01/01/23

Healthy living requires you to make healthy choices on a daily basis, but this takes commitment and discipline. Some people value the benefit of nutrition and exercise, but others have trouble prioritizing it into their busy schedules.

Balanced Living  Education  Exercise  Family  Hydration  Hygiene  Nutrition  Personal Growth  Relationships  Sleep  Social Interaction  Stress  Work  


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Journaling for Your Health

date icon  12/24/22

About 1 in every 6 people are active journalers. Journaling, even if you only do it once per week or even once per month, can be incredibly beneficial. The hardest part is getting started.

But why would you want to start a journal? We're here to talk all about the benefits of journaling, as well as a few tips for how you can start your journaling practice.

Balanced Living  Encouragement  Mental Health  Motivation  Personal Growth  Spiritual  Tradition  


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4 Trending Health Topics You Should Be Aware Of

date icon  12/17/22

With each new year comes innovations in healthcare. Here are some for 2023 you might want to consider and see how they may fit into your wellness lifestyle.

Mental Health  Nutrition  Technology  


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Healthy Takeout Food by Cuisines

date icon  12/10/22

We don't always have the option to prepare meals at home, whether it's due to being busy with life's other responsibilities, health conditions that cause fatigue, or situations that make packing a lunch unfeasible.

Takeout was made for these occasions, as well as times when you just want to try something other than your own cooking. No matter how many tries go into recreating a restaurant favorite at home, it rarely tastes quite the same.

Nutrition  


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Glutathione and Your Health: What You Need to Know

date icon  12/03/22

Glutathione is a powerful antioxidant that supports several important bodily functions. Learn more about implementing it into your health routine.

Supplements  


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Self-Care and Healthy Lifestyle Choices

date icon  11/26/22

Self-care is a term you probably see in plenty of headlines, but often, it seems like one of many health and fitness-related buzzwords. The way that this term is included in the content you scroll past can make it easy to ignore, but self-care as a practice should be an important element of your life.

Balanced Living  Encouragement  Exercise  Family  Mental Health  Nutrition  Personal Growth  Sleep  Spiritual  Work  


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Healthy Relationships and Your Well-Being

date icon  11/19/22

Let's look into the components of healthy relationships, the benefits of having them, the impact of isolation on human health, and how you can take steps to create and keep healthy relationships with others.

Encouragement  Family  Personal Growth  


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Recharging Your Energy Levels

date icon  11/12/22

Having more energy is simple once you know the causes of low energy and some straightforward solutions to combat low energy levels. This article will explain what you should know about poor energy levels and how to naturally boost them to reach healthy new levels.

Exercise  Hydration  Nutrition  Sleep  Stress  Supplements  


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What is Metabolic Health?

date icon  11/05/22

Maybe you've heard a lot about metabolic health, and you're looking for ways to improve your own. On the other hand, perhaps you've never heard of the term, and you're just beginning your journey into health and wellness. Maybe you're somewhere in the middle. Wherever you fall on this spectrum, this article will help you understand your metabolism, metabolic health, and why it is essential to care for.

Disease  


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Don't Throw Away That Banana Peel Just Yet

date icon  10/30/22

When people eat bananas they often discard the peels without a second thought. But what if there was a way to use those banana peels to get the most out of your banana?

Nutrition  


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Core Exercise for Well-Rounded Adult Fitness

date icon  10/23/22

Ever complained of your lower back hurting? How many times have you looked in the mirror and thought you needed a better workout routine to burn the tummy fat that seems to be taking over?

Learn how core exercises can help.

Exercise  


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5 Things You Can Do Now to Reduce Stress

date icon  10/17/22

Most people have experienced significant increases in stress over the past few years as a result of the pandemic, global and USA economic decline, and political division.

Read on to learn 5 simple ways to reduce stress.

Stress  


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10 Small Actions That Can Produce Large Benefits

date icon  10/10/22

For many people, maintaining a healthy lifestyle can seem like a challenging goal. Sometimes, the best way to achieve something is to break it down into small, practical steps. Your health is no different.

