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Jan Stanovnik, Vancouver, BC (2025)

12/09/2025

🧬 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡: 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐎𝐦𝐞𝐠𝐚-𝟑 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐞

Most people focus on vitamins, antioxidants, or superfoods when they think about health. But the real foundation of wellness starts much deeper, at the level of the cell membrane, the protective barrier that surrounds every one of our ~37 trillion cells.

The membrane isn’t just a “wall.”
It is a 𝑔𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑘𝑒𝑒𝑝𝑒𝑟 that determines:
✔ which nutrients can enter
✔ how efficiently waste is removed
✔ how cells communicate
✔ how energy is produced
✔ how the immune system responds

Healthy membranes are 𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐢𝐝, and one of the biggest influences on membrane fluidity is the balance between 𝐎𝐦𝐞𝐠𝐚-𝟑 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐦𝐞𝐠𝐚-𝟔 fatty acids.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐎𝐦𝐞𝐠𝐚-𝟑 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫

Omega-3 fatty acids (especially EPA and DHA) are critical structural components of the cell membrane. Sufficient levels help membranes:
• remain flexible
• support efficient nutrient exchange
• reduce chronic inflammation
• support cardiovascular and cognitive health

The Omega-3 Index is a simple blood marker that measures the percentage of Omega-3s in red blood cell membranes.� Research suggests that:
𝟖% 𝐨𝐫 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 → associated with better long-term health outcomes
𝟒% 𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 → associated with higher inflammation and increased risk of chronic disease

Most people in Western countries fall far below the optimal range.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐃𝐢𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐬

Your body uses whatever fats you eat to build your membranes.

If your diet is rich in:
• processed seed oils
• fried foods
• trans fats
• excess Omega-6
• low Omega-3 intake
…your membranes become less flexible and more prone to inflammation.

If your diet includes:
• fatty fish
• high-quality Omega-3 supplements
• whole-food sources of healthy fats
…your membranes become more fluid and supportive of optimal cell function.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

When membranes are compromised, cells don’t communicate well.
Nutrients struggle to enter.
Waste accumulates.
Over time, this contributes to systemic inflammation, which is linked to many chronic conditions.

Improving membrane health by raising Omega-3 levels is one of the simplest, most evidence-based steps people can take to support long-term wellness.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

As our understanding of cell biology grows, the supplement industry must evolve too. It is no longer only about adding nutrients. It’s about 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞.

This is exactly the direction we are pursuing at ABBA Nutrition: science-driven formulations that support cellular health, metabolic balance, and long-term well-being.

12/03/2025

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐈𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐛𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 & 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬

The supplement industry is entering a new era. Not because of marketing trends, but because research-backed formulations and advanced delivery technologies are redefining what “effective” really means.

A recent industry analysis highlights several breakthroughs shaping tomorrow’s products:

⭐ 𝟏. 𝐋𝐢𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐥 & 𝐋𝐲𝐩𝐨-𝐒𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲
Active ingredients encapsulated in liposomes deliver nutrients directly to cells, increasing bioavailability and reducing GI discomfort.
Multiple studies confirm liposomal vitamin C achieves significantly higher plasma concentrations than traditional forms (e.g., Davis et al., 2016).

⭐ 𝟐. 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞
Companies like Ayana Bio now grow plant actives (echinacea, lemon balm, etc.) in controlled tanks - avoiding pesticides, contamination, and inconsistencies.
This could end global supply shortages and quality variation forever.

⭐ 𝟑. 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭-𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
New postbiotics like IMMUSE™ (LC-Plasma) activate plasmacytoid dendritic cells - a completely new mechanism compared to traditional probiotics.
Clinical trials show improved immune resilience (Miyazaki et al., 2020).

⭐ 𝟒. 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬, 𝐃𝐮𝐚𝐥-𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬 & 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐆𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐬
Innovations in delivery — microgranules, DUOCAP®, fast-release pectins - ensure accurate dosing, targeted release, and ingredient stability.

⭐ 𝟓. 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐬 𝐍𝐨 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥
Johnson & Johnson’s 7-layer personalised gummies and single-dose formulations show that the market is shifting toward convenience + precision.

