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5 Fast Facts About Cholesterol
Cholesterol. This is the one-word people always associate with fatty foods, bad blood test results, and a higher risk for certain health problems t...
Why Take AHCC® On An Empty Stomach?
The goal of any supplement is to maximize absorption. After all, if a supplement cannot be absorbed, its benefits cannot be felt by the body. The t...
4 Ways To Combat Seasonal Depression
The colder months often mark that the year is coming to an end, and we should all end it with warmth and lots of food and festivities. However, thi...
Why We Chose Venetron for Positelle
Positelle is our answer to help today’s fight against global stress.
It contains only the best unique ingredients that can help improve mood, lead...
Quality of Life: AHCC®
When it comes to supplements, you are not looking to settle. It is your body after all, and you want to know that the supplements you put into your...
9 Guilt-Free Recipes for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is an annual event where loved ones come together from all over the place to spend a night of warmth, good food, and great company. Wh...
Fight skin dryness with Exequel
When you talk about skin health supplements, you often think about oils, extracts, vitamins, and minerals, either topical or oral. While they're al...
7 Superfoods for Super Beautiful Skin
Beauty is skin deep, but there's nothing wrong with making sure your skin looks amazing. After all, people are visual creatures first and foremost,...
How Long Should One Take AHCC®?
As nutritional supplements continue to grow in popularity in our world, so does the usage of AHCC®. But, as is with the consideration of taking any...
7 Proven AHCC® Benefits
With the market of natural supplements increasing, it’s vital to carefully select which one will deliver impressive results for you. That’s where A...
Why Gut Health Determines Immunity
Our gastrointestinal tract, more commonly known as "the gut," is composed of organs involved in digestion, absorption, and excretion processes. The...
Exercising for Optimal Health
The knowledge about exercising to get stronger and fitter is nothing new. Tons of research, experts and even athletes all agree that exercise can i...
Quality AHCC®: What to Look For
As we continue to live in such a hectic world, with our schedules maxed out and time flying by before our eyes, it’s as important as ever to priori...
PSL... but make it Healthy!
Pumpkin spice is back, but can it be better? At QOL, we think it can! A Grande Pumpkin Spice Latte from Starbucks will set you back 400 calories wh...
Eating for Joint Health!
It's commonly known that what you put in your body is a determining factor in your overall health. The foods you choose to eat today will impact ho...
When Should I Take AHCC®?
Nowadays, the immune response seems to be a widely discussed topic. With an increase in the number of hours people work, the amount of people we co...
Why Your Joints are so Important
Joint mobility and flexibility are two of the most important requirements that your body needs to work at its optimum. As a population, we tend to ...
What is Kinoko Platinum AHCC®?
The immune system is one of the most complex systems in the body. When it is underactive, the body’s defenses are low, leaving the body open to var...
Does AHCC® Boost the Immune System?
For decades, people have been trying to boost their immune systems, which exist to keep us healthy. Our immune systems consist of a complex network...
8 Ways To Do Fall 2020 The Right Way
Summer 2020 has now officially ended. First of all, we would like to congratulate on making it through a season of, perhaps, one of the weirdest ti...
Your Health Horoscope is Here!
Want to know what your health looks like for this month? Find your zodiac sign below and see what is written in the stars for you!Aries (March 21 –...
The Last Days of Summer are Here
The pools are closed. The airlines have been grounded. Depending on where you are, the sunny days might not be looking so sunny anymore. These are ...
10 Healthy Habits From QOL
During these difficult times, our health has never been more important. It's time to focus on healthy habits. There are several lifestyle tips and ...
How to Have a Healthy House
A healthy house is a happy house. As we spend more days in our home, there are several things that you can do to keep your house as clean as possib...
Can CoQ10 Increase Energy?
Have you ever heard of ATP? It's the primary substance our bodies use to produce energy, and another substance called coenzyme Q10 is at the heart ...
Why Choose Advasorb Vitamin-C?
Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for health. Most commonly known for its immune support benefits, but in reality, the list of health benefits ass...
Does CoQ10 Boost the Immune System?