Exercise  Nutrition  Sleep  


Overfed & Undernourished

date icon  10/03/22

Changing our eating habits is one of the most challenging parts of getting and staying fit, healthy, and happy. Many Americans struggle with unhealthy eating habits, regularly indulging in processed, fast, and convenient foods. However, no matter how much we eat, we are not getting the nourishment we need from these foods.

Nutrition  


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What is Functional Fitness?

date icon  09/26/22

Being able to squat or benchpress hundreds of pounds will always be impressive, but it's not the most useful skill in everyday life. This is why people need to consider functional fitness. But what is functional fitness really?

Keep reading to find out what the benefits of functional fitness are and whether you should incorporate it into your weekly workout routine.

Exercise  


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10 Fun Facts About Exercise That'll Get You Moving

date icon  09/19/22

Understanding the benefits of exercising can help motivate you to start working out more. Want to know more about how exercise can improve your life?

Then read on to find out ten amazing fitness facts that will get you moving!

Exercise  


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How and When to Take Supplements

date icon  09/11/22

So how can you keep up with your supplements and make sure that you're taking them correctly? Let's take a look at the best practices so you can make the most of your supplementation.


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What Are the Pros and Cons of Organic Food?

date icon  09/05/22

When you go shopping, you see the organic label on food, but do you really know what the best organic food is and if it is the correct option for you?

There are many great benefits to eating organic, as well as some problems. Keep reading to learn the advantages and disadvantages of organic food.

Nutrition  


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Vitamin B Complex: The 8 Different B Vitamins

date icon  08/29/22

More than half of US adults say they rarely wake up feeling rested. This widespread feeling of tiredness impacts mood, productivity, and overall health.

Our modern lifestyles may be to blame.

Supplements  


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Pursuing Authentic Wellness Despite Societal Expectations

date icon  08/22/22

Each year SupplementRelief.com provides a $500 scholarship award to one deserving post-secondary (university or community college) student who provides the winning essay promoting a healthier living lifestyle. We are proud to announce our Fall 2022 Health & Wellness scholarship recipient Cari Clements from University of New Brunswick who is pursuing a career in nursing.


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How Current Events Have Affected Women's Health

date icon  08/15/22

While advancements in medicine are improving women's long-term healthcare options, COVID-19, global unrest, political division, and the declining US economy have seriously increased stress levels for almost everyone, particularly for women. When not managed properly, prolonged stress often leads to increasing health challenges, lower productivity and less joy and fulfillment.

Exercise  Financial  Mental Health  Stress  


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A Complete Guide to Colon and Digestive Health for Women

date icon  08/08/22

Whether you're a woman or a man, the colon and digestive system are essential to the overall health of your body. But that doesn't mean there aren't differences in how these systems function between sexes.


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Meditation: How to Focus Better

date icon  08/01/22

Do you have trouble focusing at work, school, or home? Luckily, meditation can help.

In this guide, you'll learn how to meditate for focus in your everyday life. With a little effort, you can start seeing results in no time. Read on for helpful tips.

Mental Health  Personal Growth  Sleep  Stress  


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Drink Eucalyptus Tea to Boost Antioxidant Intake and Health Benefits

date icon  07/25/22

Today the powers of eucalyptus are a mystery to some. This medicinal plant remains a marquee ingredient of a healthy lifestyle. Learn more about the health benefits of eucalyptus tea and its powerful antioxidant content.

Nutrition  


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What Experts Want You to Know About Good Posture

date icon  07/18/22

If you have a desk job, you know what it feels like to stand up after working for a long period of time, grimacing and immediately reaching for your low back or neck, trying to rub out the inevitable kinks. Maybe you sit at home with a heat pack after a long day or climb into the bathtub for some relief.

What you likely didn't realize is that those persistent headaches or nagging aches in your low back could be contributed to poor posture. Luckily, we have a few solutions for you that can help you feel renewed and energized to take on your day.

