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Herbs for Energy: How to Use CBD, Lion's Mane and More to Boost Energy and Focus

Plenty of studies back up the effectiveness of herbs for energy, and stacking supplements can be even more effective. But you always need to know exactly what goes into your body to perform at your best.
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How Rhodiola Rosea Fights off Stress of Modern Life

With the everyday stress of work, relationships, and social demands we're left looking for relief. Rhodiola Rosea is a natural herb and adaptogen used for centuries to support us against the toll stress takes on our bodies.
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Get Better Sleep with 5-HTP

5-HTP has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties and is sold across the world for its beneficial properties as a nutritional supplement. Found in the seeds of Griffonia simplicifolia, 5-HTP supplements support healthy sleep cycles.
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Can Ashwagandha Help with Stress?

Daily stress increase gets in the way of a lot of things, our ability to focus on important tasks, regulate our mood, and worst of all sleep. Stress-fighting adaptogens, like Ashwagandha, can help support the body and mind so you can get a good night's sleep.
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4 Wellness Tips to Keep You Healthy All Year Round

 A global pandemic has forced pretty much the whole world to take a hard look at our health and immunity, but your wellness isn’t something that you should only start caring about when a crisis arises.

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6 Powerful Ways to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed ASAP

Feeling happy and fulfilled can easily and suddenly turn into feeling stressed and overwhelmed. If you find yourself with too much to handle, try these six effective ways to slow down, take stock and stop feeling overwhelmed.
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Your Questions About CBD Capsules, Answered (You’re Welcome.)

CBD capsules can help you feel more productive, invigorated and energized thanks to new blends. But, no, CBD capsules won’t make you high. Here’s what you need to know about this exciting new type of supplement.
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The Facts About COVID-19 and What You Can Do About Them

We had the opportunity hear one of the world’s leading public health scientist and biosecurity and infectious disease expert, Dr. Michael T. Osterholm, give his candid take on the COVID-19 pandemic and how we can prepare for what's to come.
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How to Tell If Your Brain Supplement Is Actually Working

With today’s over-scheduled world, brain support is a must. But is your focus supplement actually working?  Learning how to tell is essential for long-term energy and focus.
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How Long Does It Take to Fall Asleep? Ways to Get to Sleep Faster

A good night’s sleep is priceless, but many of us toss and turn instead of dozing off. Learn how long it takes to fall asleep and if you want to get to sleep faster, check out these tried and tested techniques for deeper sleep.
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Natural Ways to Take Your Workout to the Next Level

In order to see the full benefits of your workout, you have to let your body rest and recover. Try these natural methods, such as CBD for recovery, to help your body restore lost energy, repair tired muscles and release the full effects of a good night’s sleep.
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An Expert Breaks Down Everything You Need to Know About Homeostasis

Everyone seems to be talking about CBD and its role in maintaining homeostasis. Learn the basics of why homeostasis is important, and how CBD and adaptogens can help you unlock balance live your best life.
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Starting Listening to Pink Noise to Boost Concentration, Focus, and Productivity

We've all heard of white noise. But what about pink noise? FOCL uncovers the benefits of this lesser-discussed of color noise and how it can help support focus, concentration, and productivity.
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What to Expect When You Take CBD

How long does it take for CBD oil to work? How should I take it, and what am I going to feel? We answer these questions and more in our guide to what to expect when you take CBD.
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The CBD Vocab You Need to Know

What is the difference between CBD oil and hemp oil? What about marijuana versus cannabis? Read up before you get lost in the weeds of CBD jargon.
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Natural Methods for Fighting Brain Fog

Brain fog makes it impossible to focus or be productive. Rather than a sharp mind and a clear head, you feel sluggish and distracted. Learn the causes and prevention tips for overcoming brain fog.
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6 Quick (and Fun!) Ways to Destress Every Day

Stress is an unwanted symptom of our busy lifestyles, but left unchecked, it can disrupt our focus, rest and performance. Try these six simple and fun stress-relieving activities to get your mojo back.
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Burnout: How to Spot it and How to Stop it

Burnout is not just a buzzword. If you’re exhausted at work, have mental exhaustion and lose focus easily, you may be suffering from burnout. Here, we’ll help you spot the signs of burnout and provide some easy ways to help you get back on track.
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4 Ways to Chill Out at the End of the Day

After a long day, it can be a challenge to figure out how to chill out and relax your mind. Follow these simple tips to switch off and slip into a more peaceful mental state.
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How L-Theanine Can Transform the Way You Caffeinate

