HEALTH 101 INFORMATION FOR YOUR LIFE
MAY 2020
We are a combined group of
Sleep and your immune system
Companies, under The GHT Companies’ umbrella, specifically structured to ensure that we deliver industry leading services, high quality products and the best
By now it is common knowledge that many of
developing chronic conditions such as obesity,
us don’t get enough sleep. But what exactly does
diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke,
that mean? Is sleep really that important? If so,
and frequent mental distress.”
representation of our worldwide
how many hours of sleep a day do we need, and
Founding Scientist Partner’s
does the quality of sleep matter? To answer these
discoveries. We do this via four
questions, you need only look at the abundance of
unique Branded Product Lines and an industry-leading Manufacturing
So how can getting enough sleep help you in
research on the effects of sleep on the body and
What your doctors know
mind, including how sleep impacts your immune
Much is known about the connection between
system.
sleep and your immune system. While you sleep,
Medical experts recommend that most adults
business unit. All Branded products
your body naturally produces and secretes a group of proteins called cytokines. The multiple types
get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night,
and Raw Ingredient offerings are
avoiding sickness?
of cytokines work
unique to our companies, either
together to activate
formulated by our Science Team
your body’s immune
or for which we have been granted
response, and are
defined exclusive rights by our
integral to fighting
Founding Scientist Partners.
every sickness from bacterial infections to
We have five companies all under
viruses like the flu.
The GHT Companies umbrella in
Likewise, the
order to provide products and
amount of hours you
services to our customers in the
although older adults may require slightly less.
sleep impacts growth, stress, lung function, and
most effective way possible. For
Yet according to the Centers for Disease Control
cardiovascular health, as well as your intellectual
(CDC), a full one third of all Americans gets less
ability and mood. In fact, explains NIH sleep
than that on a regular basis. The CDC report goes
expert Dr. Michael Twery, “sleep affects almost
on to say that “sleeping less than seven hours
every tissue in our bodies.”
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per day is associated with an increased risk of
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DID YOU KNOW? Chamomile Melatonin Gummies If you are looking for a natural way to improve the quality of your sleep, then these Melatonin Gummies may be for you!
Benefits of Melatonin The use of Melatonin — a hormone produced normally by your body — to aid in providing healthy, restful sleep is well documented. It is commonly employed not only by a wide range of people struggling with insomnia, but also by pilots and other frequent flyers looking to combat jet lag.
A Delicious Way to Get Your Melatonin You’ll enjoy getting to sleep with these gummies, which feature a natural chamomile flavor, very low sugar, and a robust 5mg of Melatonin. In addition, they are non-GMO, and gluten-free.
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upon your getting the recommended amount of sleep per day. But what if you are not sleeping through the night?
What to do if your sleep schedule isn’t ideal The simple answer to that question is you need more sleep. Of course we all know that’s easier said than done. Short naps during the day may be an option for some. But there is no substitute for a solid 7-9 hour stretch at night. One way in which you can encourage a good night’s sleep is to establish a bedtime routine that includes sticking to a consistent schedule, avoiding
TIPS FOR BETTER SLEEP
caffeine and alcohol,
How much melatonin should you take? Melatonin, a hormone naturally produced in the human body, plays a role in helping regulate your
dose as needed to find an effective dosage. When using melatonin for good old-fashioned
sleep/wake cycle. Your levels of the melatonin
insomnia, a supplement like Vibrant Nutraceutical
are lowest in the morning and begin to build up
5 mg melatonin gummies can do the trick: “For
during the day. Peak production happens around
trouble falling asleep at a conventional bedtime
3:00 in the morning, and then sharply decreases
(delayed sleep phase syndrome): 0.3 mg to 5 mg
before the sun comes up.
of melatonin daily for up to 9 months has been
When this process is working flawlessly, you feel awake and alert in the daytime and sleepy and
used.”
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When treating specific medical conditions
relaxed at bedtime. However, there are a number
with melatonin, including jet lag, endometriosis,
of factors that might contribute to inadequate
sleep disturbance caused by blood pressure
melatonin levels at night, which results in trouble
medication and blindness, the required dosage
sleeping. “Stress, smoking, exposure to too much
may be different. For people looking to treat one
light at night (including blue light), not getting
of these problems, a range of 1mg to 10mg may be
enough natural light during the day, shift work,
appropriate.
and aging all affect melatonin production.”1 If you’re experiencing difficulty with sleep,
Let us help
taking a controlled dosage melatonin supplement
Finding the right amount of melatonin for sleep
90 minutes before bedtime for sleep can help
can be different for each person; therefore it may
regulate your body’s natural rhythms. How
take a little time and experimentation to pinpoint
much melatonin should you take? The answer
your perfect dosage. The good news is, our product
to this question varies, and requires a bit of
is safe to take and made from the highest grade
experimentation to find the number of mgs. per
ingredients. As a bonus, Vibrant Nutraceutical
day that works best for you.