Exercise  Nutrition  


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Juicing Recipes: Targeting Health Benefits

date icon  07/11/22

Did you just get a juicer and are now looking for recipes and advice for what to put in your juice? You may be wondering what are the best fruits and vegetables for juicing. You may even want to include healthy superfoods! But what are they?

You have plenty of options at your fingertips. Read on to learn how to put together a juice that taste great and meets your health goals.

Blog Post Series  Cooking  Nutrition  


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Juicing Basics: What You Need to Know

date icon  07/04/22

Have you asked: is juicing healthy? For most people who eat a Westernized diet, the answer is a resounding yes!

In a nutshell, juicing is an excellent way to increase your daily servings of fruits and vegetables and prevent chronic illnesses. You'll feel (and look) better, all through one simple technique.

Blog Post Series  Cooking  Nutrition  


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5 Healthy Dishes to Take to the 4th of July Gathering

date icon  06/27/22

America's birthday is right around the corner. Red, white, and blue will be everywhere - including the food you eat. If you are heading to a party and are looking for healthy dishes to bring, here are a few 4th of July recipes that you will want to make for the event!

Cooking  Nutrition  


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Do You Suffer From Sleep Procrastination?

date icon  06/20/22

Your day was a hectic jumble of work, responsibilities, household chores, and social obligations. All you want to do is crawl into bed and get a good night's sleep. Instead, you end up scrolling through social media for hours, leaving you exhausted again.

This vicious cycle, known as sleep procrastination, is more common than you think! Learn more about its symptoms, causes, and how to put a stop to it.


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What Beginners Need to Know About Living Gluten-Free

date icon  06/12/22

Changing your diet can be challenging because it usually involves removing certain types of food from your menu. And that is the first point of resistance. But there are significant health benefits to eliminating or minimizing specific foods from your diet-particularly those that contain gluten.

Cooking  Disease  Nutrition  


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Long Haul Symptoms of Covid

date icon  06/06/22

Obviously, COVID has been a major issue in our world since 2020. In fact, there have been over 500 million cases and six million deaths. But, the short-term symptoms of COVID aren't the only concern you need to have. Long-haul COVID is becoming a bigger and bigger issue.

So, how do you know if you have long-haul COVID-19? And how do you treat your symptoms if you do? Read on to learn about the long-haul symptoms of COVID.

Disease  


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A Guide to Diabetes

date icon  05/30/22

Do you know that over 37.3 million Americans have diabetes? That's over 11% of the population. But, what is even more alarming is that over 96 million Americans suffer from a condition called pre-diabetes and are not even aware of it.

But, don't worry because diabetes can be managed. So, read on to find out what is diabetes, what are its symptoms, and how you can treat it.

Disease  Exercise  Nutrition  


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Detox Your Mind?

date icon  05/23/22

Some would say that technology has taken over too much of our lives. If we're not on our smartphones, we are binging on a trending show or news on the laptop or TV. Our digital devices are always popping up messages and flashing alerts that seem to need our immediate attention. Our obsessions with these devices detaches us from the present moment and may negatively impact our productivity, relationships, and ultimately our health.

Balanced Living  Detoxification Support  Encouragement  Family  Mental Health  Motivation  Personal Growth  Sleep  Spiritual  Stress  Technology  Work  


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What Are Functional Foods?

date icon  05/16/22

Have you ever wondered how you can enrich your diet further than getting the basic nutrients and energy you need? Then perhaps you should add some functional foods to your daily diet.

Detoxification Support  Disease  Nutrition  


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Mental Fitness as Part of Your Healthy Lifestyle

date icon  05/09/22

Cognitive decline will happen to everyone as they get older. It involves thinking and processing information at a slower pace, moving slower, remembering less information, and having a difficult time putting together sentences.

