Big Tree Farms Coconut Palm Sugar is the first certified organic coconut sugar in the world. It is made by collecting, boiling, and granulizing nectar from the flower blossom of the green coconut palm tree.  It is superior to cane sugar for the reason that it has a low glycemic index having little effect on blood sugar. Big Tree Farms has created a product that is not only a healthy sweetener but also packs a nutritious punch with the addition of turmeric root. Turmeric root is used as a healing tonic to fight inflammation because it is the most powerful anti-inflammatory found in nature. Turmeric is an indirect antioxidant meaning it stimulates your body’s own antioxidant activity by prompting your liver to produce antioxidants.  Antioxidants are very beneficial in fighting free radicals in the body to protect against sickness and disease. Use this product to give food an Indian flare or to give an anti-inflammatory boost to tea and coffee!

Vitamin D is commonly known as “the sunshine vitamin” due to the fact that our bodies can synthesize it when exposed to the sun. However, many people are deficient in vitamin D even when exposed to high amounts of sun.  This is because our bodies must convert vitamin D to the active form and that conversion is regulated by the parathyroid hormone, calcium, and phosphorus. Vitamin D is proven to promote bone health because it transports calcium into the bone, and without it, calcium will not be properly absorbed. Without the sufficient amounts of each vitamin and mineral our bodies cannot function at its optimum level. Vitamin D3 is the superior form so supplementing with a good quality vitamin D like this product by Orthomolecular is essential. Vitamin D has also been shown to maintain cardiovascular function and promote immune function. Do not take if pregnant or nursing. Consult your health care practitioner or physician prior to starting a new supplement.  

Big Tree Farms is one of our favorite companies because they use organic and sustainably sourced ingredients in all their products. With a blend of exotic raw honeys and truly raw vanilla beans, Alor Vanilla Bean Honey packs a delicious and nutritious punch. Raw honey has anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-viral properties strengthening the immune system. Vanilla beans have health benefits of their own containing all the B-complex vitamins and some minerals such as potassium, magnesium, manganese, iron, zinc, and calcium. This honey is sweet and decadent making it delicious drizzled on coconut milk ice cream, desserts, in coffee, or in tea.

Sleeping is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle because the body needs rest in order to function properly throughout the day. This supplement by Orthomolecular combines natural ingredients to promote restful sleep without the negative side effects that are common with over the counter remedies. The four main ingredients found in Natural ZZZ’s are Valerian Root, Jujube Seed, Passion Flower, and Theanine. Valerian Root helps to promote muscle relaxation while Jujube Seed has been scientifically proven to be an effective sleep aid. Passion Flower is used to ease nervous tension and help the body fall asleep. Studies have shown that Theanine counter-balances caffeine in the body which is helpful for those who drink coffee.  Theanine also reduces stress and promotes rest by having a calming effect on the brain. All of these ingredients together will help to calm the mind and promote deep sleep at night in order to be productive the next day. Do not take if pregnant or nursing. Consult your health care practitioner or physician prior to starting a new supplement. This product is NOT to be combined with other sleeping medications or supplements.  

Phosphatidylserine is a fat-soluble phospholipid that is found in large quantities in nervous tissues and the brain. It is very helpful for those that are suffering from adrenal fatigue to help calm high nighttime cortisol levels. This will help to relax the body and promote undisrupted sleep throughout the night. Phosphatidylserine also promotes nerve cell function to help maintain a healthy nervous system. This supplement has also been used on a clinical level to improve memory and cognitive function. Do not take if pregnant or nursing. Consult your health care practitioner or physician prior to starting a new supplement.