Coconut oil...not just for the kitchen
 As if coconut oil doesn't already have enough health benefits of it's own, we've recently found out that it also has incredible effects when used topically on your hair.
Yes...your hair
Supplements for Adrenal Support
 Adrenal fatigue is something that affects a huge percentage of the population, especially those with a low-functioning thyroid gland. The adrenal glands not only orchestrate our short-term response to stress but they also help us to adapt to chronic stress.
Sleep more. Stress less.
 You're probably well aware of the fact that sleep and mood have a direct correlation with one another.
Stress causes anxiety and anxiety causes sleepless nights. Sleepness nights cause stress and stress causes more anxiety. It can be a vicious cycle and it's important to your health to address both.
Must Haves for Skin Care
 Beauty really is only skin deep but did you know that our looks on the outside are determined by what's going on in our inside?
Stress Less
 Did you know... 33% of Americans feel that they are living with extreme stress. 48% of Americans feel that their stress has increased over the past five years.
Vitaminute: Coconut Oil
Posted by Physician's Preference on 3/7/2012
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 Vitamin Consultant and Certified Nutritionist, Kristin Scott, is here with the week's Vitaminute!
Four Important Supplements to Keep Your Heart Healthy
 As heart health month draws to an end, we'd like to leave you all with four of our top recommended supplements for heart health. Though there are many, many supplements that can be taken to help keep our hearts pumping, the following four are a few of our favorites!
Top 5 Heart Health Exercises
 With heart disease being the number one killer in both men and women in the United States, it’s important to keep in mind all the different factors that go into keeping your heart strong and healthy.
Of course, taking your supplements regularly and eating a clean diet are two of the main constituents to building that healthy heart, but exercise, specifically cardiovascular exercise, is one of the most important.
Omega 3's & Your Heart
 According to a recent article written by the Mayo Clinic staff, eating 2 to 3 servings of fish per week could reduce your risk of dying of a heart attack by more than a third.
Happy Heart Health Month!
February is known as "National Heart Health Month". It is also known as the month of love.
So what does this mean to us?
Spring Into Shape Weight Loss Class
Posted by Physician's Preference on 1/30/2012
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In this 6-week weight loss program led by Certified Nutrition Consultant, Kristin Scott, and VP of Health Administration, Sally Kerr, participants will join together in learning how to obtain and maintain optimal health and an ideal body weight!
All-Natural Beauty
 When you hear the words " model" and " secret" all in one sentence, you can't help but focus your attention on the unknown.
What is it that Miranda Kerr, the Victoria's Secret supermodel, uses to give her skin that infamous glow she rocks down the runway?
Vitamin D Deficiency and Depression
 We know vitamin D deficiencies are linked to a host of illnesses and diseases but did you know it could be linked to depression and mood disorders, too?
Facebook Question of the Week: Answer
 Ashley from Cypress asked "Hi Stephanie! I'm running a half marathon in a couple of months and I notice my knees and ankles get a little achy after I train. Do you recommend anything specific I can take for minor joint aches and pains?"
Get to know our staff: Executive Team!
 Well, folks, today will conclude the " Get To Know Our Staff" series here on The Vitamin Blog and we saved our top leaders for last!
That's right, today you'll get to meet our Executive Team! From our 21 year tenured president, to our C.O.O. and even Dr. Hotze's right hand woman, they're here to share their favorite supplements with you and why!
Get to know our staff: Marketing Team!!
 It's time to check in with more of our staff members this week! We've taken the time to hang out with our marketing girls to see exactly what supplements they would take if they were stranded on a deserted island!
FAQ: Does Physician's Preference Only Carry Vitamins?
 Question: Does Physicians Preference only carry vitamins?
Just because we're a vitamin company doesn't mean that's all we care
about! Health and wellness means bringing out the best of each person;
inside and out, and there's a skin care line that we just love!
Stress Free School Year!
 School has been back in session for two weeks now. Books need to be
read, assignments are due and tests are just around the corner! It's
normal to feel anxious and even a little stressed.
There's a supplement for that!
Scholarly Supplements
Posted by Physician's Preference on 8/9/2011
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 As a student, it's important to not only take your foundational vitamins, such as the PowerPak and vitamin D, but also supplements that help support healthy brain function, too.
Red, White, and Don't Be Blue!
The Fourth of July weekend is nearly upon us, and a celebration of our nation and heritage is at hand. We all look forward to fireworks, barbeque, and getting together with family and friends. But what happens when the fireworks and fun leave you with a case of the holiday blues… even in a time of celebration? Could your body be telling you something’s wrong?
Convenience at a Cost: The Dangers of Birth Control Pills
Posted by Physician's Preference on 6/7/2011
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It is easy to pop a pill, even though birth control medications have long been known for possibly increasing the risk of stroke, but a recent study found that specific birth control pills increase a women’s risk of stroke by two to three times more than the other medications. This is scary, to say the least. Did you know that birth control pills do not contain the bioidentical hormone, progesterone?
Virgin Coconut Oil-not just for the kitchen anymore!