Balanced Living  Mental Health  Personal Growth  


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Virtual Fitness: Why It's Popular and Here To Stay

date icon  05/02/22

If the pandemic has done one good thing for us, it's that more people now understand the value of exercise. Exercise doesn't have to mean going to the gym before work every day. Sometimes, you can get the same structure, level of attention, and motivation as you would in the gym - but in the comfort of your own home.

Balanced Living  Exercise  Family  Motivation  Personal Growth  Stress  Technology  Weight Loss  


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10 Effective Ways To Combat Stress

date icon  04/25/22

With busy lives and uncertainty about the future, it's no wonder people feel stressed. The good news is that there are plenty of ways to combat stress. You can make some minor lifestyle changes that will significantly impact your stress levels and overall well-being.

Exercise  Family  Nutrition  Personal Growth  Sleep  Stress  Supplements  Technology  


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How To Regulate Triglyceride Levels To Maintain Healthier Blood Pressure

date icon  04/18/22

There are several lifestyle changes you can make to help maintain healthier blood pressure. In this article, we'll cover some common ways for regulating Triglyceride Levels and ensuring you maintain healthy blood pressure levels.

Disease  Exercise  Nutrition  Supplements  Weight Loss  


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8 Impressive Health Benefits of Building Muscle

date icon  04/11/22

Training your muscles isn't only for aesthetic reasons; there are numerous benefits of building muscle for the rest of your overall health too.

Want to learn more about how to build muscle and how it can help you lead a happier, healthier life?

Exercise  


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8 Innovative Health Trends in 2022

date icon  04/04/22

Not only are people living longer, but aging people are enjoying a much higher quality of life than in years previously. It makes sense that many of the most prominent health trends in recent years have centered around anti-aging and living better for longer.

Disease  Nutrition  Technology  


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Adrenal Fatigue: Causes, Symptoms, and Natural Remedies

date icon  03/27/22

Adrenal fatigue affects many of us without us even realizing it. There's no test to diagnose adrenal fatigue, so it's hard to know if you are suffering from it.

There are, however, symptoms and causes of the condition that can help you assess whether or not you have it.

What exactly is adrenal fatigue and how can you make lifestyle changes to make sure you don't get it?


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Going Vegan: Untold Health Benefits of a Vegan Diet

date icon  03/21/22

The trend towards a vegan diet has been popular for years. Going vegan has numerous health benefits and presents an opportunity to learn more about nutrition and cooking. Want to learn more about how going vegan can help you improve your health and live longer? Keep on reading.

Nutrition  


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Going Vegan: Untold Health Benefits of a Vegan Diet

date icon  03/21/22

The trend towards a vegan diet has been popular for years. Going vegan has numerous health benefits and presents an opportunity to learn more about nutrition and cooking. Want to learn more about how going vegan can help you improve your health and live longer? Keep on reading.

Nutrition  


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Going Vegan: Untold Health Benefits of a Vegan Diet

date icon  03/21/22

The trend towards a vegan diet has been popular for years. Going vegan has numerous health benefits and presents an opportunity to learn more about nutrition and cooking. Want to learn more about how going vegan can help you improve your health and live longer? Keep on reading.

Nutrition  


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Powering Up, How Do You Charge?

date icon  03/14/22

If energy is energy, then why can't we spark the fire and channel it through some cord into our brains? Not all energy is the same. Learn more about the role of mitochondria and CoQ10 in maintaining your body's energy level.

Supplements  


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10 Best Foods to Boost Your Brain and Memory

date icon  03/07/22

Keeping your brain healthy involves a combination of a nutritious diet, regular exercise, and social interaction. Certains foods are a better choice than others. Here's some tasty and healthy options.

Nutrition  


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40 Carrots, Going for the Gold

date icon  02/28/22

Are carrots really as good for eyesight as their watercooler reputation would lead us to believe? Health is a marathon and like finding the perfect shoes to last the tournament, not just the mile, root vegetables are a daily must-have to stay well on our course.

