One of the most promising forms of medicine is all around us: sound. Insights into the healing power of music and sound can be traced all the way back to Ancient Greece. New research and technologies show us how sound healing can help us thrive in the anxiety-ridden 2020’s. 

Sound 

Heart disease, diabetes, addiction, and mental health issues have all been linked to stress and tension1. Meditation practices have been shown to alleviate anxiety and improve well-being. But most forms of meditation require time and discipline to achieve these effects.

Enter practices like Tibetan Singing Bowl meditation, which requires nothing more than lying down and listening to a combination of traditional singing bowls, gongs, and bells. A 2016 study showed that sound meditation participants reported significantly less tension, anger, fatigue, and depressed mood1. Clinics and sound therapists are becoming available all over the world as the benefits of these “sound baths” have become more well-known.

Music 

We are all familiar with the physical and emotional power of music, from the beat of war drums to the thrill of an arena rock anthem. Music therapy, a growing field in hospitals and universities, seeks to harness the power of music for healing.

Studies suggest that musical activities like drum circles and group singing may boost the innate or non-specific immune system2. Listening to music may also have anti-inflammatory effects2. Additionally, music therapy has been shown to improve overall emotional wellbeing in adults suffering from chronic diseases3. As a noninvasive treatment method with little to no side effects, music therapy stands out as a promising field in modern medicine.

Sleep 

Anyone who has had a poor night’s sleep knows the importance of sleep quality on physical and cognitive function. When we sleep, our ears stay alert to any signs of danger. This provides a unique opportunity for sleep intervention through sound.

Takeaway

We are constantly immersed in sound, yet the medical benefits of sound and music are still being discovered. Studies suggest that the many noninvasive forms of sound therapy can reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and boost sleep quality and immune performance. As research progresses, further benefits may soon reveal themselves in this growing field. 

-Zach O’Neill

1Effects of Singing Bowl Sound Meditation on Mood, Tension, and Well-being: An Observational Study

2The neurochemistry of music

3Do music therapies reduce depressive symptoms and improve QOL in older adults with chronic disease?

4EEG Analysis on Brain.fm

Written by Greg O'Neill

We’re strong believers that farm to table, raw organic lean protein, fruits and vegetables are the key to optimum health and well-being for kids. We also understand that a growing challenge for today’s busy families is finding the time to shop for and prepare healthy foods on a regular basis. That is why the need for vitamin and mineral supplements is greater today than ever before. For most families, choosing the right supplements can be a very overwhelming decision given the number of choices available today. 

If your goal is to bolster your children’s overall immune health, here are five important supplements to consider:

1. Probiotics

Did you know that 70% of your immune system is in your gut? Probiotics are a type of “good” bacteria found in some health supplements and help to support digestive health. Additionally, probiotics may help with gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and yeast infections. Safe for children, they are also believed to help relieve urinary tract infections and acne.

 2. Vitamin C (with Echinacea)

Vitamin C helps to support the immune system, iron absorption and collagen formation. It also helps the healing of minor wounds and promotes healthy gums and teeth. In addition to stimulating the immune system, Vitamin C may help to neutralize free radicals in the body. Some Vitamin C supplements also include Echinacea. Echinacea is a commonly used dietary supplement for fighting infections, as it increases the number of white blood cells in the body.

 3. Black Elderberry (Sambucus)

Black Elderberry Extract, also known as Sambucus, is rich in flavonoids (a group of plant chemicals found in many fruits & vegetables) and acts as a powerful antioxidant to help support children’s immune systems. Elderberry is a fruit often used to combat the common cold and flu. Packed with Vitamin C, dietary fiber, and antioxidants, Sambucus can be an all-star health supplement for kids.

 4. Multivitamins

A multivitamin can provide your child with essential vitamins and minerals for their health that they may not be getting in their daily diet. Look for a multivitamin that contains 100% of the recommended daily values of important vitamins such as Vitamin C, Vitamin D3, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12 and minerals such as Calcium, Magnesium and Zinc.

 5. Vitamin D3

Vitamin D3 is a type of Vitamin D that the skin produces when it is exposed to sunlight. Vitamin D3 helps support immune health and helps the body absorb calcium and phosphorus; and is vital for building strong bones. Vitamin D3 may also help to improve cardiovascular health and prevent later cholesterol issues.

 Once you’ve decided which supplements you’d like to try to support your children’s immune health, here are some important questions to ask when considering the numerous choices available today:

 · Are they allergy friendly?

· Will my children like the taste?

· Are they in a form that’s easy to take? (Gummies and liquids are preferable to a tablet or pill that must be swallowed)

· Do they contain any artificial colors or flavors?

