What did Calcium do when Magnesium knocked on his door? Vitamin! Today we are looking at how calcium and magnesium work together to maintain body health. What Is Calcium? Calcium is a major mineral. This mineral is often referenced in conjunction...
Is it true that some of the most substantive minerals in our bodies function on the smallest doses? Well…YES! The amount needed does not reflect importance. Trace minerals support wellness. The second most abundant trace mineral—Zinc—shows their...
Comparison is offered on a greater scale than ever before—courtesy of the internet. With broadened exposure, people feel inclined to slow the aging process. Graceful aging is a natural process that ought to be embraced. However, most do not want to...
Adequate mineral levels support overall wellness. Magnesium is a broad-based mineral. It functions as a cofactor in over three hundred enzyme systems throughout the body. Overall health and wellness may suffer if you are deficient in major...
Temperatures rising, coffee shops buzzing and sunshine lingering indicates one thing… summertime! June 21st passed and brought with it a new season. While spring planted seeds of growth, summer fosters the fruit of investment. People often find...
What Is Magnesium? Magnesium is a major mineral that functions as a cofactor in enzyme reactions. Magnesium supports over three hundred enzyme systems throughout the body. It functions as a regulatory cofactor in the skeletal, cardiovascular and...
Winter is a joyful season, but it fosters a dry and brittle atmosphere. As summer rounds the corner, we see nature rejuvenating! The lifeless branches are replaced with fresh blossoms. There is a chance our once healthy skin and hair met the same...
Is it true that the mineral that strengthens rocks and stones may also strengthen your bones? Well…YES! Your bones are not—quite—as strong as rocks. But they share mineral composition: silica. Silica supports collagen production. Collagen—the most...
Wellness shines from the inside out. Healthy skin and wellness start from within as our skin is our largest organ. Yes, you heard that right…our skin is our largest organ! So, we must nourish it the same as we would any other organ. It protects our...
Conversations surrounding health and wellness are commonplace. Prevalent topics—diet, exercise, supplementation—bulk the conversation. But, it is rare to hear individuals chat about their cellular health. Cellular health sounds intimidating. It is...
We have all experienced sleepy spells, nodding off during zoom calls and yawning our way through the work day. Low energy levels are universally experienced, but that does not negate their annoyance. With summer approaching, days are getting...
Summer is on the horizon! We are counting down the days until we can recharge under the sun in our own backyard or on our favorite summer vacation. But, for now, we are left trekking through late-spring burn-out. Sources of this strange feeling...
Soaking in sun rays may be more important than you realized—not just for creating that summer tan—but for your health! Vitamin D is vital in the body. It is needed to maintain healthy bones and to regulate cell functions. It helps regulate bone and...
As soon as the sun shines each spring, people say to get out and soak up ALL the Vitamin D. In reality they are referring to the Vitamin D formation that occurs when sun rays interact with our skin. Vitamin D is found in limited foods—fortified...
Every day we are surrounded by people, places and things that may effect our mood. Your morning routine (or lack thereof). Your commute. The home office. Amount of sunshine. Every human interaction. Weather changes. Watching the news. Sleep...
According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the majority of the world's soil resources are in fair, poor or very poor condition. Today, 1 in 3 people are facing food insecurity globally as a byproduct of poor...
Communication, customer service and the ability to be completely transparent with our customers. These are only some of the reasons Mineralife Nutraceuticals was named a Top 10 Contract Manufacturer by Manufacturing Outlook. Founder and Owner, Neil...
You have probably seen the sports drink commercials going on about how important electrolytes are for athletes and you may have used the same sports drink for *cough cough* other reasons, but how important are they really? Electrolytes play a vital...
Nutrient absorption is critical to all-around health and wellness. If the body is not absorbing the nutrients it needs daily, it is likely that not everything is working correctly. When is the last time you thought about nutrient absorption? If you...
Maintaining immune system health is a combination of efforts physically, mentally and spiritually. When one is off it could have negative effects on immune function. Stress and the Immune System Mental and physical stress may have an unwanted...
In simple terms vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble nutrient found in some foods naturally and oftentimes added to foods and dietary supplements. A water-soluble vitamin means that it will not be stored in the body. Instead,...
Working in the nutrition industry himself, Travis was a bit skeptical of the Mineral Hair Analysis Test. His take is that most nutritional deficiencies and excesses can be solved through a whole food diet alone. With that said, he was happy to see...
Adrenal Fatigue, Cortisol Levels and Stress Stress, body aches, fatigues, nervousness, sleep issues and digestive problems. This is a common list of symptoms you may find if you are concerned about ‘Adrenal Fatigue’ (or didn’t know you were...
Abi took the Mineral Hair Analysis Test for a couple of reasons. First, she was interested in learning more about her overall health. She knew the hair test could provide insights she had not had access to before. She also was falling victim to...
The connection between nutrition and physical wellness has been well documented. However, the connection between nutrition and a balanced mood can be harder to recognize. For example, those with frequent mood swings or prolonged unhappy moods can...
