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Serotonin vs. Dopamine

Both serotonin and dopamine are essential for a happy, balanced life.
Serotonin stabilizes mood and promotes calm, while dopamine drives motivation, pleasure, and rewards. But what happens when these two powerful neurotransmitters fall out of sync?

10 Tips For Better Sleep

We spend about one-third of our lives sleeping, and good sleep is essential for overall health. Sleep isn’t just about feeling rested—it’s when our bodies repair, regulate hormones, strengthen the immune system, and support brain function. Poor sleep disrupts digestion, energy, cognition, and even skin health.

5-HT2A vs GABA

5-HT2A & GABA RECEPTORS: IMPACT ON MOOD, ANXIETY &NATURAL MODULATION Our brain’s intricate neurochemical system plays a crucial role in shaping our emotions, anxiety levels, and overall mental well-being. Two critical players in this system are the 5-HT2A...

Eat Animal Organs

EAT ANIMAL ORGANS TO SUPPORT YOUR ORGANS Beef liver supports your liver, and yes you heard me correctly. Organ complexes (a supplement that contains a blend of desiccated organs, typically from cattle) are nutrient-dense, boosts energy, and improves immune function...

Consistency

WHAT IS CONSISTENCY - REALLY? The foundation of making lasting change in life is consistency. Whether you’re working towards better health, personal growth, or greater productivity, it’s the small, consistent actions that lead to real, lasting results. But what does...

Why Collagen Matters

WHY COLLAGEN MATTERS? Your Key to Wellness Collagen is the body’s most abundant protein and plays a vital role in maintaining skin elasticity, joint mobility, and overall health. However, as we age, collagen production naturally declines, making supplementation...

LIVING & HEALING WITH NEUROPATHY

Living with neuropathy is extremely challenging and can take a significant toll on your quality of life. The constant pain and tingling associated with neuropathy can affect mood, sleep, and impact your overall quality of life. Our goal is to empower you to take a...

WATER DETOX

THE POWER OF HYDRATION Why Detox Water Should Be Your Go-To Wellness Boost When it comes to wellness trends, the words “cleanse” and “detox” can spark a lot of debate. Maybe they’re even triggering to you. Many commercial detox products are full of sugar and empty...

January 2025 Newsletter

Dive into the enchanting history of Amanita Muscaria, also known as the “Fly Agaric” mushroom, with its iconic red cap and white spots. Rooted in folklore and mythology, it has been used for centuries in spiritual..

The Power Of Cacao

THE POWER OF RAW PERUVIAN CACAO Benefits for Mind, Body, and Spirit Raw Peruvian cacao is more than just a delicious treat—it's a nutrient-packed superfood that has been revered for centuries by ancient civilizations. Known as the "food of the gods," cacao carries a...
What Is 5-MEO DMT?

What Is 5-MEO DMT?

5-Methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine, commonly referred to as 5-MeO-DMT, is a powerful psychedelic compound found in the venom of the Bufo Alvarius toad and certain plants, including Psychotria viridis, and Anadenanthera peregrina. It is one of the most potent and intense psychoactive substances known to mankind, with effects that can last for several hours.

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Eco-Friendly Plastic Containers

Eco-Friendly Plastic Containers

A BRIGHTER PACKAGING FUTURE – WASTE REDUCTION
ACCELERATED PLASTIC DEGRADATION
As we think about sustainable packaging, it’s difficult to find a solution that ticks off all the boxes. There are a variety of packaging materials available for CPG businesses to retail their goods in, but what makes our Blue Toad packaging stand out?

Accelerated Degradation. Less than four years after entering an anaerobic landfill, Blue Toad containers are over 85% broken down. How do we achieve accelerated degradation? Our plastic containers (made by Calyx) have an organic additive that attracts microbes that eat the material—meaning it starts degrading as soon as it enters a biologically active landfill. This process does not produce microplastics like oxo- or photo-degradable plastics do.

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Kava’s Mythical Origins

Kava’s Mythical Origins

Written by Bill Chioffi Origin Myths from various cultures and religions are fascinating examples of oral tradition. They inform the listener or reader on the finer elements of the social charters...

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Microdosing 101

Microdosing 101

Microdosing is quickly becoming a mainstream phenomenon. Self-administration of low doses of psychedelic drugs (Psilocybin, DMT, MDMA, LSD) to improve mental health and wellbeing and enhance cognitive function is known as microdosing. It’s important to note, however, that many other substances can be used this way. A microdose is typically 1/10 to 1/20 of a normal dose of mushrooms, botanicals, cannabis, etc. At Blue Toad, we like to add key components to our microdose routine, like: Ashwagandha, B3/Niacin, Bacopa Monnieri, PEA (Phenethylamine), Cat’s Claw, Green Tea, Nutmeg, 5-HTP, Lion’s Mane, GABA, Hemp Cannabinoids, etc.

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Why Is Sleep So Important?

Why Is Sleep So Important?

WHY SLEEP IS IMPORTANT? Sleep plays a vital role in overall good health and homeostasis throughout your life. Studies show that getting the right amounts of quality sleep at the right times can help...

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Boosting With Botanicals

Boosting With Botanicals

This is a wonderful paper written by Dr. Torsten Grothe of Mibelle Biochemistry® - the paper documents the effects of Moldavian Dragonhead extract activating the anti-aging pathways usually...

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