Category Archives: WELLNESS

Vitamin Vape : A Better Way To B, B12 that is!

June 23, 2017

Imagine getting to vape your vitamins? Well, it’s here, VITAMIN VAPE – a new way to get your B12.

Each vaporizer contains 14 servings of B12. An injection typically only has 1000 mcg of B12.

These are so handy, fun, and totally genius, the only problem is stopping at the recommended dose of 5 inhalations a day.

Here’s a bunch of stuff that I pulled from the website because it sounds so much better they way they explain it!

The Science Behind Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 is an extremely important part of your dietary intake.

According to the National Institute of Health: “Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that helps keep the body’s nerve and blood cells healthy and helps make DNA, the genetic material in all cells. Vitamin B12 also helps prevent a type of anemia called megaloblastic anemia that makes people tired and weak [1].”

The UK Vegan Society, the Vegetarian Resource Group, and the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, among others, recommend that vegans either consistently eat B12-fortified foods or take a daily or weekly B12 supplement to meet the recommended intake.

In other words, it’s very important you get enough vitamin B12 in your body.

How to verify how well VitaminVape works for you?

In order to verify its effectiveness for yourself, you can follow some simple steps below:

  1. Consult your Doctor. Buy vitamin B12 blood tests at your local Quest or Labcorp testing lab.
  2. Go without B12 supplementation for 1 week (get your Doctor’s permission first) to establish your baseline B12 levels.
  3. Get your first B12 blood test performed.
  4. Inhale 10 puffs of VITAMINVAPE.
  5. Wait 5 minutes.
  6. Get your second B12 blood test performed.
  7. Repeat 4-6 for as many days as you’d like.
  8. Plot the results on a chart and see how well it worked for you!

The data here is clear again, using VitaminVape shows immediate B12 absorption into the blood though individual results may vary. This is a slightly different use for vaping technology but might be a good springboard for getting involved in the vaping scene. Those that want to try it out for themselves could purchase a vape starter kit to get a head start and begin sampling flavorful e-liquids.

Simple, high-quality ingredients you can recognize and trust:

  • Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
  • Vegetable Glycerin USP
  • Distilled Water
  • Organic Fruit Flavor Extract (Water, Organic Ethyl Alcohol, and Natural Flavors)
  • Organic Vanilla Extract (Organic Vanilla Beans, Organic Ethyl Alcohol, Organic Cane Sugar)
  • Vegan, Gluten-Free

VITAMINVAPE is vegan, gluten-free, and made with all-American ingredients.

It never contains nicotine, tobacco, propylene glycol, diacetyl, acetyl propionyl, or cannabinoids,

And of course, it really works !!

Academic Literature on B12 Inhalation

Peer-reviewed studies going back over half a century indicate that inhalation is an extremely effective way of absorbing vitamin B12 [4] [5] [6]. After only one dose they indicate immediate absorption [4]:

 

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There are a couple of key reasons that vitamin B12 works so well for inhalation. One reason is that your body only needs a small amount of vitamin B12 everyday [1], so you can inhale it in 10-20 puffs. That’s not true with a lot of other vitamins, like vitamin C, which would take thousands of puffs. Another reason is that vitamin B12 is NOT sensitive to the heat associated with vaporizing [3].

Ultimately, however, the existing data speaks for itself when it comes to the efficacy of B12 inhalation. It is many times more efficient than pill absorption, and comparable only to injections.

Research using VitaminVape

Our own research with VitaminVape confirms very similar results, sustained over days of once-daily use:

 

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The price is $20 for 1 vape pen, $45 for 3, $100 for 10. WORTH IT!!

7 Steps to Happiness from be&behappy.

June 21, 2017

WHO WANT’S TO BE MY HAPPINESS BUDDY?!! LET’S DO THIS!! PLEASE EMAIL ME AND I WILL DO IT WITH YOU!

The next challenge starts on July 7th and all Groomed LA readers will receive a 20% discount when you use code GROOMEDLA20 at check out! https://beandbehappy.com/product/detox-challenge/

 Is It possible to achieve a happier you in 7 days?

(SHE LOOKS REALLY FRICKEN HAPPY!)

Living in big cities gets hectic. We know. Summer is officially here, calendars are not only filled with the regular day job, but it gets filled with more happy hours, beach days, pool parties, action packed vacations, and so much more. Before you know it you’re doing so much and your body, mind and soul disconnects from each other and you find yourself overwhelmed and lost. When you’ve hit the point you’ll feel exhausted, overwhelmed and at even unhappy. Luckily, there’s something you have that can change it.

It’s called a choice, and today, you can choose to be happy.