Nutrition  


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The Best Habits for Healthy Sleep

date icon  02/21/22

Not sleeping enough can influence your mood, your stress levels, your ability to focus, your relationships, and even cause you to make poor exercise and diet decisions. Want to learn how to get more healthy sleep? Keep reading to learn healthy sleeping tips and habits.

Sleep  Supplements  


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How to Use Macronutrients in Your Diet

date icon  02/14/22

We all need macronutrients to stay healthy. But what are they and how can you use a macronutrient diet? The amount of macronutrients you get in your diet is important but so is the source of those macros.

In this article, we'll explain the difference between micronutrients and macronutrients and how to build a healthy diet.

Nutrition  


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8 Tips to Look Younger

date icon  02/07/22

Who among us over the age of 40 does not want to look younger and feel more energetic? The good news is that there are things we can do to take better care of ourselves that will help with not only our appearance but also our overall health and wellbeing.

Exercise  Nutrition  Skin Care  Sleep  Supplements  


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12 Collagen-Rich Foods for a Healthier Body

date icon  01/31/22

You may have heard of collagen, but do you know what it does in our body? Keeping a healthier body means we need to include a focus on collagen-rich foods. Keep reading to find a guide for meeting your body's collagen needs.

Nutrition  Skin Care  


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How to Improve Your Gut Health by Avoiding These 13 Toxic Foods

date icon  01/24/22

We've all heard the phrase "You are what you eat," but there's more truth to it than you can ever imagine! Being aware of what you eat and avoiding toxic foods will improve your gastrointestinal health. Keep reading to learn which foods to avoid for a healthier, happier gut.

Cooking  Nutrition  Weight Loss  


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FirstFitness Nutrition
Reseller Order Policy Change
Effective December 1, 2023

SupplementRelief.com has been an Authorized Reseller (Team Member) of FirstFitness Nutrition (FFN) since April of 2020, selling FFN products directly from our website to our customers, handling the payment processing, order fulfillment, and customer service.

Effective December 1, 2023 FirstFitness Nutrition REQUIRES ALL Authorized Resellers, who have formerly sold FFN products DIRECTLY from their OWN website, to refer the PRODUCT PURCHASE to the Reseller's FFN Team Member website.

You may continue placing orders on SupplementRelief.com through December 31, 2023 for the remaining products we have in stock.

SupplementRelief.com's FFN Team Member website is:

supplementrelief.firstfitness.com

On the top right of every page you will see our Team Member name to confirm you are on the correct FFN Team Member website:

Your FFN Team Member: SUPPLEMENTRELIEF.COM

Please BOOKMARK this new website supplementrelief.firstfitness.com for future shopping. You may begin using the Team Member website immediately.

You may also place your order directly over the phone by calling either SupplementRelief.com at 888.424.0032 or FirstFitness Nutrition's Customer Support line at 800.621.4348. Please let them know that your FFN Team Member is SUPPLEMENTRELIEF.COM.

You may continue to use this website (supplementrelief.com) for FFN product descriptions and other Wellness content from our Blog, Education, or Recipes, but on December 1, 2023:

  • The "Add to Cart" button will change to a "Purchase on FFN Team Member Website" button, and your browser will automatically open a new page on our FFN Team Member Website to purchase the product. You can stay on the new site and shop for ALL other FirstFitness Nutrition products without returning to this website.
  • If you formerly had a LOGIN ACCOUNT on SupplementRelief.com, it WILL NOT WORK on the FFN Team Member website. You will be given an option to create a new account on the FFN Team Member Website. You WILL NOT NEED your SupplementRelief.com account on this website anymore, unless you want to see your Order History for orders you placed on SupplementRelief.com in the past.

How Does This Affect Future FFN Purchases?


This means that as of December 1, 2023:

  1. You may purchase FFN products only from an FFN Team Member website.
  2. ALL ORDERS will now be PROCESSED and SHIPPED directly by FirstFitness Nutrition. The company name on your credit card statement will no longer say SUPPLEMENTRELIEF but will now say FIRST FITNESS.
  3. You may optionally create a new account on our FFN Team Member website, or you can shop as a Guest— both options work fine. Setting up a new account on the FFN website is recommended to make placing future orders easier, as FirstFitness will already have your information to process your order once you log on to our Team Member website.