It seems that the immune system is getting a lot of attention recently, especially in terms of what kind of supplements can support it. Probably, w...
Spotlight on Our Immune System
Your immune system is a complex force that keeps you alive.
Your immune system is comprised of white blood cells called leukocytes that reside in t...
Celebrate National Avocado Day!
July 31st is National Avocado Day!
We love avocados because they offer a wide range of health benefits. Technically the Avocado is a berry that con...
What is CoQ10 Used For?
CoQ10 is a powerful antioxidant and nutrient found in every cell of the human body. It's an essential component for healthy functioning, but many p...
What is CoQ10: The Ultimate Guide
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a naturally occurring substance produced by the human body and is used by every cell in the body for energy production. CoQ...
9 Energy-Boosting Summer Foods
There’s a reason they call it the lazy days of summer…
It’s not just a saying. When the weather heats up, all that sweating causes the body to lose...
AHCC®: Immunity Starts in The Gut
The gut is one of the most critical body systems when it comes to supporting your immune system. We have a large amount of “friendly” bacteria livi...
How to Choose the Best Immune Support Supplement
Unfortunately, this is not an easy question to answer. The short reason for this is that there is an incredible diversity among humans. What one person lacks, another person may have too much of, and vice versa. This is why it is scientifically disingenuous to claim that one supplement is right for everybody, even...
Supplements That You Didn't Know Can Boost Your Immunity
Americans religiously take their vitamins. A recent Gallup poll found that roughly half of Americans take a daily vitamin or supplement to boost their nutrition and health. That means that over a hundred million Americans have the daily habit of taking some kind of supplement to try and benefit their health.
AHCC® Versus Turkey Tail Mushrooms
Medicinal mushrooms have been thought to have traits that can help boost the immune system. Many people may be surprised that AHCC® is not an actual mushroom. Rather, it is a proprietary blended extract from the mycelia of shiitake mushroom that maximizes the health benefits found in these medicinal mushrooms...
Ideas to Celebrate Father’s Day
Got plans for Father’s Day this year?
With the pandemic, Father’s Day might look a little different in 2020. No Major League Baseball games, no the...
Multivitamins for Women: Everything You Need to Know
Women's health needs in modern society differ greatly according to age and lifestyle. For example, a healthy 25-year-old woman would need to take a completely different set of supplements if she was trying to get pregnant versus if she was already pregnant. Older women may need different nutritional supplements than younger women due to changes in hormones. A lot of women end up needing supplements to promote bone health. The best multivitamins for women are those that...
Chaga Mushrooms vs. AHCC®
Chaga Mushrooms vs. AHCC®
Medicinal mushrooms are widely considered one of the most credible and scientifically supported of all available supplem...
5 Ways Men Can Prevent Pregnancy
A child is a blessing, but that doesn’t mean that every sexual encounter should result in a pregnancy. Most birth control methods are designed for ...
Know the different types of AHCC®: Kinoko Gold, Platinum and RX
Many may be familiar with the suggested health effects of AHCC ® but may be unfamiliar with the different varieties of AHCC® and their respective properties that they possess. Understanding the difference in what types of AHCC® are available is a lot more difficult without understanding why and how AHCC® is synthesized.
A New Skincare Routine for Guys
The skincare industry is dominated by female products, but that doesn’t mean that guys should ignore their skin!
In fact, if you’re a guy, you shou...
An Upgrade for Your Sex Life
Does your sex life need an upgrade?
Younger men are always “ready to go,” but as we age, we start a steady process of sexual decline. This decline ...
6 Mood Boosters for Men
Times are tough for everyone.
Even if you’re financially unaffected by the current crisis, there’s a lot going on in the world. Many of us are feel...
Walk This Way!
When times get tough, we as human beings tend to let good habits fall to the wayside. One of the most common things we give up is exercise, but the...
Are You Bready For This?
One of the oldest recipes known to man, bread is a staple food in cultures around the world. In Ireland, soda bread is a yeast-free bread that is p...
Discover the “Root” of Brain Function
Did you know that we lose 10,000 brain cells every single day? Further, as we age, parts of our brain shrink! The hippocampus, which allows us to p...