💡 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲
The winners in the next 5–10 years will be brands that:
◾︎ Combine patented active ingredients with validated science
◾︎ Focus on delivery systems, not just formulas
◾︎ Ensure bioavailability, stability, and clinical relevance
◾︎ Avoid cheap shortcuts and outdated formats
◾︎ Build consumer trust through evidence, not noise

At ABBA Nutrition, we’ve seen this shift coming for years, and it’s exactly where we continue to invest:
from high-purity CBD ingredient to novel actives like hydroxytyrosol and immune-boosting complexes.
Science is raising the bar.
Consumers are raising expectations.
And the future of wellness will belong to companies who do both.

11/17/2025

🌱 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐀 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝, 𝐚 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠

Longevity has become one of today’s most powerful health trends. Millions are seeking ways to live not just longer but better. And where there’s deep human need, there’s opportunity. The longevity market is now one of the most profitable frontiers in wellness.

But as with any booming industry, not all that glitters is gold. Too often we see big promises and small results. Many chase quick profits instead of genuine progress. When people’s hope for better health turns into someone else’s marketing pitch, trust is the first casualty.

Still, the science behind longevity is real and the potential enormous. The global anti-aging supplements market, valued at $𝟏.𝟏 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟐, is expected to 𝐝𝐨𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐛𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟑𝟎. Leading brands like E𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡, 𝐓𝐫𝐮 𝐍𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐧, 𝐉𝐮𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, and 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 are investing heavily to unlock the biology of aging.

🔬 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬

The longevity market is evolving fast, blending nutrition, biotechnology, and personalized health.
• The focus is shifting toward science-backed ingredients, clinical validation, and personalized formulas based on biomarkers.
• Premium brands are integrating epigenetic testing and data-driven recommendations, a fusion of biohacking and nutrition.
• Education-based marketing, transparency, and trust are becoming key factors separating serious players from opportunists.

But challenges remain. Regulations are tightening. Clinical proof is still limited. And as more brands join, competition will drive both innovation and confusion.

💡 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐋𝐢𝐞𝐬

The real opportunity in longevity isn’t just selling more supplements — it’s in getting the science right, building trust, and helping people extend their healthspan, not just their lifespan.

True leaders in this space will:
• Prove efficacy – run credible clinical trials that show measurable health benefits and earn lasting trust.
• Broaden the science – target not only NAD+ and senescence but also inflammation, epigenetics, and cellular balance.
• Personalize solutions – use data and omics technologies to tailor formulas to each person’s biology.
• Stay transparent and accessible – keep quality high and pricing fair.
• Integrate lifestyle – combine supplements with proven habits like movement, balanced nutrition, and stress management.
This is where purpose and profit truly align.

🙏 𝐌𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲

After years in the wellness industry, I see two kinds of players: those who sell dreams and those who build real solutions.

Longevity shouldn’t be a race for revenue. It should be a movement for better living. The future belongs to those who lead with science, honesty, and heart.

11/08/2025

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐧 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟑𝟎

Today, I'd like to share the story of how one of our most recognized products for men was created – designed especially for those over 30 who want to stay full of energy, vitality, and drive for life.

Years ago, when I was still leading an international company in London, I had the opportunity to closely study many products that truly helped people improve their quality of life naturally. During meetings, I often met men in their fifties, sixties, and even seventies – full of energy, good humor, and inner strength. Out of curiosity, I asked them how they managed to stay that way.

One of them revealed his secret to me: a healthy diet, regular exercise – in short, a healthy lifestyle – but also a dietary supplement that supports the body's natural testosterone production. He explained that testosterone levels gradually decrease with age and that by the age of fifty, a man's level is often reduced by half. That's why he took one capsule every morning – and, as he put it, "the body simply gets the boost it needs to feel young again." Unfortunately, I never managed to learn the exact formula of that product.

When I later founded ABBA Nutrition, I set a clear goal: to create a similar product with a team of experts – but made exclusively from 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, without artificial additives or compromises. And we succeeded. The result was a product that truly works. It helps men regain youthful energy, vitality, and confidence.

Today, thousands of men across Europe take these capsules as part of their healthy lifestyle. Some use them daily, others occasionally – but almost all share the same experience: more energy, more drive, and an overall sense of well-being. The largest number of users comes from Slovenia, where our production is also based.