FirstFitness Nutrition's Order Policy


  1. Delivery using UPS in 3 - 5 Business Days
  2. 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
  3. Shipping Charge is a minimum of $10 or 8.5% of the retail price of products purchased.
  4. Sales Tax is automatically calculated and is based upon the Shipping Address.
  5. You will receive an Order Receipt confirmation email directly from FirstFitness Nutrition (no longer directly from SupplementRelief.com) as soon as you complete placing your order on our Team Member website.
  6. You will receive an Order Shipment confirmation email directly from UPS (no longer directly from SupplementRelief.com) with the tracking number as soon as your order ships.

Every FirstFitness Nutrition order, from every FFN Team Member website, is subject to the exact same Order Policy. This means that shipping charges and sales taxes will be calculated the same way for every FFN product purchased from every FFN Team Member Website.


FirstFitness VIP Customer Rewards Program


FirstFitness Nutrition offers a Customer Loyalty VIP Rewards Program for savings whereby you can earn future discounts on product purchased.

This is a monthly autoship program (called a Smart Ship) where you choose the product(s) you want shipped to you each month. You can easily create and then log into your Customer VIP Rewards account anytime and change the products on your monthly auto-ship or pause/cancel it.

  • Receive 20% in VIP Reward Points redeemable for Free Products (4 points for every dollar spent - 400 points = $100) after three consecutive Smart Ships
  • Free shipping on a monthly Smart Ship order of $100 or more
  • Incentives to receive additional Reward Points

Learn more about the VIP Customer Rewards Program.


Transition Customer Support


SupplementRelief.com wants the transition to the FFN Team Member website for future orders to be a smooth process.

Faith Hoffman, our Customer Support Specialist, is happy to assist you. We appreciate your business and are prepared to answer questions and provide additional details on any or all of the above information, policies, products, costs, discount opportunities and programs, etc.

Please get in touch with Faith at your convenience:

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Faith Hoffman has spent 23 years in business practices, research, and customer relations for brand products and national companies. Lengthy hospital stays for auto-immune disorders, including the onset of heart and liver disease, led her to research the benefits of quality all-natural supplements and the importance of living a healthy lifestyle.

She became a customer of SupplementRelief.com three years ago. Positive results from healthy lifestyle changes and using quality, targeted supplements compelled her to share and recommend SupplementRelief.com products to family, friends, and clients. Studying through her journey and having a passion for helping others, she joined SupplementRelief.com as a customer support specialist in 2023.

When Faith is not assisting SupplementRelief.com customers, she enjoys singing gospel music, volunteering, and spending time with her family and pets.

Faith can be reached by email at [email protected] or by phone or text at (225) 316-5716.

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Payment Processing

We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express credit cards.

Payments are securely processed through industry leader Authorize.net of which SupplementRelief.com is a Verified Merchant.

We DO NOT retain or store your credit card information after the purchase. We DO NOT share your information with anyone. We DO NOT auto-subscribe you to anything. Your information is YOURS.

The charge will appear on your credit card statement as SupplementRelief.com with our phone number (888) 424-0032.

Shipping & Handling

A safe and accurate address for delivery must be provided at the time the order is placed. Once an order has shipped, SupplementRelief.com is NOT responsible for lost or stolen packages CONFIRMED BY THE CARRIER to be delivered to the address provided for the order.

Since COVID-19, and the ensuing economic challenges in the USA economy, we respectfully ask that you allow some additional time for delivery for the carriers (USPS, UPS, and FedEx). Most orders still arrive on time, or near on time, but some may run late. We make every effort to get your order packed and into the carriers hands the same day, or by the next business morning if your order came in later in the previous day after carrier pickup, but we have no control over any delays that may happen within the shipping carrier's delivery system. Please order earlier for the time being if you are time-sensitive.

