The NatureCity Podcast

You may know that lutein, zeaxanthin and meso-zeaxanthin are valuable supplements for eye health, but lesser known is how they also support brain health and your body’s ability to cope with stress.   In this episode, we highlight the key findings of research with Lutemax 2020, a premium quality source of lutein, zeaxanthin and meso-zeaxanthin from marigold flowers.   Carl describes how b...

Join Carl and special guest Dr. Christopher Bailey from Gencor as they explore the amazing benefits PEA, a nutrient your body releases as a response to discomfort and stress. PEA levels in the body naturally decline as we get older and the demand for PEA increases.  That’s why your joint supplement should contain Levagen+ to help restore normal levels of PEA.  Levagen+ provides the same...

Melatonin supplements have exploded in popularity in recent years, with up to 30% of Americans using them to help sleep.  Unfortunately, not all of these are happy users, as about 25% of melatonin users report experiencing morning grogginess or daytime drowsiness.   In this episode, Carl explains why he believes this unwanted effect happens, and why you need to be careful about how much...

B vitamins play a crucial role in our overall health– including heart and brain health, cellular energy production pregnancy and fertility health, and more.    In this episode, Carl explores the key benefits of B vitamins, why it’s important to get all 8 of the B vitamins and he also reveals some common marketing misconceptions you may have heard about B vitamins.   You’ll also hear...

Berberine has been gaining popularity in recent years for its potential to support metabolic health – particularly healthy blood sugar metabolism – and various aspects of healthy aging. However, berberine is poorly absorbed with low bioavailability in the bloodstream, so emerging ingredients are addressing this challenge.   In this follow-up to episode 25’s deep-dive into the novel GlucoVanta...

Ashwagandha is well known for helping with stress, and a special high potency ashwagandha extract can double as a sleep aid to help you sleep better and wake-up feeling refreshed.   In today’s episode, Carl walks us through a groundbreaking research study showcasing the impressive sleep benefits of the Shoden Ashwagandha extract -including helping you increase the most important type of sleep...

Ready to get the most bang for your supplement buck? In today’s episode, Carl explores two more essential supplements for a happy, healthy heart and cardiovascular system.   Today’s episode will cover two crucial categories of nutrients vital for heart health: the dynamic duo of Vitamin D3 x Vitamin K2, and the “must have” benefits of polyphenols.   However, not just any supplement with...

You have a lot of choices in heart health supplements, but which ones give you the best bang for supplement buck?  Today we're diving into the world of cardiovascular vitality with Carl as your trusted guide. Join him in this first part of a two-episode deep-dive on four essential supplements for a happy, healthy heart and cardiovascular system..   Today’s episode will cover two foundati...

No one wants to become weaker while aging – but losing muscle mass is a real challenge and can lead to devasting health events. The good news is research is finding ways you can help your body nutritionally.   In today’s episode, Carl unpacks a compelling study linking higher omega-3 levels to reduced frailty in older adults, shedding light on why maintaining robust health markers is crucial...

Carl discusses the 3 ingredients that work so well together for sleep and stress support that another larger supplement company just introduced the same combination (spoiler alert: theirs costs about 40% more than our product).   These ingredients don’t make you drowsy or groggy and can be taken in the daytime or before bedtime.  You’ll see how they help your brain relax, which can you h...

If you’re worried about bone health, it’s likely you’ve been told to increase calcium or magnesium intake. But the real culprit may be another mineral – plant silica.   Silica gives us silicon, which helps energize bone formation and contributes to great looking hair, skin and nails. Unfortunately, our diets typically only give us about half the amount of silicon linked to good bone health. &...

Today's episode covers a ground-breaking dietary fiber star called Solnul™, a resistant starch born from Canadian potatoes and the genius of sustainable upcycling. Carl is joined by Jason Leibert of MSP Starch Products Inc., the producer of Solnul™, and together they peel back the layers to reveal how this previously wasted resource is changing the fiber game and enriching our diets.   Even i...