💬 Here are two articles from this small but passionate country in the heart of Europe, discussing testosterone and the men who use our products:
• Slovenian Men and Dietary Supplements (Domžalec) https://domzalec.si/novice/podjetnistvo/pr-prispevki/slovenski-moski-in-prehranska-dopolnila/
• How to Cope with Low Testosterone Levels (Večer) https://vecer.com/prosti-cas/kako-si-pomagamo-pri-pomanjkanju-testosterona-10394708

What surprises me the most is how many women buy this product as a gift for their partners – and how genuine customer satisfaction continues to spread through word of mouth.

11/07/2025

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐔𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 💧💊

Most people never think about their urine, yet it’s one of the body’s most honest messengers. It quietly tells you whether you’re hydrated, balanced… or overdoing it with certain supplements.

Here’s what it can reveal 👇

💛 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫

• 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐲𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 = ideal hydration.
• 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐲𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 = excess B vitamins (especially riboflavin) being excreted. This is normal and harmless.
• 𝐃𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐲𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 = dehydration. Add more water.
• 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫 = overhydration. Yes, too much water can also disturb electrolyte balance.

💨 𝐅𝐨𝐚𝐦 𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐮𝐛𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬

Occasional foam is normal, but persistent strong bubbles may signal protein loss or kidney issues - time to talk to your doctor.

☕ 𝐎𝐝𝐨𝐫

Supplements, vitamins, and even plant extracts can alter urine odor.
Foods like asparagus, coffee, garlic, or fish do the same - usually no concern.

However, if urine smells sweet or unusually strong, it’s worth checking for underlying metabolic imbalances.

🔄 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲

Supplements don’t usually change how often you urinate, unless they contain caffeine or vitamin C, which act as mild diuretics. Most people naturally drink 2–3 extra glasses of water daily when supplementing, which is actually beneficial.

Urine color, clarity, and smell reflect your 𝐡𝐲𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐤𝐢𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡.

Don’t ignore it, it’s your body’s simplest diagnostic tool.

💡 A quick look before you flush can tell you a lot about your internal balance.

10/31/2025

🍷 𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 “𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐠𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬” 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫.

A customer recently asked if she could take our supplement after drinking alcohol. Years ago, I might have smiled at that question. Today, I see how serious it is.

According to the 𝐖𝐇𝐎, alcohol causes 𝟐.𝟔 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐬 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫, that’s 𝟏 𝐢𝐧 𝟏𝟏 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞.

Yet we often treat it as harmless, even “ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑡ℎ𝑦.”

People say, “𝐴 𝑔𝑙𝑎𝑠𝑠 𝑜𝑓 𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑓𝑖𝑛𝑒 - 𝑖𝑡 ℎ𝑎𝑠 𝑝𝑜𝑙𝑦𝑝ℎ𝑒𝑛𝑜𝑙𝑠.”

But studies from 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥, along with other research institutions, show that the supposed benefits are weak, while alcohol’s proven harms - liver damage, inflammation, heart disease, and cancer - are undeniable.

Even the wine of biblical times wasn’t the same. It was diluted, 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝟑 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝟏 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐞, and consumed with purpose, not for pleasure.

For our industry, this means one thing:
We must stop ignoring the impact of alcohol on health, supplements, and medications.
Even one glass can alter absorption, reduce effectiveness, or increase side effects.
And yet, many will still laugh at this statement.

👉 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬, 𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬. 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡, 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲.

