When we hear the word hydration, most of us think of water consumption. And while quenching our thirst is an essential way to keep our bodies hydrated, it’s not the only form of hydration vital to maintaining overall health.  In this first part of the series The 5 Pillars of Hydration, we’ll look at several…

When we think of the best beauty regimens for healthy, younger looking skin, we usually think of facial scrubs, rinses, and creams that work from the outside inward. They penetrate the skin’s outer layers to nourish, moisturize, and rejuvenate. But did you know that there’s a miracle molecule called hyaluronic acid (HA) that supports a…

Movement is something most of us take for granted. But each time we walk, lift, climb, or reach for something, we employ a complex system of nerves, bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments. And like the moving parts of any machine, our joints require both cushioning and lubrication to function at their best. Without a buffer,…

When speaking of hydration, we typically think about quenching our thirst. But full-body hydration means so much more—including supporting your critical physical structures and organs that require plentiful hydration to function at their best. Your joints, eyes, skin, hair, scalp, and gums all require sufficient levels of moisture to do their jobs properly.  So let’s…

When we think about preserving and increasing the health of our fingernails and toenails, we tend to think about external treatments. And that’s not surprising, since most of the products that protect nails do so by working from the outside inward—relying on chemical polymers to strengthen and reinforce the collagen fibers of the nail.  But…

With summer just around the corner, the mercury will soon be rising. If you plan to work, exercise, or play outdoors in the warm weather, you need to think about hydration. During strenuous exercise, the average person can lose up to 47 ounces of fluid per hour through perspiration. That’s nearly a quart and a…