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Lucky Vitamin continues to support every effort to protect our environment.
We are proud to announce the introduction of Conscious Containers products to our site, another top-quality brand of water bottles.
We hope to offer multiple options of recyclable and reusable products in order to minimize the waste of plastic bottles of water.
Conscious Containers is a company of conservationists and art lovers with the main goal of protecting our health, our world and our wallet.
Creators of the U-Turn 2 Tap bottles, Conscious Containers hopes people may become more conscious consumers, using these safe and stylish alternatives to plastic products.
The U-Turn line provides extremely durable and sustainable 304 food grade stainless steel and two high quality lids: a stainless steel screw top and a BPA free sport cap.
Designed by eco-artists, the U-Turn 2 Tap bottles come in 6 different styles, featuring original art. Choose your favorite U-Turn 2 Tap style at our low prices at luckyvitamin.com.
Conscious Containers hopes consumers can stop using products that are used once and thrown away, only to sit in the ground for thousands of years.
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| Filed Under: Herbs at 12:02 pm | By: Mauricio Matusiak, Senior Editor |
Eyebright is popular flowering plant commonly used in herbal medicine. Eyebright (Euphrasia) gets its name from the plant’s use in treating eye infections.
In the wild, Eyebright grows in alpine meadows and grassy places where snow is common in Bulgaria and Hungary. The plant flowers in late summer and autumn.
Eyebright isn’t costly or rare, it often grows by the side of the road and it’s available as a supplement at most health food stores and online stores like Lucky Vitamin.
Eyebright continues to be used for the topical treatment of eye inflammations, including conjunctivitis. Traditionally, a compress made from a decoction of eyebright is used to give relief from redness, swelling, and visual disturbances due to eye infections.
In addition, Eyebright tea is given internally along with the topical treatment. It has also been used for the treatment of eye fatigue and other disturbances of vision.
Always thought of it as a remedy for eye problems, Eyebright supplements may offer additional benefits. Studies have confirmed that regular supplementation can improve memory and herbalists have recommended eyebright for problems of the respiratory tract, including sinus infections, coughs, hay fever and sore throat.
Many herbalists believe that eyebright can help relieve the numerous symptoms associated with allergies. Eyebright contains many chemicals, including caffeic acid, which may explain the antibacterial effects.
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Lucky Vitamin is happy to announce the addition of Sunshine Spa products to our site.
Sunshine Spa offers a superior line of body care products, bringing you the healing treatments of world-class spas in the privacy of your own home.
Sunshine Spa herbalists have carefully formulated personal care products such as unique bath and body oils to enhance beauty by restoring and repairing the skin. The company uses only natural organic ingredients, with no parabens, no propylene glycol, no sodium lauryl or anything dangerous to your health. The results: the finest formulas designed to work in harmony with nature, not against it.
Inspired by the teachings of Yogi Bhajan, Sunshine Spa first began producing almond-based body oils in the 1970’s based on Ayurvedic principles. These products incorporate herbs and essential oils to facilitate the health and well-being of the entire person.
Sunshine Spa perfume oils are light and delicately scented oils with aromas that come from essential oils and blended fragrances gathered from all over the world. The perfume oils are more than just oils. Sunshine Spa is perfect for every day use as a luxurious perfume for any occasion. You can also try Sunshine Spa’s other sensational skin care products, including Salt Scrubs, Sugar Scrubs, Body Butters, and Bath & Body Oils, now available at luckyvitamin.com.
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| Filed Under: Supplements at 6:30 pm | By: Mauricio Matusiak, Senior Editor |
Castor oil is a vegetable oil popular for its multiple medicinal uses.
The oil is obtained from the castor bean, which is technically a seed and not a member of the bean family. Castor oil is generally a very pale yellow liquid with mild odor or taste.
People have been using castor oil as a laxative for many years. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has categorized castor oil as “generally recognized as safe and effective” also known by GRASE.
However, most people know castor oil as a skin product as it penetrates deep into the skin thanks to its low molecular weight.
Castor oil products can significantly improve skin conditions such as burns, sunburns, skin disorders, skin cuts, and abrasions. It also improves acne-healing abilities.
