E40: When Shift Happens Podcast with Kevin Follonier Whether you've faced challenges like low energy, diminished libido, feelings of depression or anxiety, persistent insomnia, or the burden of chronic stress, or if you're on a quest to unlock the keys to a life that sharpens your intellect, … [Read more...] about Become Smarter, Calmer and Stronger with Natural Biohacking
Energy & Vitality
4 Incredible Benefits of Rhodiola
Rhodiola is a herb that has been traditionally used in Russia and Scandinavia for centuries. You may have heard of Rhodiola and how it works to support brain health, but did you know that it has a variety of other benefits? In this article, we'll review the benefits of Rhodiola and how you can … [Read more...] about 4 Incredible Benefits of Rhodiola
Maca vs. Tongkat Ali [Which One Works Best?]
Tongkat Ali is certainly one of the top hormone-supporting herbs that we have available for sale here at Lost Empire Herbs. It's very effective at getting into the system and helping your body not only to up-regulate testosterone production but also to keep it freely available. Among other things, … [Read more...] about Maca vs. Tongkat Ali [Which One Works Best?]
Ashwagandha vs. Maca [Which Should You Choose?]
As we begin this comparison, you'll notice that we have an Ashwagandha tincture but a Maca powder. Which you choose and how you use these herbs is going to depend on what you're trying to achieve and what works best for you. Ashwagandha Ashwagandha's main benefit is lowering stress in the … [Read more...] about Ashwagandha vs. Maca [Which Should You Choose?]
Pine Pollen vs. Tongkat Ali [Comprehensive Comparison]
Pine Pollen and Tongkat Ali are two of our most popular herbs and are known for supporting hormones in the human body. These are two of the top herbs available for that critical function, in my opinion. The two substances work a bit differently from each other though. Let's find out about … [Read more...] about Pine Pollen vs. Tongkat Ali [Comprehensive Comparison]
Footwear for Health: What Is Best?
I created this video to expand on some of the concepts in my new book Powered By Nature. Haven’t picked up your copy yet? Check out the incredible deal where we'll essentially pay you to buy the book by giving you a Lost Empire Herbs gift card, plus you’ll help save two acres of the Amazon … [Read more...] about Footwear for Health: What Is Best?
“Get-Out-of-the-Slumps” Drink
I was feeling a bit down the other day. Yep, it even happens to me. ;) But fortunately, only from time to time. As I sat there journaling (part of my morning routine) I asked myself 'what can I do about this?' And two things came to mind, meridian tapping, aka EFT, and loading up … [Read more...] about “Get-Out-of-the-Slumps” Drink
Best Herbs For Stress [Top 3 For 2019]
Chances are you can identify some of your own stress symptoms. Maybe your heart races, your stomach churns, you hold tension in certain areas of your body, or you feel a general sense of being overwhelmed and feeling helpless. All of these “symptoms” are part of the fight-or-flight response that … [Read more...] about Best Herbs For Stress [Top 3 For 2019]
Does Coffee Dehydrate You?
Coffee is the world’s third most consumed beverage in the world, even surpassing the sales of the second most consumed beverage, tea. With what is estimated at a market value of $80 billion, it is the fuel of our around the clock addicted society (1). It has been a major component of the working … [Read more...] about Does Coffee Dehydrate You?