Our Warehouse Superheros!
Essential workers have quickly become the world’s most celebrated superheroes, as they should be!
Although most of our staff in the QOL New York of...
The QuaranTEAM at QOL
With a mandatory work from home policy in place for non-essential workers, our team at the Quality of Life, New York office, has been confined to...
How You Can Give Back from Home
With much of the global economy shut down, families across the globe are feeling the financial ramifications of the current state of the world.
We ...
Have You Tried This Recent Discovery?
If you’ve never heard of PQQ before, you’re not alone.This vitamin is relatively new, discovered by Japanese scientists in 2003. It is the first ne...
Keep Calm and Cut Your Own Hair
With salons across the country remaining closed, desperate times call for desperate measures.
You might need to take hair matters into your own han...
How to Make the Most of Your Space
If you’re like most people during this era of social distancing, your home has likely become the epicenter of your life.
Instead of dining out, see...
Stay Home and Save the Earth
There’s something extra special about Earth Day this year.
Today marks the 50th anniversary of the holiday. Time flies, doesn’t it!
This Earth Day ...
Feel Your Best This Spring Season
Sneezing, itchy eyes and a scratchy throat are no fun!
And now, with everything that’s going on, the last thing you want is to be at the grocery st...
Stock up on these Non-perishables
Trying to avoid the grocery store to avoid social interactions?
You can stock up on healthy non-perishables to keep your trips to the market at a m...
Boost Your Immune System With AHCC®
Today is such an exciting time to be alive! Over the last few years, it seems that the world has taken a huge step in the right direction when it c...
What is AHCC®? The Full Guide
There are a ton of supplements available in the health and wellness industry today, boasting to help with one thing or another. However, there is o...
Fall in Love with Spring Again
“I felt my lungs inflate with the onrush of scenery – air, mountains, trees, people. I thought, ‘This is what it is to be happy.’” – Sylvia Plath
N...
How to Survive Social Distancing
Now that all 50 U.S. states (and much of the world) have some sort of “stay at home” or “shelter in place” order, it’s becoming apparent that the e...
7 Ways to Fight Seasonal Discomfort
Seasonal discomfort or something else?
With spring in full bloom, there are more trees, grasses, weeds, and flowers spreading pollen than any time ...
Have You Thanked a Doctor Today?
In these recent unprecedented times, the lifesaving work of doctors (and, of course, nurses and other medical personnel) is more important than eve...
Celebrate National Joe Day!
March 27th is National Joe Day! At Quality of Life, we have a Joe, and you probably have a Joe in your life too.
Our Joe plays a significant role ...
Eat for Gut Heath
Did you know that your gut is responsible for producing up to 95% of the serotonin found in your body? Serotonin is one of the principal neurotrans...
Peptisol: The Secret to a Happy Tummy
Indigestion, heartburn, irregularity...three things that are all too common for the average American after a big meal. What is Peptisol?Peptisol ...
Welcome to the Spring Season!
Today marks the first day of the spring season!
You may have noticed that the days are getting longer, the weather has been warmer, and the first ...
You Can Trust ProbioPure
If you’ve been down a natural health aisle in the last few years, you’ve probably noticed an explosion of probiotic supplements. From women’s healt...
Plant a Flower and Watch It Grow
Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “Flowers…are a proud assertion that a ray of beauty outvalues all the utilities in the world.” Celebrate National Pl...
How it’s Made: QOL Supplements!
Have you ever wondered how your favorite QOL supplements are made? Well, here at Quality of Life, we are obsessed with quality and take pride in ma...
8 Healthy Pie Recipes!
Pies are a classic American dessert!
These desserts that consist of a pastry dough casing, filled with various sweet or savory ingredients, have w...
Get Your Summer Body Ready!
Winter may still be going strong, but now is the perfect time to start thinking about your health and fitness. If you’re like many people whose New...
Healthy Eating Can Be Sweet!
Sweet potatoes are incredibly healthy and versatile. There are many great ways to include this super tuber to your diet. Unlike many other health f...
Healthy Valentine's Day Date Ideas!