Castor oil is a natural emollient that penetrates the surface layers of the skin making it softer and more beautiful. The effects of externally applied Castor Oil can be enhanced through the use of a piece of wool flannel saturated with the oil and applied to the body, allowing better penetration in a specific area. Dry heat may be applied to enhance results. The application of heat further increases this penetration, allowing the oil to better impart its qualities to the body. Castor oil is also used in some personal care products such as shampoos, lipstick and lip balm.
Castor oil has been part of history too. It was the preferred lubricant for early aviation and was used by engines in the World War 1 aircraft. Castor oil was also used as one of the tools of intimidation by paramilitary groups in the Fascist Italy under the regime of Benito Mussolini.
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Lucky Vitamin is happy to introduce Dr. Nick’s products to our customers.
Dr. Nick’s offers a superior line of dental care products to provide a clear and more natural way to a white and healthy smile.
Formulated by a dentist, these innovative products contain only natural, healthful ingredients and are free form alcohol, artificial colors and sweeteners.
Dr. Nick’s creates unique formulas through experimental research and personal and professional interest. Everyone wants white teeth and a healthy mouth, and now Dr. Nick’s revolutionary oral care system delivers both.
Dr. Nick’s toothpaste helps maintain the shine and brightness of your teeth while aiding healthy gums. The unique mouthwash helps keep your teeth their whitest while killing the germs that cause decay, gum disease and bad breath. The specially designed tongue cleaner removes residue that can cause bad breath. These unique, two-part formulations ensure maximum freshness and efficacy every time you use them. Only Dr. Nick’s white and healthy product line offers the dual advantage of white teeth and a healthy mouth.
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Losing weight is always difficult. People generally struggle to drop a few pounds and often have problems trying to keep the weight off.
Fat burners are efficient products and can significantly help on your weight-loss program. However, many people face the same problem using fat burners with stimulants.
The majority of top-selling fat burners have formulations with high amounts of caffeine, an efficient ingredient to speed up the metabolism.
Some people are sensitive to caffeine and products with high amounts of it may not be suitable. People often have difficulties falling asleep and stay awake all night because of caffeine. Sleeping is an essential part of any weight-loss diet as rest creates more energy, always needed to keep you motivated and exercising.
Fat burners with stimulants are also expensive products and some people may want to spend more money on healthy food than supplements. So, how can you get a little supplementation help for your diet if you do not wish to add a strong fat burner to your lifestyle?
Natural fat burners may be the solution for your problem. Several products are caffeine-free or have very small amount of it. Natural fat burners use ingredients such as CLA (conjugated linoleic acid), chromium picolinate, cider vinegar, green tea and hoodia (appetite suppressant).
Although not as potent as regular fat burners, some people are able to accomplish excellent results taking natural fat burners along with a healthy diet and a moderate workout program. Most natural weight loss supplements are efficient, affordable and safe to be taken on a daily basis without side effects.
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Lucky Vitamin continues to increase the number of premier sport nutrition supplements on our site. This time, we are happy to report the expansion of a top-quality brand: MRM (Metabolic Response Modifiers).
MRM produces a variety of industry leading supplements in a number of sports nutrition and health supplement categories.
The company sources raw materials internationally to exert greater control in delivering consistent high quality products while ensuring competitive prices. Superior ingredients and latest research gives MRM products a distinct competitive advantage over other manufacturers.
MRM’s primary objective is to enhance the public’s ability to make informed healthcare decisions in order to improve their quality of life. The sports nutrition line of products include fat burners, energy boosters, muscle gainers, pre-workout recovery formulas, endurance enhancers and much more.
In addition, MRM offers a top-quality line of health supplements such as vitamins and minerals, as well as formulas for bone health, anti-aging and brain support.
Since 1996, MRM has placed a priority on formulating superior nutritional products. MRM’s team of professionals has collaborated on several university funded trials which have been published in international research journals.
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Creatine is one of the most popular sports supplements on the market but some people don’t even know what it is.
Discovered in 1832, creatine monohydrate gets its name from the Greek word for flesh, Kreas and is a nitrogenous organic acid that occurs naturally and helps to supply energy to muscle. Creatine is a colorless, crystalline substance used in muscle tissue for the production of phosphocreatine, an important factor in the formation of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) , the source of energy for muscle contraction and many other functions in the body.
