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Alcohol is a bridge to nowhere
The Sober Truth: Natural Alternatives to Alcohol for Anxiety and Sleep
Recent comprehensive studies have indicated that there is no amount of alcohol that is actually good for you. While it may seem like a quick fix for dealing with stress and anxiety, knocking yourself out with a couple of drinks actually leads to lower quality sleep and disrupted sleep patterns. In regards to anxiety and depression, alcohol has been shown to make these conditions worse over time. To make matters worse, alcohol can be highly addictive and habit forming
Loquats: A Secret Southern California Delight
Loquats: A Secret Southern California Delight

While the San Fernando Valley of Southern California is blessed with an abundance of neighborhood fruit trees, my personal favorite has always been the loquat. From my own backyard, these perfect loquats are the source for the juice that I concentrate and blend with our organic full-spectrum hemp extract and the finest all-natural plant based ingredients to make our limited seasonal Hit! Loquat Gummies. Because loquat season is short and I only want to present the highest expression of the fruit, we only sell them in limited amounts for a very short time. I hope you love them as much as I do.

Lawrence Miller running an Ultra Marathon with the help of Hit! Balm.
5 Proven Ways to Aid Recovery for Athletes

Increasingly treatment protocols for sports injuries take more of a natural and process-oriented approach.. Athletes should focus on reducing inflammation as it relates to pain, not to the point that it inhibits tissue repair. 

These are the 5 most effective recovery protocols.

Qi is the energy flowing in all living things
Why Is Qi The Secret To Maintaining Your Health and Speeding Recovery?

Throughout our daily lives, we all notice as our energy levels ebb and flow: sometimes bursting; other times dwindling like an ember. In Chinese medicine, we consider qi as broadly equivalent to energy – specifically, to how signals and nutrients flow through the body. When qi becomes stuck, this circulation clogs manifesting as cramps, discomfort, lethargy, and a greater risk of injury. Master Qi to recover faster and flow like the breath of life itself.

Reducing inflammation to fight pain and speed recovery
Reducing inflammation to fight pain and speed recovery
While inflammation is part of the body’s natural healing response to injury and infection, chronic inflammatory diseases are the most significant cause of death in the world. It's estimated that nearly 60% of all Americans have at least one chronic inflammatory condition. In this post, we explore the relationship between disease and inflammation and consider natural remedies with proven anti-inflammatory properties.
9 amazing plants that fight pain and inflammation
9 amazing plants that fight pain and inflammation

If you’re struggling with pain, know that you are not alone. Over 50 million Americans wrestle with chronic pain and arthritis daily. Here are nine amazing herbs that I use daily in my practice that you may help you too. 

Hit! back at sore muscles! As seen in Black Belt Magazine.
Hit! back at sore muscles! As seen in Black Belt Magazine.
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In practically every physical pursuit that has the potential to leave your muscles feeling sore after a good workout, people are talking about CBD. The initialism stands for cannabidiol, a substance that many regards as a miracle worker. Problem is, you need to be selective when it comes to sourcing your CBD because some unscrupulous sellers are passing along subpar versions.
Wild in wellness: recovery in action
Wild in wellness: recovery in action
Sub-elite, professional or amateur, the athlete’s job is to put their bodies on the line. They subject themselves to higher levels of pain, stress, and exhaustion and are likely to see more bruises and breaks than the average person. Their physical and mental endurance is what separates them from us mortal recreationalists. But what sets a podium-placing athlete apart from his or her peers? A renewed focus on recovery suggests that it’s not how hard one trains, but how easily one recovers
A Beginner's Guide to Acupuncture: A Holistic Perspective on Chronic Pain
A Beginner's Guide to Acupuncture: A Holistic Perspective on Chronic Pain
From the perspective of Chinese medicine, chronic pain might be viewed as a disruption in the flow of Qi (energy) through the body. Acupuncturists seek to restore this balance by inserting thin needles at specific points, stimulating the body's natural healing processes. Accompanied by herbal remedies and lifestyle recommendations, it's a comprehensive approach that addresses the root cause.