'Dinner and a movie' is played out!
Valentine's Day dates should make you and your loved one feel good - not stuffed and weighed down by heavy pas...
Healthy Valentine’s Day Gifts!
Valentine's Day is here, did you remember to get your valentine a gift? The best way to show someone you love them is to take care of their health....
Post-Super Bowl Detox!
Last night's super bowl was great! No matter which team you were rooting for, we hope you enjoyed the game and celebrations that come along with it...
How to Stay-cation like a Pro!
This time of year, it is always nice to take a vacation! But more often than not, that isn't in the cards. Just because a lavish trip isn't in the ...
Resolution Re-write!
Can you believe that it was only a few weeks ago that we were celebrating the New Year? I know it feels as if it was months ago!
It is time for a ...
Celebrate Opposites Day!
January 25th is Opposites Day!
Although you may think you outgrew this holiday. The reality is that this silly holiday might be an excellent oppor...
Is BMI the “Weigh” to Go?
What is BMI?
BMI (Body Mass Index) is a measurement of body fat based on height and weight that applies to adult men and women over the age of 20. ...
Fun Facts about Your Favorite Snack
We think of popcorn as synonymous with the movies and sporting events, but did you know that 70% of popcorn is made at home?
It's National Popcorn ...
Say Lycheeese!
What is lychee?
Lychee, also known as litchi, is part of the soapberry family and a close relative to the rambutan and longan. It is a tropical fru...
New Year, New (Energized) You
With a new year comes new challenges. After the excitement of New Year’s and the return to work, you may be feeling a little deflated...and we can ...
Holiday Rituals and Traditions
Ritual marks keystone moments in our lives. Holiday celebrations are exceptionally notable as a sensory infusion of lights, sounds, and smells. Rit...
Release Your Stress
The holidays can be joyful but often bring on stress, depression, and anxiety. Feelings of loneliness and isolation are also common as we remember ...
Happy Solstice!
What is the winter solstice?
The winter solstice occurs when the North Pole is tilted furthest away from the sun, or when the sun is directly over ...
7 Tips to Avoid Holiday Stress
Planning a big meal. Facing crowds at the mall. Small talk with distant relatives. Does this sound like the holidays to you?
If you’re approaching...
Be Serene with Serenelle
Your alarm goes off in the morning, and instead of bounding out of bed, eager to greet a new day, you mentally shuffle through your to-do list. You...
It's the Season to Pay it Forward
The holidays are the perfect time to reflect on the past twelve months, make goals for the new year and spend quality time with friends and family....
Write a Letter This Holiday Season
Rediscover the lost art of letters this holiday season. On December 7th, celebrate National Letter Writing Day by writing a handwritten letter to a...
Healthy Holiday Cookies!
They might say that ignorance is bliss...
But when it comes to your health, knowledge is power! This time of year, we tend to loosen our belts and ...
Holiday Health & Wellness Gifts
The countdown to the holidays has officially started! Hopefully, you were able to get a chunk of your holiday shopping done on Black Friday and Cyb...
It’s the Season of Giving!
Show Your Gratitude This Thanksgiving
Whether it’s catching the big game or enjoying a second (third?) piece of pumpkin pie, Thanksgiving is a day ...
You’ll Fall for these Skincare Tips!
Is your skin sending you an SOS this fall?
It may be time to switch up your routine. Fall means colder and drier weather, which can wreak havoc on...
Going Inside Out for Beauty
The wellness concept has risen steadily since the 1950s, thanks to the holistic health movement and broad interest from medical, academic, and corp...
Prostate Health 101
What is the prostate?
Only men have a prostate, but many have no idea what the prostate does. So, what is it exactly? The prostate is a small muscu...
Keeping the Prostate Healthy
Men have a unique piece of anatomy, the prostate, which is often taken for granted until something goes wrong. Then, it can have a significant effe...
6 Tasty Protein Cookie Recipes!
Cookies are great, but should they be eaten every day? If they contain superfoods and protein then yes, we think they definitely should be!
With s...
Get Hairy this November!
What is No-Shave November?