𝐸𝑥𝑡𝑟𝑎 𝑛𝑜𝑡𝑒:
- 𝐸𝑢𝑟𝑒𝑘𝐴𝑙𝑒𝑟𝑡: 𝑅𝑒𝑠𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑟𝑜𝑙 𝑓𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑠 𝑠ℎ𝑜𝑟𝑡 𝑖𝑛 ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑡ℎ 𝑏𝑒𝑛𝑒𝑓𝑖𝑡𝑠: ℎ𝑡𝑡𝑝𝑠://𝑤𝑤𝑤.𝑒𝑢𝑟𝑒𝑘𝑎𝑙𝑒𝑟𝑡.𝑜𝑟𝑔/𝑛𝑒𝑤𝑠-𝑟𝑒𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑒𝑠/620664
- 𝐻𝑎𝑟𝑣𝑎𝑟𝑑 𝐻𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑡ℎ 𝑃𝑢𝑏𝑙𝑖𝑠ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔 (𝐻𝑎𝑟𝑣𝑎𝑟𝑑 𝑀𝑒𝑑𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑙 𝑆𝑐ℎ𝑜𝑜𝑙): 𝑁𝑜𝑛-𝑎𝑙𝑐𝑜ℎ𝑜𝑙𝑖𝑐 𝑟𝑒𝑑 𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑒 𝑚𝑎𝑦 𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑒𝑟 𝑏𝑙𝑜𝑜𝑑 𝑝𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑢𝑟𝑒 - ℎ𝑡𝑡𝑝𝑠://𝑤𝑤𝑤.ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑡ℎ.ℎ𝑎𝑟𝑣𝑎𝑟𝑑.𝑒𝑑𝑢/𝑏𝑙𝑜𝑔/𝑛𝑜𝑛-𝑎𝑙𝑐𝑜ℎ𝑜𝑙𝑖𝑐-𝑟𝑒𝑑-𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑒-𝑚𝑎𝑦-𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑒𝑟-𝑏𝑙𝑜𝑜𝑑-𝑝𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑢𝑟𝑒-201209125296

10/23/2025

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡: 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐎𝐦𝐞𝐠𝐚-𝟑 𝐈𝐬 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

For decades, omega-3 fatty acids have been the gold standard for cardiovascular support, and with good reason. They help maintain healthy blood pressure, support heart rhythm, and reduce triglyceride levels.
But as cardiovascular science advances, one thing is clear: while omega-3 is essential, it is also just one piece of a much bigger picture.

🔷 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐥: 𝐀 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡

Early advice about heart health focused mostly on cholesterol. Today, we understand that cardiovascular disease is far more complex and shaped by multiple biological processes, including:
🩸 Chronic inflammation, which accelerates plaque buildup
⚡ Oxidative stress, damaging blood vessels at the cellular level
💓 Endothelial dysfunction, reducing the body's ability to regulate blood flow
🔋 Mitochondrial decline, lowering the heart’s energy efficiency

These processes require more than one type of nutritional support. Omega-3 remains a cornerstone, but research shows that combining it with other bioactive nutrients can extend its benefits and offer protection on many fronts.

🔷 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲: 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫

Rather than relying on a single nutrient, nutrient synergy means combining complementary compounds to target heart health from several directions.
Some powerful examples include:
🌿 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐬... plant compounds that reduce inflammation and oxidative stress
🛡️ 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐬 𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐄... protecting cells from free radical damage
⚙️ 𝐂𝐨𝐞𝐧𝐳𝐲𝐦𝐞 𝐐𝟏𝟎... essential for the production of energy in heart cells
💪 𝐁 𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐬... supporting energy metabolism and normal cardiovascular function

Together, these nutrients often amplify each other’s effects, creating a stronger defense against the processes that drive cardiovascular decline.

🔷 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡

We are moving from simply lowering risk to actively improving how the heart functions - supporting vascular elasticity, healthy circulation, and sustained energy as we age. Cardiovascular disease still causes around one in three deaths worldwide, which is why taking action early and addressing heart health through multiple pathways is essential. Omega-3 will always be a key foundation, but the future lies in combining it with antioxidants, polyphenols, vitamins, and coenzymes to provide more complete support. By taking this broader approach, we’re not only supporting heart longevity, but also strengthening and protecting it for the years ahead.

10/20/2025

𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐩 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐟 🌿

I truly love this statement. Many times in life, and even in business, we’re just one small decision away from a breakthrough. Yet we hesitate. We overthink, doubt, or stay trapped in familiar patterns and beliefs.

Sometimes I catch myself doing the same, delaying what could bring balance and calm, even when it’s something as simple as using my own product. And then a colleague reminds me: “Have you thought about it?”

The word relief goes beyond the absence of pain, it represents balance, movement, and recovery.

Scientific evidence increasingly supports the idea that 𝐂𝐁𝐃 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝐚 𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬, particularly through its interaction with the endocannabinoid system, which helps regulate pain, mood, sleep, and inflammation.

