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My goal is to spread awareness so we can reduce suffering from something that is so easily preventable and treatable. It seems a B12 deficiency can mimic or possibly even have an underlying cause of multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, Dementia, Autism, Fibromyalgia, Infertility, and Post-partum depression, just to name a few. In fact, knowing what I know now, I think it could have led to  my diagnosis with CRPS  6 years ago. Here’s the deal, B-12 is CRAZY important, in fact, it’s CRITICAL to life, but it’s also the most difficult vitamin to absorb, which is why so many people are deficient and don’t even know it. THE DANGERS OF A B12 DEFICIENCY  True confession, I’m not a huge fan of hospitals and rarely go unless absolutely necessary. Nothing against Doctors and Nurses, I have so much respect for all healers and my mom and grandmother even worked in a hospital at one point, but I find the sterile environment a little intimidating. Not to mention it seems...

After a long and taxing day, all you want to do is lie down and sleep on your warm and soft bed. However, there are times when you can’t quickly fall asleep. There are a lot of factors why you can’t sleep, such as unpleasant odor, distracting noises, or overthinking about problems. Getting enough sleep at night is essential. If you don’t get quality sleep, you won’t have the energy for the next day. Here are some nifty tips to help you sleep better at night so you can wake up refreshed in the morning. 1. Turn off Appliances and Gadgets The light from the screen can distract you, making it harder for you to fall asleep. Turn off your TV and other appliances at least an hour before you go to sleep. Don’t place your phone near you because you might get tempted to keep using it and you’ll sleep later than your usual sleeping time. 2. Avoid Late Afternoon Naps It’s okay to take naps, but do it in the earlier part of the day. If you sleep in the afte...

Aromatherapy has been used for centuries to relieve ailments such as the common cold or flu. This involves the heating and smoking of herbs to get the benefits of the aroma it emits. The problem with that method is that the process of combustion, which creates the smoke you inhale, releases chemicals that have been shown to affect the health negatively. Fortunately, technological advancements have led to the creation of devices that allow you to enjoy aromatherapy’s benefits without worrying about the negative effects of smoking. One of the devices currently being advised as a healthier alternative to smoking is the handheld vaporizer. There is a wide range of options where an herbal vaporizer is concerned, and a wide range of herbs you can safely vaporize as well. Here are some of the best aromatherapy herbs you may want to use the next time you vaporize: 1.  Basil  – If you’re suffering from a gassy stomach, you can get relief by vaporizing this herb. Basil h...

As cutting-edge technology enters the cannabis space, portable vaporizers are often at the forefront of cannabis innovation. From vaporizers featuring water filtration to app-synced offerings, we’ve listed some of the most specialized vapes designed for use with cannabis flower. Touted as “the iPhone of Vaporizers,” the Firefly 2 has its finger on the pulse of vape technology with its own iOS and Android apps. With a wide temperature range of 200-500°F, a removable mouthpiece, a magnetic lid, and fresh air intakes, this sleek piece is the perfect mix of technology and cannabis.  Pax has made a name for itself as one of the leading vaporizer companies on the market, and their Pax 3 is no exception. Load up this Bluetooth- and app-enabled vape with loose flower or extract, and you can expect over 90 minutes of battery power wrapped up with four heat settings and a 10-year warranty. Boasting eight heat settings, the Utillian 721 offers a wide ran...

The debates about whether e-cigarettes should be used as smoking cessation aids have been ongoing for the better part of the last decade. Since they were first introduced to the US market back in 2006, they have divided scientists and smokers alike. While there are still questions about the long-term effects of vaping on the health, there’s mounting scientific evidence that suggests e-cig benefits tied to smoking cessation may very well outweigh the concerns highlighted by the skeptics. There have been numerous studies done on the subject, but perhaps the one that carries the most weight is the one conducted by the Public Health England (PHE) back in 2015. The authors of that comprehensive review have concluded that combustible cigarettes are still the number one preventable cause of death in the UK (and around the world) and that, in comparison, e-cigarettes are around 95 % safer. Based on that report, the UK government has given permission to local authoriti...

Woohoo its here!So many of you had questions about these products and have been waiting for this review.I've been using all three of these: Relax (Purple), Energize (Orange) and Grace (Green) in the past two weeks to get a real feel on how they work and if they really live up to the hype.As I mentioned in my first impressions, I had many reasons to review these which will be explained in each section.I've never touched a cigarette or vapour in my life, mainly because of the bad chemicals which these do not have.VitaStik also state on there website that these shouldn't be used as an alternative to vitamins, as the dosage of these per inhale are only very small.Its also good for those who are trying to give up smoking and also those new (like me) get to vape without the bad stuff like nicotine and tar, which these do not contain.I've done a section on each VitaStik of my experience and my overall thoughts at the end, including my stepdad.So before I get into the review...

If you’re vegan, you already know it can be tough to get all your nutrients from foods and cooking alone. Sure, modern grocers now offer an ever-expanding pantry of quick-fix essentials (from coconut mayo to soy protein jerky), but that’s not always enough to cover your vitamin and mineral needs. In this case, certain key supplements can help — such as vitamin B12, “which keeps blood cells healthy and helps make DNA,” says Lisa Young, Ph.D, R.D., an adjunct profession of nutrition at New York University and author of The Portion Teller. “It’s found in all animal products, including dairy,” she says, and that’s often why vegans can fall short in getting the recommended daily amount (2.4 micrograms). But if you’d rather not pop a pill? Well, there’s a vape for that. Meet the  Vitamin Vape , a vaporizer that lets you inhale 28 servings of 500 micrograms of vitamin B12. It’s free of nicotine, caffeine and sugar, and might increase energy levels. (Still, experts say that vaping in ...

In the midst of my web surfing one day, I came across an advertisement for a vitamin vape pen (thanks Google ads).  I had never heard of such a thing and was instantly intrigued.  As a whole, vaping is a big trend right now.  You can walk down the street to find vape shops and people smoking their own personal vape pens filled with anything from medicinal marijuana to flavored oils, and now…vitamins!  Vaping, to me, seems a strange way to administer vitamins, but perhaps there could be benefits to it…couldn’t there? I looked into the health claims and scientific research out there to find out exactly how it works and what–if any–benefits there are to vaping your vitamins.  Whatever it is that goes into the vapor liquid, the devices all work the same: a heating component on one end aerosolizes the liquid solution, and the vapor is inhaled through a mouthpiece.  There has been a lot of controversy around vaping and its safety.  Supporters argue that...