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Jordan Markuson is the founder and CEO of Aqua Health Labs, a revolutionary concept in dietary supplementation. A former internet advertising executive with extensive Chicago real estate holdings, a love for the outdoors inspired him to leverage his commercial expertise for the greater good. Exploring natural options to support recovery from a serious skiing injury and pain management for fibromyalgia led him to extensively research the science of essential fatty acids. Now, this independent entrepreneurial conservationist is a passionate advocate for environmentally sustainable healthy living practices. Jordan is a frequent content contributor to healthy living websites and publications, and is available for speaking engagements. Email [email protected] to learn more.

Memory Improved 20% by Nature Walk

New study finds that short-term memory is improved 20% by walking in nature, or even just by looking at an image of a natural scene. I’m sitting in front of the computer and I’ve been working too hard for too… 0 Shares |

Natural Insulin Alternatives

While researchers often look at a single variable when trying to discover a cure for a disease, often the best approach is one that addresses the body as a whole.  As with all diseases, the best cure is good prevention,… 0 Shares |

4 Reasons to Start Taking Magnesium Today

Magnesium is an essential mineral for staying healthy and is required for more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body. Multiple health benefits of magnesium include transmission of nerve impulses, body temperature regulation, detoxification, energy production, and the formation of… 0 Shares |

Papayas among top offenders in GMO trade detections

International trade incidents of GM crops mixed with supposedly non-GM shipments have spiked in recent years, according to data collected from the United Nations’ (UN) Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) from 75 of its member countries. Of 198 cases reported… 0 Shares |

FDA Announces Qualified Health Claims for Omega-3 Fatty Acids

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced the availability of a qualified health claim for reduced risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) on conventional foods that contain eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) omega-3 fatty acids. Typically, EPA… 0 Shares |

Ask the Expert: Omega-3 Fatty Acid

Dr. Frank Sacks Professor of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Department of Nutrition, Harvard School of Public Health 1. What are omega-3 fatty acids, and why should I make sure to include them in my diet? Omega-3 fatty acids (also known as… 0 Shares |

L-Proline – Keeps Your Skin, Heart and Joints Young!

Proline is an amino acid, one of the twenty DNA-encoded amino acids.  They are essential amino acids, meaning that they are components which cannot be produced by the body and, therefore, must be obtained from a diet or through supplementation.… 0 Shares |

IBS – No Cure or No Big Pharma Cure?

IMAGINE HAVING A CONDITION with symptoms so severe that you can’t leave the house, yet your doctor calls it a “functional,” or “psychosomatic,” disease — meaning that it’s all in your head. But it’s a very real problem for the… 0 Shares |

Chipotle Warns It Might Stop Serving Guacamole If Climate Change Gets Worse

It’s your choice, America. Fix the climate, or the guac gets it. Chipotle Inc. is warning investors that extreme weather events “associated with global climate change” might eventually affect the availability of some of its ingredients. If availability is limited,… 0 Shares |

L-Proline & Your Skin

Today there are an overwhelming number of beauty treatments and regimens on the market. For the average woman, knowing what to focus on or try first can be difficult. One often-overlooked secret to looking younger and healthier — and actually… 0 Shares |