🧬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬

• A 2022 review in 𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝐽𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝑜𝑓 𝐶𝑎𝑛𝑛𝑎𝑏𝑖𝑠 𝑅𝑒𝑠𝑒𝑎𝑟𝑐ℎ found that up to 𝟖𝟑% 𝐨𝐟 𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐬 reported less pain and improved mobility when using CBD-based products for arthritis.

• A systematic review in 𝑃𝑢𝑏𝑀𝑒𝑑 (2023) showed that CBD (alone or combined with THC) reduced chronic pain intensity by 𝟒𝟐–𝟔𝟔% across multiple studies.

• Preclinical data suggest CBD may also help regulate inflammatory responses and oxidative stress, both key factors in chronic pain and recovery.

Still, relief doesn’t come from CBD alone. True wellness combines 𝐩𝐡𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐩, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

CBD drops can be a natural complement, a small but meaningful support for body balance and mental calm.

Relief is not a miracle, it’s a mindful process. Each drop counts when supported by healthy choices.

10/14/2025

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐩 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 - 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠?

If you’ve ever built a supplement brand, you know this moment. You spend months researching the market, sourcing clean ingredients, testing for purity, following every regulation… and then you see competitors selling “the same thing” for half the price.

It’s tempting to question your pricing. But the truth is, quality and cost are connected for a reason.

Paying more for supplements is often justified: higher-quality products are more natural, less processed, and better absorbed by the body.

But beyond absorption, there are deeper layers that define true quality:

🧩 𝟏. 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 (𝐆𝐌𝐏 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧)

High-quality supplements are made under Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), meaning every batch is monitored, tested, and traceable. Cheaper brands often skip this, cutting corners on testing and safety. GMP-certified products protect you from contamination and ensure consistency.

🧩 𝟐. 𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲

Like food, the less processed a supplement is, the better for your body.
Natural-sourced nutrients are closer to what your body recognizes - synthetic forms are cheaper, but often poorly absorbed.

Example: a cheap Vitamin C supplement may contain only ascorbic acid.
A premium one includes the whole nutrient complex found in lemon peel or acerola, offering far better bioavailability.

The same goes for forms like magnesium (oxide vs. glycinate) or vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin vs. methylcobalamin). The form matters.

🧩 𝟑. 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠

Quality brands test every batch, not just a few samples. Many low-cost manufacturers rely on “skip lot testing,” where only a small percentage of products are inspected, saving them money, but risking your safety.

At our level, every batch is checked for heavy metals, microbes, pesticides, and potency. Because purity isn’t a marketing claim, it’s a duty.

𝐌𝐲 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭:

Cheap supplements are cheaper for a reason: synthetic ingredients, less testing, and minimal oversight. High-quality supplements cost more because they’re made with care - using clean, bioavailable forms, tested for safety, and produced under strict standards.

The gold standard will always be getting nutrients from real food first. But when you do supplement, choose natural, clean, and well-formulated.

The body knows the difference - and the right customers do too.

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐰𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞. 𝐖𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐟, 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲.

Curious - how do you educate your customers about the price–quality gap in supplements?

10/09/2025

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞!

A landmark new study published in JACC Journal (www.jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.jacc.2025.08.030) finds that 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝟗𝟗% of individuals who experience a cardiovascular event had 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 well before their first heart attack, stroke, or heart failure episode.

In their analysis of 9+ million Koreans and U.S. participants, the authors report that 𝐡𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐭, present in over 93% of cases before onset.

Let that sink in: these events usually have early warning signs.

🔷 What this reveals:

• Cardiovascular disease doesn’t strike “randomly” - it’s built over time.
• Detecting and correcting risk factors like 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐥, 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐠𝐚𝐫, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐦𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 is not optional - it’s essential.
• Too many people still believe “I feel fine, so I’m safe.” This study argues differently.

🔷 Again, why omega-3s and lifestyle still matter:

Even with powerful interventions, 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞. Omega-3 fatty acids (especially EPA/DHA) consistently show benefits in cardiovascular support:
• Helping reduce triglycerides
• Supporting endothelial function
• Modulating inflammation

Pair that with 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐩, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, and you build a defense system around your heart.

Don’t wait for symptoms. Start acting now. Control the controllables. Live with intention.