There’s a True Detox Challenge out there, and no, it doesn’t require you to binge on lemon, vinegar and cookies.

be&behappy wants you to have best summer (so keep reading to find true happiness is 7 days…)

be&behappy is a group of happiness experts who have practiced years of Ayurvedic health. They provide the necessary tools and support to help you rediscover the happiness of the body, mind and soul!

  1. Day One: Release what’s negative in your life. This may be hard because that negativity can be a something or a someone. It’s not something you can do overnight, but the first step to letting go is a step closer to happiness.
  2. Day Two: Identify what gives you peace. To be peaceful is to be calm in your heart and mind. Ask yourself what is it that brings you peace? Take a moment to think deeply and go after it!
  3. Day Three: Always look on the brighter side. Is the glass half empty or is it half full? When you turn a negative into a positive or look for a solution rather than the problem, you will find yourself closer to happiness and contentment.
  4. Day Four: Express gratitude. There are so many things to be grateful for. It could be for the little things like sunshine or the big things like an amazing family and a great group of friends. Identify what it is you’re grateful for!
  5. Day Five: Be your own cheerleader. Daily. Tell yourself you are awesome. Recognize that there is only one you and you have purpose! Don’t only tell yourself, but believe
  6. Day Six: It’s all about being present. Focus on the here and now. Don’t ruminate over the past and don’t worry about the future. What matters is what are you doing to make improve yourself right this very second.
  7. Day Seven: Reward yourself and celebrate you. Life is all about the little things that make a HUGE difference. The fact that you took a step to release what’s negative is a victory, the fact that you decided to eat one more serving of fruits and vegetables is a victory. These things are great things and they should be recognized and rewarded.

These are just a few ways to achieve happiness. The True Detox Challenge gives you a chance to join a challenge with people all over the world. Before you convince yourself that you’re not happy, you have the choice to be otherwise.

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LEK FIT in Larchmont/Hancock Park

June 9, 2017

I finally made it to the private-in-home (ok, behind home) fitness class of Laren Kleban – LEKfit .

I have been trying my hardest to get my ass there and because I don’t Bounce ( her signature class) – I had to coordinate the best time to take her lower impact class.

Lauren Kleban is known for her trampoline and dance-inspired workouts that she hosts out of her tricked-out garage. She has a major cult following amongst LA’s most influential bloggers and celeb moms (just go to her Instagram).

Lauren recently launched her streaming service  for those of us who can’t make it to sweet studio. There you can find loads of effective videos that can be mix and matched, to customize your own workouts from anywhere. 

First of all, I’m sore AF. In a way I can only dream of. I love being sore because it means I’m working overlooked muscle groups. In this case, all of them. Lauren is delightful. Sweet, cool, weighs around 50 pounds of solid muscle. Let’s say – she’s inspiring (for a mom of two – WTF?!)

The studio is cozy and chic. The class was a perfect mix of med-high impact dance aerobics (think classic old school – the kind your mom did – which is me, cause I’m old). It’s all very easy to follow. Thank god. No cray cray choreo or long-ass routines which make my head spin.  I have enough on my mind – I don’t need to go to a fitness class to learn a routine, thank you. This was easy peasy to follow and even me with my bilateral metallic hips fared well. The sculpting was mostly arms and floor work lower body for butt and legs. Abs were addressed mostly with a little plank routine thrown in. I was dripping. I got a great hit of cardio and this is a perfect class to add to your weekly routine if you are addicted to spinning, like myself. The music is poppy and fun and the vibe is concentrated, focused and fun.

MONK BOTANICALS WITH AND WITHOUT CANNABIS

June 8, 2017

By now we know the healing and medicinal benefits of CDB. And brands and marketing are catching on. All things CBG are becoming more sophisticated and accessible to everyone. MONK PROVISIONS has debuted an exquisite line of drinking botanicals, infused with all sorts of goodies in the fruits, herbs and flavoring department, as well as the CBD and low-level THC.

Of course I was first taken with the stunning branding and packaging. Yes, I lost my mind over it, even before trying it.

The delicious glass-bottled botanicals come in a variety of divine flavors and all have various ‘prescriptions’.

I finally was able to try one last night. Not knowing how I would respond, I waited for the perfect evening. It says it’s fast acting and mild. I was a little nervous as I had never tried any liquid like this and had no idea what to expect. I for sure do not like feeling ‘out of it’ or ‘out of control’ so I sipped my concoction very slowly. I figured it can’t be more disorienting than a Margarita or glass of wine, and at least this has proven medicinal qualities. The great news (for me) is, I almost felt nothing. The other news (for some) is that I almost felt nothing. The best news is, you can easily monitor your experience because it truly is mild. I felt good, excited to take a walk and go out for dinner, but unaltered in any way. Frankly, I was relieved. If I decide I want to get a little more ‘feeling’ – I would say, try another one. For the most part, it was a yummy fun experience and if you are looking for a summer house warming gift – THIS IS IT.