The health of your gut affects your brain and how you feel, and vice-versa.  Carl is joined by Eric Anderson and Elise Kaiser to discuss the breakthrough supplement ingredient called Digexin that uniquely supports digestive health as well as mood and our ability to cope with stress. Tune in to hear how Digexin helps increase bowel movements and makes them more comfortable and complete by help...

In this episode, Carl introduces True DYB, a revolutionary drink mix that combines 16 ingredients that help you Digest Your Best and supports many other areas of body such as brain health, skin appearance and the immune system.   TrueDYB offers total digestive support starting in the stomach, continuing in the intestines and microbiome, and promoting regular and more comfortable bowel movemen...

In this episode, Carl reviews the role of keratin in hair, skin and nail health, and discusses the form you should look for in supplements, which is solubilized keratin. Solubilized keratin is superior to hydrolyzed keratin because it maintains its biological activity, while also being digestible.   Carl also discusses the research findings in studies with Cynatine HNS, the solubilized kerati...

In this episode, Carl continues to address your questions on how to protect you and loved ones from fake supplements, focusing on the importance of seeking out branded ingredients in your products.   Even without worries about fraud, you want to take branded ingredients because they are typically better quality, safer and more likely to give you the results you’re seeking.  On top of thi...

In a recent episode Carl and supplement industry veteran Jeff Barrie discussed the many ways consumers are being scammed with fraudulent supplements. This generated many questions from listeners, and Carl uses this episode to answer these questions and elaborate on ways you can protect yourself from fake supplements.   Included in the discussion is tips on how to guard against purchasing...

In this episode, Carl discusses the only supplement ingredient that gives you the same form of ATP that our bodies use to power muscle movement and allow cells to function. All living cells use ATP for energy, it essentially allows life to exist. This ingredient is called Peak ATP, and when taken before exercise and workouts, it helps you resist fatigue, increase performance, and finish strong.&nb...

In this week’s episode, we delve into the concerning issue of fraudulent products in the supplement marketplace. Reports are finding this problem seems to be widening and affecting many popular supplement ingredients including Aloe vera, curcumin, elderberry, magnesium, berberine, astaxanthin and many more.   Carl is joined by Aloe vera expert Jeff Barrie, and they share many examples of how...

Many fruit and vegetable blends contain a long list of impressive sounding ingredients, but what can they actually do for you? In this episode, Carl reveals 24 valuable health benefits that you can experience with the carefully chosen ingredients in TrueBerry7.     This is based on published research with the specific super fruit extracts in TrueBerry7, not similarly sounding ingred...

Why can carbs cause more snacking between meals?  Carl delves into the body’s response to rapid blood sugar spikes from food – and how this can make your weight management and weight loss goals more challenging.   You’ll also hear some nutritional options to help minimize these blood sugar swings, which not only can help weight management, but also support healthy aging and better glycem...

Carl shares why the price of many fish oil supplements has been skyrocketing (and may be headed higher) and some products are no longer available. The same ocean phenomenon that’s the culprit occurred about 10 years ago, which subsequently led NatureCity to change its product and fish oil source.   This resulted in the TrueOmega-3 fish oil supplement which covers all the bases – sustaina...

Carl sits down with Jodi-Ann Blackwood from Bionap USA , to discuss the unique Morosil extract from Italy that was recently named “Ingredient of the Year” in the Weight Management supplement category by NutraIngredients.   Morosil comes from nutritionally dense Sicilian moro oranges which uniquely help reduce fat accumulation and can accelerate weight and fat loss when used with a sensible di...

In this episode, our host, Carl Pradelli, sits down with resveratrol expert Marcia da Silva Pinto, to discuss the fascinating topic of resveratrol and one of the purest and most potent sources, which is Veri-te resveratrol.    Originally believed to be secret behind the heart health benefits of red wine, we now know from extensive research that resveratrol (and Veri-te in particular) can...

In today's episode, special guest, Erik Kenison from Nutriscience, joins us to discuss the novel ElderMune elderberry ingredient for supplements.  You’ll hear what makes ElderMune superior to other elderberry ingredients and how this can help you better support immune system function. With counterfeit or adulterated elderberry a big concern in the marketplace, ElderMune sets a new standard fo...