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As you learned in our January article, my theme for 2023 is blood vessel health, meaning every organ of your body is only as healthy as the blood vessels feeding it...

Diet and stress have a lot to do with one another. Let’s learn more about some of the things we eat and how they may affect our stress levels. Skip...

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), more than 3.4 million Americans aged 40 years or older suffer from visual impairment or are considered legally blind. The CDC's study...

The grocery store is a place that can be a great source of health and nutrition, but it can often be a destination that’s filled with confusing choices. What should...

January 2023 In my now fifty years in medical practice and after helping many persons keep their New Year’s “resolutions,” I’ve learned what lasts and what doesn’t.  “Resolutions” are often...

Unbeknownst to most people, oxygen is both a blessing and a curse. Humans need oxygen in order to live, yet the simple act of breathing in oxygen results in the...

There is a fair amount of noise in the world of sports nutrition. As companies compete with one another to sell the best pre-workout, during exercise, and post-workout recovery products,...

One of the most widely recognized superfood supplements in the world, spirulina is a microscopic blue-green algae. This nutrient-dense dynamo flourishes best in noncontaminated freshwater sources, such as streams, lakes, and rivers,...

It’s well known that exercise has many health benefits. Exercise can help control your weight, reduce high blood pressure and even brighten your mood. But did you know that moderate...

There’s more to working out than exercising. To take full advantage of your exercise routine what you put in your body matters. A lot! If you work out regularly or...

For those into fitness or trying to make a change in their life through the benefits of exercise, then astaxanthin is something to definitely consider. Many may wonder what all the fuss...

Tis the season to eat jolly!  I look forward to this one month out of the year that I can enjoy food indulgences and still feel good about it.  Totally...

January 2022 Dr. Rob Silverman When astaxanthin and turmeric, two of nature’s most potent antioxidants, are combined in one supplement, the outstanding result is TurmericAstin. This vanguard supplement offers health...

SENDING YOUR CHILD BACK TO SCHOOL WITH A HEALTHY IMMUNE SYSTEM:  DR. BILL’S FIVE TIPS Hello parents and teachers.  It’s back to school time!  Now in my 50th year in medical practice,...

Sticking to a vegetarian diet can sometimes mean getting creative, because one has to find suitable alternatives for essential proteins most commonly obtained through meat, poultry, and fish. Luckily, there...

YES! Nutrex Hawaii Ambassador Beata Tou, who works in hospitality enjoys swimming, competing in triathlons, rock climbing and yoga - all while living a plant based lifestyle. Regarding her diet,...

There’s always a new “miracle supplement” arriving on the market, but many fail to live up to the hype. That’s not the case with Astaxanthin. This carotenoid is making serious waves...

When it comes to aging, some people seem to have all the luck. They appear to be untouched by the ravages of time, getting better with age while those around...

  Eye Health Vision and eye health are among the first things to depreciate as we get older. This can happen because the lenses inside the eyes become less and...

TURMERIC AND ASTAXANTHIN – A HEALTHY PARTNERSHIP June 2022 In my now fifty years of medical practice, one of my rules of smart supplement selecting is: It should be made...

The months of August and September signals the end of summer and back to school for many families. While the summer is all for fun and play, the start of...

In a word, yes! Spirulina, like many other plant-based super foods, is absolutely safe for kids to eat. As food, spirulina represents a complete vegan protein source. When it is sourced...

What Is Spirulina? Spirulina is well-known to be a healthy addition to one’s diet. It is a blue-green microalgae that is technically classified as a cyanobacteria and is found in a...

Top Three Supplements for Immune Health in 2022 Dr. Rob Silverman, DC, MS, CNS, CCN, CSCS, CKTP, CES, CIISN, DACBN, DCBCN, HKC, FAKTR Today, more than ever, the need to...

Skin Care Tips: Caring for Your Body's Largest Vital Organ Skin care can be defined as any behavior that is performed in an effort to offer better health to the...

DR. BILL’S TOP TIPS FOR HEALTHY AGING I’m an 82-year-young physician, and a doctor-friend said to me, “Bill, you’re a seenager.  You are the age of a senior, but have the...

Foods for Healthy Skin: What to Eat for Optimal Skin Care Individuals seeking flawless skin will first benefit from a brief understanding of what the skin is and how it...

“Doctor, what is one smart nutritional change I can make to have the health I want?”  My answer: “Eat more seafood!”  While this answer may surprise you, seafood, science says,...

Skin Health Is Immune Health Here’s Why: July 2021 Your body relies on your skin to defend you from foreign invaders and protect you from disease. Given its importance, are...

June 2021 I recently wrote about the benefits of adopting a holistic approach to fitness, so I thought I’d complement that story by sharing the details of my approach to living...

May 2021 You’ve heard the saying, “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” While Aristotle might not have had fitness in mind when he said this, the...

March 2021 Movement never lies. The way you move tells your unique story: your history, compensations, and adaptations. To better understand—and start to improve—your movement, consider the different types of...

For those who live an active lifestyle or are trying to make a change in their life through the benefits of exercise, then BioAstin®  Hawaiian Astaxanthin® and Hawaiian Spirulina®  are...

Cyanotech Corporation/Nutrex Hawaii has been cultivating microalgae on the Big Island of Hawaii since 1984. Our microalgae and spirulina is made most closely to the way it’s grown in nature, photosynthesizing...

Whether you prefer a morning jog in the park, a midday Tabata-style workout, or an after-work weights session, exercise plays a critical role in supporting your health, well-being, and brain...

It started in 1984. Our microalgae farm is carved out of 96 acres of lava from a 300-year-old lava flow from the Hualalai volcano. It’s fed by bright natural Hawaiian...

Yes, it’s that time of the year when we all make our New Year’s resolutions, and some of us even keep them.  The top New Year’s resolution is usually “I’m...

Keeping your immune system strong has never been more critical. For 2021, I recommend three health hacks that will help enhance your immunity: 1. Get plenty of quality sleep.2. Exercise...

Yes, ‘tis the season to be jolly!  And, it’s the season many get sick.  Over my fifty years as a pediatrician and parent I’ve collected top health habits for staying...

In Western Culture, we most frequently visit the doctor’s office when we are already feeling sick. But in other more traditional cultures, a doctor or health care provider is paid...

Having a healthy and well-supported immune system is essential now more than ever before. There are many natural ways to help support your immune system including things like daily exercise,...

The immune system is made up of special organs, cells and chemicals that fight infection (microbes). The main parts of the immune system are made up of white blood cells,...

You do not have to be a vegan or vegetarian to help our planet. Excess meat is not the greatest thing for your health and our planet, in fact, it’s...

When it comes to participating in local or international races and whether you are a front of the pack, middle of the pack or you’re a caboose who likes to...

While the world outside your home is largely out of your control, it’s very important to take care of you and your families health, now more than ever. Start by...

Earth Day was first celebrated in the United States on April 22, 1970. While we at Nutrex Hawaii do our best to make a greener difference every day on our...

If there’s ever a time to take control and focus on a healthy diet, pregnancy is the time. What a woman eats while pregnant is the main source of nourishment...

Hawaii consistently ranks as one of the healthiest states in the US year after year - and for good reason! Kama’aina (local residents) can enjoy fresh island fruits all year...