· Are they easily absorbed into the body (“bioavailable”)? (Liquid and gummies are 98% absorbable compared to 20% for pills and tablets.)

· Are they affordable? Don't buy the cheap stuff, because your child's health is to important.

 Congratulations on your decision to make better choices to improve your children’s long-term health! We wish you and your family the best of luck on your wellness journey.

 Best of health,

 Marj and Mary O'Neill

Written by Greg O'Neill

Go Healthy Natural, a leader in plant-based liquid and gummy vitamins, is launching Kids Vitamin D3 Gummies on Amazon.com                   and  GoHealthyNatural.com. 

What is Vitamin D3 and how can it help your child's health? Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol), is the most bioavailable and natural form of Vitamin D. Go Healthy Natural delicious strawberry flavor pectin-based gummies provide children with a fun and tasty way to enrich their diet; with the Vitamin D they need for bone, tooth and immune health. Vitamin D is critical for improving calcium absorption in your child's growing body. 

Why is Go Healthy Natural Kids Vitamin D3 Gummies the best choice for your family?

• Our D3 gummies are softer plant-based citrus pectin vs animal-based gelatin gummies
• Vegetarian suitable, certified Kosher and Halal 
• Gelatin free, great tasting, easy to take and don't stick to your teeth
• Our proprietary slow-cook method creates a gummy that is softer and more flavorful than other gummy vitamins
• Allergy friendly, gelatin free, vegetarian, GMO free, gluten free, peanut & nut tree free; No artificial preservatives, colors or flavors, soy, eggs, milk, yeast, wheat, gluten, fish or shellfish
• Hand crafted in a nut-free, Halal, Kosher  & GMP-compliant facility
• Each delicious serving (1 gummy bear) contains 1000 mg of Vitamin D3 as cholecalciferol and gives your child 250% of the recommended daily value.
• Our fruit-based gummies are lightly sweetened with only 2 g of natural cane sugar.

So, now that you know why our Kids Vitamin D3 Gummies are the best choice for you and your family, why not give us a try? Go Healthy Natural - Healthier Ingredients, Healthier You!

Written by Greg O'Neill

Go Healthy Natural has recently launched their new On The Go Gummy Multivitamins.  They will be sold in BPA-free bottles of 60 citrus pectin gummies on GoHealthyNatural.com, eBay.com and Amazon.com. 

How many times have you traveled on vacation or for business, on an airplane or cruise ship, and came back home with a nasty cold or virus? If only there was a quality gummy multivitamin loaded with natural antioxidants that could easily travel along with you. Now, there is a delicious gummy multivitamin which can help support your immune system as you go. 

Our Multivitamin Gummies for Kids: 

• Help support energy, heart, brain and immune health + contains Choline to help support healthy brain function
• Your kids will love the great taste and fun bear shapes; while you'll love that they are getting 15 daily essential vitamins and minerals
• They are gluten-free and nut-free. All products are GMP, FSSC, ISO 9001:2000 and HACCP compliant, as well as kosher and halal certified
• Our Children's Vitamin Gummies are softer than gelatin-based gummies and don't stick to your teeth
• Our vegetarian suitable gummies are handcrafted and slow cooked using pectin from citrus fruits
• Gelatin free, GMO free, gluten free, peanut & nut tree free; No artificial preservatives, colors or flavors, soy, eggs, milk, yeast, wheat (gluten), fish or shellfish

Our Multivitamin Gummies for Women and Men:

• Contain 15 essential vitamins and minerals which help support energy, heart, brain and immune health + contains Choline to help support healthy brain function 
• Allergy friendly easy to take and deliciously sweet tasting vegetarian citrus pectin gummies
• They are softer then gelatin-based gummies and don't stick to your teeth
• Our  Vegetarian suitable gummies are handcrafted and slow cooked using pectin from citrus fruit
• Gelatin free, GMO free, gluten free, peanut & nut tree free, No artificial preservatives, colors or flavors, soy, eggs, milk, yeast, wheat (gluten), fish or shellfish

Why Choose Go Healthy Natural?

•  We use plant-based, ​healthier, allergy friendly ingredients.
• Taste great, easy to take with fast absorption benefits of a fruit-based gummy vitamin
• Our company complies with cGMP and FDA practices to ensure safety and efficacy of our products.
• The strict manufacturing standards result in the production of high-quality dietary supplements.
• We are a family-owned business that cares about the health of our customers.

"This product is absolutely amazing. Not only does it taste good, but it includes 15 essential vitamins and minerals." ~ Amazon customer 

So, before you leave on that exciting Caribbean cruise, go to GoHealthyNatural.com or Amazon.com and order a bottle of Go Healthy Natural Multivitamin Gummies.  

Written by Greg O'Neill

          

Written by Greg O'Neill