L-Theanine is the natural energy supplement you’ve been waiting for. Look no further for the morning energy boost that’s as easy to take as sipping your morning coffee.
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The Procrastinator’s Guide to Staying Focused at Work

Focus, anxiety and procrastination can be a lethal cocktail, but you don’t have to drink it. Oftentimes, the solution for staying focused at work and boosting productivity are one and the same — take that as a motivator and get your focus on.
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Q&A: An Ayurvedic Practitioner Breaks Down How to Unlock a Healthier You

Ayurveda is becoming more and more prevalent in the West. Here we talk with an Ayurvedic practitioner to find out what strategies, herbs, and easy lifestyle changes we can make to help us with our long-term balance and focus.
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What Makes CBD a Super Supplement?

Increasingly popular in the wellness industry, cannabis capsules and tinctures provide incredible therapeutic effects. More than just a trend, CBD helps the body maintain homeostasis and reduce inflammation. Read below for the benefits of CBD and how it interacts with the endocannabinoid system.
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Our Tips for a Happy, Healthy and Stress-free New Year

Make your wellness a priority this year with these tips from FOCL founder, Ken Lawson. Everyone deserves a happy, healthy and stress-free new year! 
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Wellness 101: Five Healing Herbs to Know

Herbal adaptogens are essential for today’s busy life. Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, Bacopa, Lion’s Mane and CBD can help us navigate everyday stressors with increased resiliency and vitality.
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Can You Take CBD for an Energy Boost? (Spoiler Alert: Totally.)

CBD is often touted for its relaxing benefits, but it can also be used to boost energy when combined with other key ingredients. Learn how and why to take CBD for energy, and how it serves as a natural way to increase energy and motivation.
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Not Into Melatonin? Try These Natural Sleep Supplements Instead

Natural sleep supplements could be the secret to helping you sleep better, sleep longer and fall asleep faster. Discover melatonin alternatives that could improve your sleep naturally and elevate your health and wellness to a whole new level.
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FOCL takes 1st at the Aoki Olympics!

On September 21st, 2019, FOCL sponsored and participated in the first-ever Aoki Olympics to #savethebrain in Las Vegas, hosted by the Aoki Foundation. 
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The 5 Best Plant-Based Supplements for Brain Health

When it comes to all those plant-based solutions out there, it can be hard to figure out what will work best for you. Here, FOCL breaks down the best natural cognitive enhancers like Lion’s Mane Mushrooms, Rhodiola Rosea, and more.

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Lion’s Mane: What You Need to Know About the Super Supplement

Humans have used medicinal mushrooms for thousands of years. Lion’s mane mushroom is the king of them all, promising remarkable benefits for body and mind. Is it time to add a lion’s mane supplement to your wellness routine?
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5 Coffee Alternatives You Need to Try

Need a brain boost without the caffeine? These five alternatives to coffee will leave you feeling refreshed, focused and ready to start your day.
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Why You Need a Nighttime Routine

Establishing a healthy nighttime routine is key to restful sleep. While recommendations vary, a bedtime ritual that includes natural sleep supplements is shown to benefit the body and the mind. Read below for our take on herbs for sleep and other nighttime routine suggestions.
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5 Ways to Improve Focus and Memory Naturally

Learn how to increase energy, motivation and memory by taking supplements, meditating, getting sufficient sleep and more.
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What Is a Supplement Stack Anyways?

Learn what supplement stacks are, what types of ingredients are usually included and how to tell if a supplement stack will work for you.
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4 Ways CBD Tinctures Can Jump-Start Your Wellness Routine

CBD’s therapeutic effects make it perfect for use in a wellness routine. Learn how to take CBD tinctures in a way that will benefit your lifestyle with these four easy tips.
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A Modern Guide to Chinese Herbal Medicine

Chinese herbal medicine still has relevant applications today. Use this guide to understand how herbs can restore balance and improve your quality of life in the modern world.
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An Herbalist Breaks Down How to Choose the Best Plant-Based Vitamin

Choosing a quality plant-based vitamin is a challenge for anyone. Here, an herbalist breaks down some key strategies for finding the best supplement for you.

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What Is a Nootropic? An Herbalist Explains

Cognitive enhancers are becoming more and more key to a day-to-day regimen. Here, an herbalist breaks down the best natural nootropics for your unique needs.
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How to Ditch Brain Fog and Get Through an Afternoon Slump

From stretching out to taking natural energy supplements like FOCL, here are some ways to avoid brain fog and procrastination to beat the afternoon slump.