Orders that contain only FirstFitness Nutrition products have a shipping fee automatically calculated based upon the actual shipping weight of the items purchased. The charge ranges from $4.95 to $14.95.

For orders with NuMedica products you may choose from the shipping options below on the Order Checkout form in the Shipping Information section on the first line that says Choose Shipping Method.

Shipping Options

Country Option Schedule Cost
United States Standard 3-6 Days $4.95
United States Priority 2-4 Days $9.95
United States Free 7-10 Days $0.00
International FedEx International 4-7 Days $79.95*
International GlobalPost International 12-21 Days $39.95*
*International shipping costs may be higher depending upon package weight and destination. We will contact you for your approval of the additional amount if this occurs.

SupplementRelief.com may use the email or phone number provided on your Order to call or text you regarding Order Status or to inform you of changes to the Order Policy.

When your order ships we will send you a confirmation email with the delivery tracking information.

International Shipping

Shipping anything these days internationally is expensive. COVID resulted in more rigorous customs import processes, and now with much higher energy prices, international shipping rates are higher.

FedEx is the most reliable and faster carrier, at least for now, but they are expensive. Our FedEx international shipping fee is a minimum of $79.95. It usually makes more sense to get several months of supply (3 months or more) in one order to minimize the shipping expense per order over time. While the added weight of additional items may increase the base shipping price by a little (usually 10-25% depending upon total weight and destination), it is usually not by very much relative to shipping an additional small order later.

We also offer a lower-cost international shipping option using GlobalPost International for $39.95. So far, they have been reliable in getting packages correctly delivered but it takes 2 - 4 times as long to get the package delivered. Packages may take longer to process in the receiving country's customs process and status updates may not be reported as quickly. Please be patient if you choose this option to save money.

Some International orders may cost more to ship depending upon weight and location. If that happens we will contact you first and get your approval for any additional charge before proceeding. International orders may also be subject to additional customs fees and duties/taxes based upon the destination country's customs import laws and policies. These fees are NOT known or included on our order form and are typically charged and collected by the shipping carrier when they are delivering the product to it's final destination once the package has cleared the destination country's customs process. It is recommended that the buyer research custom import fees for the products/services they are importing beforehand to be aware of potential, additional fees.

Shipping Refrigerated Products

Our manufacturers formulate their probiotics to ensure their products retain viability until they reach the consumer. Probiotics that are recommended to be refrigerated remain so until the time of shipment, then shipped alongside an ice pack to ensure potency (Note: Ice pack will not arrive frozen, and product may not arrive cold). Orders placed on a Thursday-Sunday requiring cold shipping will not ship until the following Monday.

Cancellations

If your order has not been shipped yet, you can request a cancellation. Your original purchase amount will be refunded within three business days. If your order has already shipped, see Returns and Refunds.

Changes, Returns and Refunds

If you want to make a change to your order, please email us as soon as possible so we can make the change before your order ships. If your order has already shipped you may incur additional shipping charges for the second shipment and the return label for any products returned.

If we have made a mistake on your order, or the product arrives in a damaged or unusable condition, we will make every reasonable effort to right the situation quickly to your satisfaction.

We accept returns subject to when the return is requested and the condition the product is returned in. All returns must first be authorized by contacting us. In your request, please let us know why you are returning the item(s). We will respond promptly with authorization, the return address, and a return shipping label if appropriate.

If your order has already shipped you can return any un-opened products within 30 days of receiving your order for a 100% refund of the price paid for the product, less the actual shipping charges we incurred to get the product to you originally and then returned, less a $10 restocking fee. Un-opened means the protective seal on the bottle or container, or the shrink-wrap on the box or kit, has not been broken and the product has not otherwise been damaged in any way. You may use the original packaging for the return or acquire your own. We will provide the return shipping label. We DO NOT accept returns for NuMedica products once the protective product seal has been broken.

Upon receipt of returned product(s), we will refund your credit card within three business days for the product(s) returned.