Understanding Liposomal Delivery Constantly, we are bombarded with new information about the latest and greatest technology that can make our lives easier. If you have been keeping up, you have heard of the liposomal delivery system. Read on to...
You may have read about Rebecca’s Mineral Hair Analysis Insights before. Roughly 6-8 months later she took a retest to check in on her nutritional progress. As a quick recap, Rebecca was showing mineral deficiencies in electrolytes Sodium and...
First things first, take a look at your diet. If you are not consuming fish on a weekly basis then you may not be consuming enough omega-3's. Aside from seafood, you may be getting omega-3’s from nuts and seeds (flaxseed, chia seeds, walnuts),...
It’s 2020, we are spending a lot more time at home with our loved ones. In the beginning this might have been a turn on, but slowly, it may have become a turn off. Totally OKAY. We are all adjusting to this new way of life and there are very few...
Self care and caring for the planet go hand-in-hand. If something is good for your physical, mental or spiritual health then, more times than not, it is good for the planet. If it is bad for your health then the same rule tends to apply. Many...
Over time, we have learned the best workout routines both in the gym and at-home. We have tried many kinds of diets to find out what works best for our body. We have even started speaking up about our mental health. Now it is time to start...
Occasional anxiosness is fairly common in the United States, with roughly 40 million people experiencing it per year. When it comes to anxiousness, we can learn a lot from our zinc and copper levels specifically.
Freddy is a 44-year-old man who spends a lot of free time outdoors. His favorite activities are rock climbing, hiking, and kayaking. A family man, he has a wife, 2 young children and 2 pups! In addition, he is an entrepreneur growing a business;...
We often hear about common known contributing factors from smoking to excess sun expose, but did you know premature aging can also a result of vitamin or mineral deficiency?
Makayla took her first mineral hair analysis test at the age of 25 (approaching 27 now). She is active, often mountain biking and/or running throughout the week and on the weekends. At the time she was 5’4” and weighing roughly 120 lbs and not much...
If you’re anything like the rest of us, you’ve probably purchased a lot of different supplements, from minerals and vitamins to collagen powder and more, along the way. Some stuck, while other supplements probably did not. But what if there were...
What is Fulvic Acid? Speaking technically, fulvic acid is a biologically active, low molecular weight complex molecule derived from humic shale, or fossilized plant life. It is created by microorganisms in the soil and over time has continued to...
Your metabolism can tell you as much about how your body functions as the Myers Briggs test will tell you about your personality type. There are 8 different metabolism types that you may fall under and while it is possible to change your type over...
Hello! I'm Rebecca and I recently took the Mineral Hair Analysis Test. As a 26-year-old woman, I've recently taken a stronger interest in my health in the last few years. To provide some background to my lifestyle, I am roughly 5’6” and my weight...
Studies across the globe are showing that the ratio of calcium to magnesium is more important than the independent levels of each mineral like most of us originally thought. In America, there have always been numerous ads about the importance of...
Over-Nutrition & Nutrient Deficiencies Are Worth Thinking About Are you stressed? Do you have trouble sleeping or maintaining energy throughout the day? Could your immune system use a boost? Are you experiencing premature aging? Do you question...
The bane of resolution season It's January and as we embark on a month filled with weight and fitness based resolutions many of us will be accused of being "Hangry". Hangry is defined as bad-tempered or irritable as a result of hunger. This word...
It is widely known in the health and fitness community that a healthy diet is just as important as a consistent workout routine. Maybe you have heard the phrases ‘Abs are made in the kitchen’, or ‘Losing weight is 80% diet, and 20% exercise’? While...
What is Leaky Gut? Our intestines are responsible for absorbing majority of the nutrients and minerals we consume, recovering water and electrolytes, and digestion. Leaky Gut Syndrome has been introduced as a condition where the intestines are not...
Zinc - Mineral Nutrition for Sexual Health Even with the most well-formulated of diets, it’s hard to get adequate nutrition from the foods we eat. Nutrient deficiencies are an incredibly common occurrence, and when we’re not getting enough of what...
5 nutrient deficiencies in post-menopausal women As women age, our bodies undergo storms of changes. Adolescence, puberty, pregnancy—they all come with an evolution of feelings and shake-ups. But when menopause comes knocking at the door, there’s...
It's no surprise to learn that our body's are a fount of information. Modern science allows us to spit in a tube, place it in the mailbox and discover our genetic origins, how our genes play a role in our traits and even how they affect our...
Anytime you adhere to a specific diet regimen, you are likely eliminating a vast number of foods. Sure, you may miss the taste of those foods. But maybe you aren’t just missing a taste. You might be missing vital nutrients too, typically important...
Keep Your Heart Health on Target Fuel Your Vital Muscle For Optimal Function Magnesium and Potassium in combination are essential for healthy heart function. Potassium is a primary electrolyte used in all the body's cells. It is the 3rd most...
Have you ever embarked on an exercise program - or tried to take the stairs at the office - just to almost collapse halfway because your chest become tight? If you've ever exercised with a group and had to slow down because you were huffing and...