Do you exercise to eat whatever you want? Join the Supplement Super Sleuth to find out if that works... or not. Naturals in the News shares how a combination of Hibiscus and Lemon Verbena can help you meet your weight loss goals for 2023 and the 7 benefits of Milk Thistle's detoxification powers.This week in our segment of Our Favorite Things, learn how lemon balm tea can assist you with every day feelings of stress and can enhance your relaxation and meditation.

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Happy New Year! The sleuths are here to ring in 2023 with a packed episode, including Tom's unique experiences taking care of bees and the latest on the FDA. Check out the full breakdown:

In Naturals in the News, we talk about the incredible benefits of Honey; the issue with lapses in FDA inspections of clinical trials; how SARS CoV2 can trigger latent infections to re-emerge; a promising study about how a probiotic backpack might help Inflammatory bowel disease; How researchers may have found specific gene expressions for chronic Lyme and how GABA might be a better choice than melatonin for falling asleep rapidly. Our Favorite Things focuses on the mood support of Saint John's Wort and the nerve and sleep support of Avena Sativa otherwise known as milky oat tops.

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To closeout to the first year of the podcast, Nan and Tom focus on a super-sized Naturals in the News and share studies on some of their favorite topics: Healthy vs. Bad Sugars; Bad press on Turmeric; A fascinating study on the microbiome and its relationship to Rheumatoid arthritis; the benefits of Nasal Irrigation and Olive leaf for CoV2 and risk reduction and symptom support; Plus, Tom and Nan share some exciting courses they'll be offering soon...

THANK YOU for being part of our first year of podcasting. We can't wait to share more of what we love with you in 2023 🙂

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As we close in on ONE YEAR of podcasting, Tom and Nan share some of their favorite herbs and some eye-opening research in the natural products industry:

In Naturals in the News, we focus in on the benefits of Omega 3 fatty acids in midlife; the powerful effects of Acai berries on vascular health; how pycnogenol has been studied for ADHD compared to stimulants; research on how women's hormones effect sleep patterns; the benefits of a polyphenol rich mediterranean diet on fat around the waist and how an extract of corn leaf can increase the quality of your sleep.

In Our Favorite Things, we discuss Shen or spirit as it lives in the heart and Tom's favorite herb called Albizzia or mimosa as a Shen tonic. Nan shares her favorite herb, Hawthorne and its scientifically proven cardiac benefits.

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Welcome, friends! We have a packed show this week, including a giant Naturals in the News followed by an interview with Mimi Hernandez from the American Herbalists Guild! Learn more about the AHG in the links below. Check out the full breakdown:

For Naturals in the News, we focus on "Let Food be Thy Medicine" by highlighting the benefits of celery, artichoke, green tea, quinoa and lotus leaf. Our special guest for Naturals in the Know is Mimi Hernandez, the decade-long president of the American Herbalists Guild. She brings to us some fascinating information about the Guild and how to turn your property into a certified bio-botanical preserve.

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This week, Tom and Nan have TONS of natural products news and research to share, including the return of Our Favorite Things! But first, this packed edition of Naturals in the News has some terrific insights, including:
-Find out if weight lifting really does help seniors with muscle wasting and bone strength.
-How beetroot juice provides phytochemicals that reduce blood pressure and support cardiovascular health.
-Following a Mediterranean diet is linked with improved brain activity.
-How CBD helps postmenopausal health issues such as bone, CVD markers and mood.
-And more on amazing research on Vitamin E!
Our Favorite Things shares traditional secrets and modern research on Elderberry and Shankahpushpi.
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In the finale of our 3-part series on sleep, Tom and Nan present some of their favorite natural sleep solutions. Check out the full breakdown below:
In the finale of our 3-part series on sleep, Tom and Nan present some of their favorite natural sleep solutions. Check out the full breakdown below: In Naturals in the News, we talk about how exercise might help Diabetics spare their circulatory systems, how Hyaluronic acid works to help repair damaged muscles along with stem cells and the immune, how Pelagonum sidodes is effective for acute bronchial symptoms in phase three clinical trial and how the Love Hormone, Oxytocin, helps to heal your heart. Naturals in the Know shares many natural remedies for enhancing the quality and quantity of your sleep. 
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Welcome back to our three-part series all about sleep. This time, Tom and Nan talk about sleep hygiene... and all the obstacles that could be standing between you and the rest you need. How many pillows is too many? Does background noise really help you get better rest? We tackle these questions and more, this week!
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In Naturals in the News, we share shocking findings of American Cardiometabolic Health and our poor ratings. We also share information about Asian herbs and lung cancer, gingko research and preserving Hawaiian plant species and specimens. A continuation of Naturals in the Know discusses what might be interfering with your sleep and the sleep hygiene that can restore your good night's sleep.
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Sleep is the best medicine. This week, Tom and Nan kick off a three-part series all about the impact of sleep on your overall health. Tune in as they break down the impacts of unhealthy sleep habits on nearly every aspect of life, from weight loss to your ability to learn. Check out the full episode breakdown below:
In Naturals in the News, we focus on Mustard and Oats as Food is Medicine, how drinking coffee increases your spending, and arnica, an herb that works for pain, swelling and bruising. In Naturals in the Know, we begin an in-depth look at sleep and the research on the consequences of sleep deprivation including CVD, obesity, memory and learning.
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This week, Tom & Nan are joined by returning guest Dr. Daniel Fabricant to discuss the ongoing regulatory struggles affecting the natural products industry. Today's conversation takes us through the opioid epidemic and it's far-reaching effects, some of the challenges facing natural product retailers, and how you can make your voice heard on issues of health and nutrition. We also have news on:
-The gut microbiome and why gut health matters.
- Kratom: what is it and is it dangerous?
-And more! Thanks for listening.
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