Creatine supplements are generally used to enhance athletic performance, particularly for high-intensity, short duration exercise or sports with alternating low and high intensity efforts such as football, hockey and soccer. Most creatine products are well absorbed and tolerated by the stomach.
Creatine is produced naturally in the human liver, pancreas, and kidneys but red meats and fish are also rich sources of it. Vegetarians may have lower levels of creatine but supplementation can compensate for it.
Athletes and people involved in intense physical activity, especially those limiting their intake of red meat, may have low muscle stores of creatine. Several muscle diseases, rheumatoid arthritis and chronic circulatory are associated with lowered creatine levels.
Avoid excessive intake of caffeine to maximize results of creatine, as large amounts may counteract the benefits of creatine supplementation. Most people like to drink energy drinks, normally high in caffeine. So, what should you do?
Moderation is the secret word for a successful workout as caffeine in moderation should not interfere with the results of creatine supplements.
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Lucky Vitamin continues to bring the best products to our loyal customers. We are happy to announce the introduction of another top-quality company to our website: Gnu Foods.
Gnu Foods is a small company that makes all natural, great tasting foods that help address specific nutritional needs and health conditions.
Founded in 2004, Gnu Foods create foods that help keep us in natural balance. The name is inspired by the African Gnu (pronounced “noo”) because the animal lives in balance with nature. So does Gnu Food products.
Gnu bars were the first product ever made by Gnu Foods, a high fiber bar that promotes regularity and heart health.
The company is dedicated to creating products to promote real health. Processed foods tend to have all the “goodness” squeezed out of them and many contain additives, not designed for our bodies.
Gnu foods is what your body was made for, made with all natural ingredients every body needs.
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| Filed Under: Health Foods at 9:28 am | By: Mauricio Matusiak, Senior Editor |
Apple Cider vinegar has become popular because of its health benefits. Apple Cider tablets have been one of the top-selling weight-loss products across the country for years but now the vinegar has become popular too.
Apple Cider vinegar is made from cider or by crushing apples and squeezing out the liquid. Yeast is added to the liquid to start the alcoholic fermentation process, which turns the sugars into alcohol. In a second part of the process, the alcohol is converted by acetic acid-forming bacteria into vinegar. Acetic acid gives vinegar its sour taste.
Known as the healthy vinegar, apple cider can be used in cooking or diluted in juice or honey before drinking. Some people dislike the taste due to its acidity but it’s much healthier than clear vinegar, which has none of the benefits of apple cider vinegar.
Most products are unfiltered and unpasteurized but only raw organic apple cider vinegar has the “mother of vinegar” present as a natural product. If you never heard of it, mother of vinegar is a substance composed of a form of cellulose and acetic acid bacteria that develops on fermenting alcoholic liquids. While not the best in appearance, the “mother of vinegar” makes the vinegar beneficial as it’s made of living nutrients and bacteria. You can actually see it settled in the bottom of the bottle.
The vinegar retains many of apple’s beneficial components and it’s proven to be an efficient energy booster. Apple cider vinegar helps to break down fats so that your body can use them rather than store them.
In addition, raw apple cider vinegar may help improve bowel irregularity, thereby removing toxins from the body at a faster rate.
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Lucky Vitamin is proud to announce the addition of Harbinger products to our website.
Harbinger is the leading fitness accessory brands in the US and Canada.
Harbinger offers gloves, belts, wrist wraps, lifting straps, machine attachments, a full range of hand exercise tools and other products designed to enhance even the most rigorous training regimens.
Located in the beautiful wine region of Napa, California, Harbinger develops and produces a multitude of top-quality products with focus on the strength training consumer. Products use the latest innovation to improve performance, setting up new standards in the fitness world.
Lucky Vitamin is now carrying 89 Harbingers products at our discounted prices.
Harbinger’s FlexFit lifting gloves have been the top selling training gloves for the last 15 years.
Harbinger’s weighted resistance fitness balls are also one of the best selling fitness products on the market and can be found in gyms across the country. Harbinger’s fitness balls do not bounce or roll and are used to enhance strength and endurance by helping isolate specific muscle groups during training; a great product for hands, biceps, triceps, abdominals and stretching.
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Winter is quickly approaching and, once again, it’s time to fortify your immune system.