No-Shave November is a web-based, non-profit organization started by the Chicagoland Hill family of eight siblings who l...
Satisfaction, Naturally
A satisfying sex life is beneficial for men’s physical and emotional health. But many factors can affect desire (libido), performance, and enduranc...
Let in the Good Bacteria!
What are probiotics? Probiotics (from the Latin words pro and biota, meaning "for life”) are live microorganisms that can be found in yogurt and ot...
C U on the Bright Side
What is Vitamin C? Whether it comes from freshly squeezed orange juice or broccoli, Vitamin C is one of the most important vitamins your body needs...
Keep Calm and Thank a Farmer
Have you thanked a farmer recently?
It's National Famers Month, a month to honor the hardworking farmers that bring us our fresh produce all year...
Be the Breast You Can Be!
You might know October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but did you know about No Bra Day?
Since 2011, October 13th has been declared National No...
AHCC® is the Shiitake!
Ever wondered whether the mysterious fungi family had health benefits?
Well, we are here to tell you that medicinal mushrooms are really a thing. W...
The Superstar for Good Inflammation
The golden-colored spice, turmeric, is having its moment in the spotlight.
In use medicinally for over 4500 years, this ancient plant has been an ...
Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice
Love it or hate it, pumpkin spice is back…
The most popular fall flavor can be found almost everywhere these days, from yogurt to the infamous Pump...
Embrace Your Mobility!
Our body is a complex structure of bones and joints linked to muscles, tendons, ligaments, and cartilage. Internally, the brain, heart, and various...
Stay Healthy This Harvest Season
Fall is upon us!
If you get excited about changing leaves, sweaters, back to school and pumpkin spice lattes, then this is your season. Not a fan o...
5 Tips To Love the Age You’re In
Aging is inevitable.
The way we feel about aging can land within the entire spectrum of emotions. For some, it’s a scary time filled with change an...
A Special Bond with Grandparents
“Grandparents, like heroes, are as necessary to a child's growth as vitamins.” -- Joyce Allston
Whether it’s baking the most amazing pies or knitt...
There Goes Another Summer
As the carefree days and warm nights of summer come to a close, so does the freedom of time spent outdoors playing and meeting up with friends. Cha...
Summer Is All About Self Love!
Summer is usually synonymous to bikini body season for many people, especially women. While the idea of better habits for health and nutrition is w...
Stress Less and Fuel Your Brain
Stress is a natural physical and mental reaction to life experiences. In the last few years, the future of our nation, work, and money share equal ...
Laughter is the Best Medicine
It’s not entirely clear when and why National Tell-a-Joke was started, but every August 16th for many years, people all over the country participat...
The Power of Vitamin C
Vitamin C, aka ascorbic acid, is an essential nutrient necessary for well being. It is known to help the body efficiently use carbohydrates, fats, ...
Book Club Picks to End Your Summer
With less than month left until Labor Day weekend, the end of the summer is the perfect time to kick back, relax and dive into new books. If you ar...
Seasons of Change
Scientific studies show the change of seasons affects everything from our moods and metabolism to gene and immune system activity. As we transition...
Did Someone Say Ice Cream Sandwich?
What would the world be like without cold treats on hot summer days? That’s why we are especially excited to celebrate National Ice Cream Sandwich ...
8 Tips for a Healthy Summer Vacation
The dog days of summer are here and you know what that means: vacation time! Whether you’re headed for the beaches of Florida or the Colorado Rocki...
6 Benefits for Staying Hydrated
More Americans are now drinking 38% more water over soda than they were 15 years ago. In 1998, the US averaged approximately 54 gallons of soda per...
The Greatest Gift of All!
We often point to holidays without religious or historical significance as Hallmark days. Hallmark Cards, the greeting card retailer, has effective...
Adopting a Pro-Aging Mindset
Pro-aging is a watershed movement that is redefining aging in midlife and beyond. Scientific evidence is proving how we adapt to changes and take c...
The Secret is Oligonol
Explorers from Alexander the Great to Spanish conquistador Juan Ponce de Leon have searched for the elusive fountain of youth for centuries. Who wo...
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