Monk will surely impress anyone and everyone. Forget the bottle of wine this year and grab the assortment box. I guarantee that whoever receives this gift will be over the moon and them some. It’s perfect for a little dinner party or weekend BBQ.     

Some more info pulled from their gorgeous website.

THIS IS THE HIT RIGHT HERE!! The sampler.

Adrenal Fatigue and The Perils of Running on Empty

May 21, 2017

Dr. Chad Larson, NMD, DC, CCN, CSCS, Advisor and Consultant on Clinical Consulting Team for Cyrex Laboratories weighs in…

We all have those moments of feeling like we’re running on empty. It’s all too common in these fast-paced times, and generally we’re pretty good at finding ways to recharge—whether it’s going for a walk, relaxing with friends, planning a vacation, or taking a nap. But if that feeling of fatigue or exhaustion just won’t subside, no matter how much rest you are getting, there could be a deeper issue. You may be suffering from adrenal insufficiency, more commonly known as “adrenal fatigue.”

The adrenal glands sit on top of the kidneys and manufacture and secrete steroid and catecholamine (adrenaline) hormones, including cortisol, DHEA and epinephrine, the three main stress hormones. These hormones are essential for life, health and vitality; they modulate the functioning of every tissue, organ and gland in your body to keep you alive and maintain balance from different sources of stress. They also have effects on the way you think and feel.

Adrenal fatigue is a term used to describe adrenal gland exhaustion causing insufficient production and secretion of hormones. Abnormal adrenal function can be influenced by mental/emotional, biochemical and physical stressors, which affect many functions of the body. While we cannot control the occurrences of all of life’s stressors, we can control our diet and nutrition, which—if poor—can cause biochemical stress. Adrenal fatigue can then present itself through some of the common symptoms of hormone imbalance including:

  • Alcohol intolerance
  • Blood sugar imbalances
  • Chronic inflammation
  • Craving for sweets
  • Excessive fatigue
  • Food allergies and sensitivities
  • Headaches
  • Inability to concentrate
  • Insomnia
  • Irritability

Many of these symptoms are interrelated. For example, although each of our bodies reacts differently to different foods, many people suffer from adrenal fatigue as a result of blood sugar imbalances due to gluten sensitivity. In this case, gluten acts as a toxin, prohibiting the absorption of vital nutrients and causing instable blood sugar levels. This can then trigger headaches, excessive fatigue, cravings for sweets and so on.

But it is important to recognize that adrenal fatigue can be the cause or effect of more serious conditions. When adrenal gland function is compromised, your body’s ability to respond to illness can weaken, making you more susceptible to developing other conditions, such as autoimmune-related diseases. Conversely, adrenal fatigue can be the effect of preexisting diseases due to excessive adrenal response. In the instance of gluten sensitivity leading to adrenal fatigue, blood sugar imbalances can cause hypoglycemia or even diabetes, whereas adrenal fatigue could also be the effect of a poorly managed, preexisting case of diabetes.

While the adrenal glands assist our bodies in managing stress, we can return the favor and support our adrenals by maintaining a healthy, balanced diet. For those who may be suffering from adrenal fatigue, an optimal diet would consist of high-quality protein, healthy fats and organic whole foods, while avoiding sugars, caffeine, grains and alcohol. For targeted nutritional supplementation, Vitamins C and B-Complex, herbal adaptogens and adrenal gland extract can also be of benefit. But as each one of us is unique, it is important to listen to your body and observe your response to different foods.

If you are suffering from any of the symptoms mentioned or suspect that diet might be affecting consistency in your body’s energy level or overall function, testing for food sensitivities is a great place to start. Cyrex Laboratories, a clinical laboratory specializing in functional immunology and autoimmunity, offers advanced, innovative tests designed to detect and monitor autoimmune reactivities and their possible triggers. The Array 3 – Wheat/Gluten Proteome Reactivity & Autoimmunity Screen™ and the Array 4 – Gluten-Associated Cross-Reactive Foods and Foods Sensitivity Screen™ are recommended.

It is important to stay current on wellness exams and seek professional medical attention if you are feeling like you don’t have any gas in the tank and can’t seem to shake it. There are many things you can do to manage stress and improve quality of life on your own as well. Keeping your diet and nutrition in check is essential for achieving optimal health, enjoying life—and one of the easiest ways to balance your adrenal function.

Dr. Chad Larson, NMD, DC, CCN, CSCS, Advisor and Consultant on Clinical Consulting Team for Cyrex Laboratories. Dr. Larson holds a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Southern California University of Health Sciences. He is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He particularly pursues advanced developments in the fields of endocrinology, orthopedics, sports medicine, and environmentally-induced chronic disease.