Boosting immunity is easy and simple. We all know the importance a healthy diet loaded with vitamin C to maintain a strong immune system. Adequate indoor temperature is also important to stay healthy. Make sure heaters are set between 65-70 degrees, not too hot, not too cold. Drastic temperature changes are often responsible for colds, sneezing and runny nose.
Natural supplements are one of the safest approaches for immune support and overall health. Immune support formulas provide plenty of vitamins, including high doses of vitamin C, as well as zinc and herbal combinations including ingredients such as Echinacea and Elderberry, known for keeping the immune system at peak performance.
Vitamin C supplements are still the number one product for immunity but a glass of orange juice every morning can help. Take advantage of seasonal fresh produce. Tangerines, mandarin oranges, grapefruit and kiwifruit are all good sources of vitamin C. Don’t like citrus? No problem, mushrooms may help.
Mushroom extracts have become a very efficient natural alternative to enhance the immune system. Most products offer a blend of mushrooms such as shiitake and maitake, clinically tested to ensure results. If you have tried these products in past winters and did not like the results, probotics may be the solution.
Probiotic is known as the “good bacteria” and can build up the immune system, preventing fever, cough and colds. It can significantly reduce the duration of fever and is highly recommended during antibiotic use.
Don’t wait any longer. Start building up a strong immune system right now and be ready when the real winter arrives.
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Lucky Vitamin is proud to introduce ULive products to our customers.
ULive offers a unique line of alternative liquid remedies. These exclusive formulas were created by Tappan August to bring you the same relief he discovered during his search for a good night, without groggy side effects.
The company works to develop and improve an effective and natural herbal alternative to mainstream sleep aids and pills.
ULive believes liquid supplements have benefits that make them more efficient and effective than taking pills. In addition, kids and young adults should not be taking pills to fall asleep. Liquid remedy is a more natural choice and can be added to drinks such as milk, hot chocolate or juice.
Taste is generally the problem for liquid remedies. ULive has developed a special formula with natural flavors and stevia sweetener to improve the taste of products.
ULive U-Sleep dietary supplement has become one of the best natural sleep aid formulas on the market because of its effectiveness and great taste.
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| Filed Under: Herbs at 4:20 pm | By: Mauricio Matusiak, Senior Editor |
“I don’t remember”. How many times have you said this sentence? Multiple times, that’s for sure. But let’s think about the past month or even just the past week?
If you continue to say it periodically, you could benefit from a natural memory enhancer. Our hectic lifestyle is one of the reasons we aren’t able to remember everything. Some people often forget names, numbers, addresses or information needed on a daily basis and, for the most part, that’s not a major problem.
However, when lack of memory creates major inconveniences and becomes a serious issue, that’s the time a natural memory enhancer could help you.
Ginkgo Biloba is one of the best natural products to enhance memory. Ginkgo supplements are well-known for its effects on memory and thinking.
Medicinal use of Ginkgo Biloba dates back almost 5,000 years in Chinese herbal medicine. Ginkgo Biloba is the world’s oldest living species of tree, which can live as long as 1,000 years and the leaves are normally used for supplements. Ginkgo supplements used as memory and concentration enhancers are usually taken in the range of 40–200 mg per day.
Ginkgo promotes antioxidant activity supporting the brain and central nervous system. Studies have shown that ginkgo extracts may help increasing circulation to the brain and other parts of the body and may exert a protective action on nerve cells, regulating the tone and elasticity of blood vessels, making circulation more efficient.
Ginkgo can significantly improve attention in healthy individuals. Allegedly, the effect is almost immediate and reaches its peak in about two hours after the intake.
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Lucky Vitamin is going overseas to bring you the best products in the planet. This time, we take a long trip to the land “down under” to find another top-quality company for personal care products: Natralia products.
Natralia is part of a group of companies named Brands Worldwide. Established in 1990, this Australian owned company has offices in Sydney and Melbourne, Australia and Auckland, New Zealand.
Brands Worldwide researches, develops, sources, distributes and markets cosmetics and alternative health and wellbeing products. Natralia products are available not only in Australia but everywhere around the world, bringing customers an entire line of products developed by market leaders in quality, efficacy and innovation.
The company strives to ensure all products are manufactured under strict quality control conditions in GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) approved facilities with the highest quality ingredients used in all the products.
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