March is Women’s History Month. We would like to take this opportunity to talk a little bit about women’s health. While we believe in equality and gender equity, we also know there are differences between female and male biologies that make our nutritional and wellness needs … Read the rest
Author: Laura Lewis, MS
Yoga for Menstruation
All yoga is based in an ancient practice, but its modern popularity is evidence of how adaptable the practice is to individual needs and preferences. Some people come to yoga for exercise alone, while others practice only its meditative elements for spiritual or mental healing and … Read the rest
40 Years of Metabolic Maintenance
On March 15th, 2024, Metabolic Maintenance will turn 40. With this big birthday approaching, we thought it high time we share a little about this 40-year journey with you, our loyal customer. Our longevity is, in part, thanks to your continued support and we are … Read the rest
Top Supplements for Heart Health
Love your heart! More than just a symbol of love this February, healthy hearts are central to long lives. Sadly, there is no magic diet or combination of supplements that guarantee you’d live forever. However, there are lifestyle and nutritional changes that can be made to … Read the rest
Chocolate Heart Smoothie
We’ve got heart eyes this February! By that we mean we’re taking a close look at what will keep our hearts beating strong and long into the future.
We have posted new blogs on top supplements for heart health and more info on our new heart-healthy … Read the rest
Berberine for Blood Sugar
Berberine’s recent boost in popularity as a health supplement is multifaceted and Metabolic is offering a new Berberine + Chromium supplement. One facet is the benefits it offers in the realm of blood sugar support and insulin signaling. If your interest in berberine is related … Read the rest
Nutritional Support for Transgender People in Transition
While natural health supplements marketed to “women” and “men” are widely available, these labels can be alienating to important and significant populations of people. To someone who identifies as a trans woman or nonbinary, taking a “men’s” vitamin daily for their biology may feel like yet … Read the rest
Setting Health Goals
How do I make a resolution that lasts?
The winter holidays are typically a time of overindulgence and lack of routine, and many of us get around our guilt of gluttony by making health goals a “new year’s resolution”: promising to change our behavior once … Read the rest
Berberine Supplements: What’s the Hype About?
News media is having a heyday over berberine supplements right now. As it turns out, the clinical data justifies the hype.
Carrying excess body weight is not only a vanity issue. Excess body mass is associated with numerous health risks. Putting healthy efforts into maintaining a … Read the rest
Do You Really Need to Detox The Liver?
Do liver cleanses work?
Maybe you feel like your liver has been working overtime, or maybe you’re curious about whether you really need to detox the liver at all. The answer to the question “do liver cleanses work?” will vary based on how you approach the … Read the rest