melatonin gummies taste delicious! If you find yourself having trouble sleeping
You do you
these days, instead of turning to prescription sleep
Finding the right dosage of melatonin depends
medications, try natural melatonin gummies.
on many factors: the specific problem you’re trying to treat, your age and weight. The general recommendation is to start small and increase the
1 How Melatonin Can Help You Sleep and Feel Better, Healthline.com. 2 Melatonin, Webmd.com.
and putting away your electronic devices at least an hour before bedtime. But while this may help you fall asleep, there is
Stick to a regular schedule
no guarantee that you will stay asleep. This may be due to a deficit in melatonin, the hormone that plays an important role in sleep. We know that melatonin
Avoid caffeine and alcohol
naturally decreases with age. Research shows that the use of melatonin supplements can be effective in promoting quality sleep, and is safe
Put away electronic devices
and non-habit forming. If you are looking to boost your immune system, improve your health, and approach your morning routine
Consider a melatonin supplement
with increased energy, consider adding Vibrant Nutraceuticals’ Chamomile Melatonin Gummies to your nightly routine. Low in sugar and gluten-free, they are a yummy way to ensure a restful and restorative sleep. 1 How Much Sleep Do We Really Need?, National Sleep Foundation, April 2020 2 The Benefits Of Slumber: Why you need a good night’s sleep, NIH News In Health, April 2013 3 Melatonin, Mayo Clinic, 30 March 2018
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INTRODUCING HEALTH 101: INFORMATION FOR YOUR LIFE At the GHT Companies, we firmly believe that a healthy mind and body make for a happy and productive life. To assist our customers in achieving that, we have been producing quality nutraceutical products for decades. Of course, good health goes beyond just vitamins and supplements — it includes exercise, quality sleep, social connection, a positive attitude, and many more factors. The Health 101 program was created to provide information for all aspects of health. We’re excited to share this new journey with you, and would like your feedback. What would you like to learn about? Use this form, found on the VeganLifeNutrition.com website to share your thoughts and request with us:
www.veganlifenutrition.com/101 We’ll do our best to honor those requests. After all, if knowledge is power, we want to provide as much useful information as we can.
From us to you, here’s to your health!
Vitamin D3 used to boost immune system as suggested by a growing body of evidence Vitamin D has long been known to promote healthy bone growth. Now a growing body of research has revealed its role in boosting the body’s immune system as well. A 2011 study published in the Journal of Investigative Medicine found that “Vitamin D has important functions beyond those of calcium and bone homeostasis which include modulation of the innate and adaptive immune responses.”1 Additionally, a recent meta-analysis of scientific studies that examined the role of vitamin D supplements in preventing acute respiratory infection concluded that vitamin D “protected against acute respiratory tract infection overall.”2 A similar study cited by the New York Times found that taking a vitamin D supplement reduced respiratory infections in its participants by 40%.3 Vitamin D can be found in both D3 and D2 forms. The former, D3, is widely considered to be more bioavailable than its counterpart. In fact The Harvard School of Public Health recently reported on multiple studies that found “D3 supplements tended to raise blood concentrations of the vitamin more and sustained those levels longer than D2,” meaning it is more likely to enter the body’s circulatory system, thereby increasing its efficacy.4 Traditional D3 vitamins are made from lanolin, a wax secreted by sheep. However, there are alternatives, found in the plant-based supplements offered by Vegan Life Nutrition, which uses a Vitamin D3 that is derived from Lichen. Available in soft gels, chewable tablets, gummies and spray form, these Vegan D3 vitamins meet the strict standards of the UK Vegan Society. The discovery of the role vitamin D plays in facilitating a healthy immune system coupled with the vitamin’s better-known benefits makes vitamin D3 a crucial supplement for individuals committed to maintaining optimal health. Vitamin D and the Immune System, Journal of Investigative Medicine (Published August, 2011) Vitamin D supplementation to prevent acute respiratory tract infections: systematic review and meta-analysis of individual participant data, British Medical Journal (Published 15 February, 2015) 3 Can I Boost My Immune System? New York Times (Published 10 March, 2020) 4 The Nutrition Source: Vitamin D, Harvard T.H.Chan School of Public Health (Updated March, 2020) 1
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G L O B A L H E A LT H T R A X . C O M | G L S H E A LT H . C O M | L I Q U I D E X P E R T S . C O M | V E G A N L I F E N U T R I T I O N . C O M | V I B R A N T N U T R A . C O M These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Information and statements made are for educational purposes and are not intended to replace the advice of your health care professional.