Benefits of Holding Your Breath
This new videos covers the benefits of holding your breath as well as recommendations for practicing it. The benefits go way beyond extra energy and endurance and extend to all the body's organs including the brain. Some of the key points in this video: By working on holding your breath … [Read more...] about Benefits of Holding Your Breath
5 Work-Out Tips to Stay Motivated and Stick to a Routine (Even When You Don’t Feel Like Working Out)
If you want to be strong, healthy and fit, understand that there is no magical routine that will do it for you. However, if you are consistent with working out, even if you have a subpar training plan, you ’ll get better results than most! So, what follows is five unconventional tips you won’t … [Read more...] about 5 Work-Out Tips to Stay Motivated and Stick to a Routine (Even When You Don’t Feel Like Working Out)
Fight Fatigue and Increase Your Energy
Your energy level can be a major indicator of the state of your health and well-being. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) the concept of chi, or energy, is synonymous with life itself; hence, it is also referred to as our life force—the body’s vital energy. While chi is invisible there is a … [Read more...] about Fight Fatigue and Increase Your Energy
Herbal Pick Me Up Tea Recipes
What I call the “Herbal Pick Me Up” is a fantastic way to take powdered herbs and extracts in a super simple way. When you understand some of the ideas you can also find out how to make a great tasting drink…even with some bad tasting herbs. Watch the video here, and then continue reading below … [Read more...] about Herbal Pick Me Up Tea Recipes
The Miracle Tree: Moringa
With a nickname like “the Miracle Tree”, it’s not difficult to imagine that moringa deserves your attention. Moringa oleifera, or simply moringa, is a tropical tree that grows plentifully in Central America, South America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Having been used medicinally for more … [Read more...] about The Miracle Tree: Moringa
Ep54: Benefits of Schisandra with Brandon Amalani
Brandon Amalani is partnered with Pioneer Valley Naturals as the exclusive distributor of the only American-Grown Organic Schizandra currently available. This is where our Schisandra comes from and in this podcast we dive into many of the benefits and uses of schisandra. The Energetic … [Read more...] about Ep54: Benefits of Schisandra with Brandon Amalani
The One Ingredient PR Buster
Before NO2 explode and creatine supplements filled the shelves of supplement stores and online BodyBuilding Forums, great athletes throughout time relied on regular ole foods that grew straight out of the ground. Much of the market boasts about mega nutrients and superfoods backed by mountains of … [Read more...] about The One Ingredient PR Buster
Ep50: Effortless Meditation and Breathing with Joe Weaver
Joe Weaver grew up in the 50's on a small farm in the middle of the US where he learned the value of physical labor and persistence. In the 60's he became a hippie, learned to meditate, do yoga and started working out with weights. In the 70's he moved to Fairfield, Iowa and earned a degree in … [Read more...] about Ep50: Effortless Meditation and Breathing with Joe Weaver
Ep48: Practical Nutrition with Zack Zeller
Through his undergraduate career, working part-time jobs, managing several wellness-focused community organizations all while juggling family and friends Zack Zeller has forged himself into America’s #1 practical nutrition coach. When it comes to getting results with clients, regardless of their … [Read more...] about Ep48: Practical Nutrition with Zack Zeller
Ep47: Bodyweight Training and Isometrics with Todd Kuslikis
Todd Kuslikis is devoted to helping men build muscle using only bodyweight exercises. Todd’s first exposure to the world of calisthenics was during his Kenpo karate training in college. He saw individuals with amazing physiques performing unique bodyweight exercises he had never seen before. After … [Read more...] about Ep47: Bodyweight Training and Isometrics with Todd Kuslikis
Ep45: Qi Gong with Peter Ragnar and Tristan Truscott
What is Qi Gong and what are the many benefits it can bring into your life? Discover in this fun interview with Peter Ragnar, who has been our guest several times before, and Tristan Truscott. This includes benefits to: Longevity Pain Strength Athleticism Hormones And … [Read more...] about Ep45: Qi Gong with Peter Ragnar and Tristan Truscott
Ep41: Incorporating Tonic Herbs into Your Life with Michael Vasquez
Michael Vasquez has been a practitioner of the Internal Healing Arts since the age of 16. He began his formal training with the Martial practices, where his training & teaching included classes in Korean and Chinese Martial Arts. The natural development of the practice moved from “external” to … [Read more...] about Ep41: Incorporating Tonic Herbs into Your Life with Michael Vasquez
Breath of Life
The one constant we can collectively count on is the breath. Every moment we are inhaling the purest form of life. Now, we can go for moments, seconds, minutes, even lengthy minutes without oxygen; however, we must always return to the breath, whether we know it or not. This is the essence of … [Read more...] about Breath of Life