10/08/2025

🌿 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐚𝐭𝐬, 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬?
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐝𝐨.

A recent Harvard University (JAMA Internal Medicine, 2025) adds clarity to a long-running debate:

👉 “A higher intake of butter increases mortality risk, while a higher intake of plant-based oil will lower it.” — Yu Zhang, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

This 33-year study of 221,000 people found that swapping even a tablespoon of butter for plant oils lowered the risk of death from cancer and cardiovascular disease.

Butter lacks essential fatty acids and contains harmful trans fats, while plant oils provide unsaturated fats, antioxidants, and bioactives that reduce inflammation, improve cholesterol, and support overall metabolic health.

Nutrient-dense plant oils worth adding to your diet:

- 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐎𝐢𝐥: Rich in healthy fats and natural antioxidants that support heart health. Research links it to better cholesterol balance and overall cardiometabolic wellbeing, and observational studies associate higher intake with lower rates of stroke and type 2 diabetes.

- 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐱𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐎𝐢𝐥: A leading plant source of omega-3 fatty acids that support heart and brain function. Studies associate it with healthier inflammation levels and improved lipid profiles; additional reports note benefits for digestion, easing premenstrual symptoms, skin elasticity and appearance (stretch marks, dark circles), and hair health.

- 𝐏𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐤𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐎𝐢𝐥: Naturally provides vitamin E, minerals, and plant sterols that help maintain healthy cholesterol. Evidence also suggests benefits for urinary and prostate health; it is rich in antioxidants and is often noted for supporting skin hydration, a youthful-looking complexion, and hair protection.

- 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐂𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐧 (𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐚 𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚) 𝐎𝐢𝐥: Contains bioactive compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Research indicates potential support for healthy blood sugar and lipid markers; traditional and early clinical reports also explore roles in appetite regulation, digestion, skin clarity, and hair strength.

- 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐤 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐎𝐢𝐥: Offers vitamin E and protective plant compounds studied for liver support. It is frequently cited for promoting normal liver function, encouraging healthy waste removal, supporting immune health, and being easy to digest and absorb.

The evidence is clear: replacing butter with plant oils can improve daily wellbeing and may even extend lifespan.

PS: Not all plant oils are equal. Highly refined supermarket oils (corn, soybean, sunflower, rice bran, grape seed) are low in polyphenols and bioactives. They’re useful for high-heat cooking but should not replace nutrient-rich extra-virgin or cold-pressed options.

https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/less-butter-more-plant-oils-longer-life-202504233096

10/02/2025

𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞 (𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞) 🧠

Your brain may only weigh 2% of your body, but it uses 𝟐𝟎% 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 - even at rest! Every thought, memory, and decision is fueled by what you eat and how you live.

A diet full of 𝐰𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬, 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐟𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐯𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬, 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐟𝐚𝐭𝐬 gives your brain steady energy to stay sharp. Sugary or overly processed foods do the opposite, draining focus and clarity.

𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧-𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

- 𝐎𝐦𝐞𝐠𝐚-𝟑𝐬 (𝐃𝐇𝐀 & 𝐄𝐏𝐀): memory + focus
- 𝐁 𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐬: neurotransmitters & energy
- 𝐕𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐃 & 𝐄: nerve growth + protection
- 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐮𝐦: supports blood flow & performance

𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧-𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬

Fatty fish 🐟 | Berries 🍓 | Leafy greens 🥬 | Walnuts 🌰 | Whole grains 🌾 | Eggs 🥚 | Dark chocolate 🍫 | Fermented foods 🥒

𝐇𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫

- Move daily – walking, swimming, cycling
- Challenge your mind – puzzles, music, new skills
- Practice mindfulness – reduce stress, sharpen focus
- Sleep 7–9 hours – critical for memory & performance
- Stay social – conversations protect against decline

Even with great habits, stress and busy schedules can create nutrient gaps.
Our 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬 and 𝐎𝐦𝐞𝐠𝐚-𝟑 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐨 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬 support focus, clarity, and long-term brain health – the perfect complement to a smart diet and lifestyle.

𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥, 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬 → 𝐛𝐢𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬.

Fuel your brain well, move your body, and protect your sleep. Your future self will thank you!

Jan Stanovnik

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