Posted by Physician's Preference on 5/10/2011
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If you haven’t heard all of the bountifulinformation about Virgin Coconut Oil by now, it’s about time you caught up! Not only can coconut oil be beneficial in the kitchen by aiding in weight loss, possibly lowering cholesterol levels, boosting energy levels and increasing your metabolism, but did you know it can also do plenty of other amazing things for our bodies, like rejuvenate your hair and skin and even prevent wrinkles?
Stress Relief for Skin
Have you ever turned and flashed a big, pearly smile to get the all clear from a friend, being careful to hide any evidence of your last meal? In a similar way, did you know that the evidence of stress can be apparent on your face as well? Before putting a mask over your face, learn how stress affects skin and how to reduce (or eliminate) the evidence.
Dark Chocolate: Did You Know?
Posted by Physician's Preference on 3/29/2011
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Does life get any better than a piece (or two) of delicious, smooth, dark chocolate? The world stops for just a moment, we take a deep breath, escaping from the day’s stress and savoring what could be one of the finest foods on earth. Life is good. So, why do we feel so guilty for an occasional indulgence? Is it possible that a small serving of dark chocolate every day could actually be quite healthy, and something reasonable to look forward to?
The Awesome Foursome – a Heartwarming Combination
It’s February, and love is in the air. The valentine spirit has hearts are all a flutter, so it’s fitting that it also happens to be National Heart Health Month. Depending on who you ask, there are a number of supplements that are considered beneficial for heart health. Coined by Dr. Stephen Sinatra as the Awesome Foursome, CoQ10, Magnesium, L-Carnitine and D-Ribose make up a series of supplements that may be the ticket to keeping your heart happy, in February and throughout the year.*
What Vitamins Should I take?
 As a vitamin consultant, I am asked daily,
“How many and which vitamins do you take?” Resiliently spouting off
almost everything on our shelves, I go through and name everything I
take. When I get done, nine times out of ten I’m asked, “Well what do
you take this for?” and “what does this do for you?” and of course, “What vitamins should I take”. So I’m here to tell you all what is in my pillbox...
Health Concerns 5: Weight Loss Supplements
Posted by Physician's Preference on 12/7/2010
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Physician’s Preference brings you an
article in a series discussing common health concerns. This week we
focus on weight loss supplements.
We’re all guilty of hoping for that magic pill to make all the excess fat melt away. I’m here to tell you it’s...
Vitamin Types 3: Sports Injuries
Physician’s Preference brings you an
article in a series discussing types of vitamins. This week we focus on
vitamins for sports injuries.
Whether
you’re a professional athlete or just someone trying to keep their body
in good shape, it’s likely you’ve experienced a sports or athletic
injury at some point in your life. Recovery from such injuries can be a
difficult task (depending on the severity) requiring patience,
determination, and...
Health Concerns 4: Sleep Deprivation
Posted by Physicians Preference on 10/26/2010
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Physician’s Preference brings you an
article in a series discussing common health concerns. This week we
focus on sleep deprivation.
Pain, illness, drugs, age, one’s sleeping environment, known sleep
disorders, and stress are the top culprits that contribute to sleep
deprivation. Often they are divided into...
Sweeteners: The Good and The Bad
Posted by Physicians Preference on 10/12/2010
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 With the everyday “he said, she said” it’s sometimes hard to decipher
which sweeteners are detrimental to our health and which sweeteners are
harmless. Of course, everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but it’s
time we get a better understanding of exactly which sweeteners are...
Crock Pot Chicken Chili
Posted by Physicians Preference on 10/7/2010
to Yeast Free
 Fall is a great time of year to combine your favorite ingredients into
the crock pot, and effortlessly slow cook a delicious meal.
Chili is always a hit and this recipe is full of more healthy alternates
such as skinless chicken breast and light sour cream, as well as
yeast-free diet suggestions for...
Health Concerns 3: Joint Health
Physician’s Preference brings you an article in a series discussing common health concerns. This week we focus on joint health.
Joint health is a concern for more than 46 million people in the United
States today; in fact, nearly 1 in 5 adults suffer from joint pain and...
Product Series 3: Joint Pain
Physician’s Preference brings you an
article in a series discussing products and their effectiveness. This
week we focus on joint pain.
Many of us have experienced joint pain and stiffness from living active
lives, past injuries, or various types of arthritis such as
osteoarthritis. While staying on the go is best for our overall..
Vitamin Type 2: Pregnancy and Prenatal Vitamins
Physician’s Preference brings you an
article in a series discussing types of vitamins. This week we focus on
pregnancy and prenatal vitamins.
For women and babies, pregnancy is the most important time in life to
take...
Vitamin Type 1: Energy Boosting Vitamins
Physician’s Preference brings you the
first article in a series discussing types of vitamins. This week we
focus on energy boosting vitamins.
Did you know that one of the top reasons patients see their doctors is
fatigue, or low energy? Fatigue can manifest as feeling sleepy, lacking
energy to do things you are excited about, and generally being..
Product Series 2: How Energy Vitamins Work
Physician’s Preference brings you an
article in a series discussing products and their effectiveness. This
week we focus on energy vitamins.
What do you reach for during the well-known afternoon energy slump? Is
it a cup of coffee? Maybe a snack from the vending machine such as
chips, cookies or even a...
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