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How to Balance Hormones Naturally Before Pregnancy: 8 Ways to Support Fertility
If you're thinking about getting pregnant, you may be wondering: Is there anything I can do now to improve my fertility naturally? There is no food, supplement, cleanse, or lifestyle routine that can guarantee pregnancy. Fertility is complex and can be affected by age, reproductive health, genetics, sperm health, medical conditions, and many other factors. But preparing for pregnancy isn't only about waiting for a positive test. The months before conception are an opportunity
Theresa Carlstedt
Aug 245 min read


Feeling Older at 35? Your Biological Age May Tell a Different Story
You're only 35, 38 or 45. So why are you suddenly more tired? Why doesn't your body bounce back like it used to? Why is maintaining your weight harder? Why does one bad night's sleep seem to affect your entire next day? Is this just what happens after 35—or is there more to the story? There may be. Your Birthday Is Only One Measure of Age Your chronological age is simple: the number of birthdays you've celebrated. Your biological age is different. It's an estimate of how your
Theresa Carlstedt
Aug 173 min read


What is NAD+? The Tiny Molecule That Keeps You Alive (And Why Almost Nobody Has Heard of It)
What if I told you that every one of the 37 trillion cells in your body runs on a tiny molecule you've probably never heard of? It's called NAD+. Most Americans couldn't tell you what it is. Yet without it... your heart couldn't beat. Your brain couldn't think. Your muscles couldn't move. Your skin couldn't repair itself. In fact, if your cells didn't have NAD+, life would stop in seconds. So why isn't anyone talking about it? Imagine your body is a city. Every house... every
Theresa Carlstedt
Aug 64 min read


Meet Vivix+NAD - Reverse 8 Years of Cellular Aging in 2 months
Some moments in life stay with you forever. Standing in a room filled with thousands of people as Shaklee unveiled the future of longevity was one of those moments. This wasn't just another annual convention. It was Shaklee's 70th Anniversary Celebration—a milestone honoring seven decades of pioneering nutrition, scientific research, and helping people live healthier, longer lives. As the lights dimmed in Nashville and the countdown began, there was an unmistakable feeling th
Theresa Carlstedt
Aug 34 min read


Pain Relievers Could Be Affecting Your Kidneys
For many families, medications like aspirin and acetaminophen (Tylenol®) have become household staples for headaches, aches, pains, and fevers. But emerging research has raised important questions about how regular use of these products may impact long-term kidney health, particularly in individuals who already have underlying health concerns. Studies published from John Hopkins to The New England Journal of Medicine found that individuals who used daily pain relievers regula
Theresa Carlstedt
Jul 153 min read


The Hidden Connection Between PCOS and Liver Health: What Every Woman Needs to Know
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects millions of women worldwide and is often associated with irregular periods, infertility, weight gain, acne, and unwanted hair growth. But what many women don't realize is that PCOS can also have a profound impact on liver health. Emerging research shows that women with PCOS are significantly more likely to develop fatty liver disease, a condition that often progresses silently for years before symptoms appear. In fact, studies suggest
Theresa Carlstedt
Jun 34 min read
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