Go Nutrients Blog

Mind and Body

7 Easy Methods for Mindful Living

When we think of mindful living, a number of definitions rise to the top, such as being present and thoughtful. On paper, they sound reasonable but when we add in the element of human behavior and our unpredictable nature, two other words enter the mindful lexicon – reacting and responding. What is the difference between reacting and responding? They seem interchangeable, … [Read more...] about 7 Easy Methods for Mindful Living

Mental Health and Genetics. Is There a Connection?

The connection between mental health and genetics has gained more interest. Researchers are performing more and more studies to find the answers. Mental illness is relentless. Patients and their caregivers face stressful days and restless nights — filled with profound physical and emotional challenges. For Brandon B.*, a patient with bipolar disorder, life was like being … [Read more...] about Mental Health and Genetics. Is There a Connection?

Powerful Magnesium Benefits that Relieve Stress

Q: With parties, special events, shopping for gifts, buying food, cooking, and traveling to visit family out of town, I tend to overdo it and become anxiety-ridden, irritable, stressed out, fatigued, and sometimes downright depressed during the holidays. Is there a supplement you could recommend to take the edge off and help me feel more relaxed and balanced? —Julianne S., … [Read more...] about Powerful Magnesium Benefits that Relieve Stress

5 Ways Yoga Can Help You De-Stress and Clear Your Mind

Stress response is a normal part of life, and it can even benefit us in quite a number of ways, especially when it comes to managing our daily routines as well as responding to emergency situations. However, if we allow stress to accumulate too much in our bodies, then we run the risk of developing a number of physical and mental conditions that could drastically affect our … [Read more...] about 5 Ways Yoga Can Help You De-Stress and Clear Your Mind

10 Ways To Boost Your Mood Naturally

Coming down with a case of the blues? You’re not alone. It’s estimated that up to 10 percent of the population in the United States will show signs of a declining mood as the days get shorter and the temperatures drop. There is a way to naturally boost your mood during that time. A specific type of mood disorder that’s directly related to the change in seasons is commonly … [Read more...] about 10 Ways To Boost Your Mood Naturally

5 Important Mental Health Habits

For athletes, days off are important for physical recovery and muscle repair, but they are also imperative for mental health. If your motivation is flagging, you’re disappointed in your progress or you’re simply in a funk because #life, resetting your mental rheostat could be just what you need to get back on track, both in and out of the gym. Take time for yourself while … [Read more...] about 5 Important Mental Health Habits

5 Tips for Adding Activated Charcoal to your Beauty Routine

Activated charcoal is nothing new on the health scene. Ancient Egyptians used it as early as 1,500 BC (Cleopatra reportedly lined her eyes with charcoal), and women around the world have used it for teeth whitening, skin care, and natural cleansing. In modern medicine, it’s used in emergency rooms to treat drug overdoses and poisoning by attaching to toxins and preventing their … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Adding Activated Charcoal to your Beauty Routine