My Favorite Serotonin Boosting Superfood is...

Hi There Fitlifer,

I hope you are having a fantastic week and have a wonderful Father’s Day this weekend. (It’s my first time celebrating Father’s Day as a dad and the joy and love I feel is profound.)

Here’s what we’ll dig into together…

• 💛 Why is saffron so darn expensive?

• ☀️ Why I created my new serotonin-boosting superfood gummy: Happy Drops

• 🍆 Men with lower testosterone die earlier?

• 🌱 Farmacy - 5 Spices to Enjoy This Week

• 🚑 Whats happening this week in health…

💛 Why is saffron so darn expensive?

If you’ve ever looked up Saffron, you probably had to pick your jaw up off the floor when you saw the price. It’s expensive. Very, very expensive. But why? And is it worth it?

Well, first off, it’s very difficult to harvest this small delicate flower. It has to be plucked by hand because machines will crush the petals. They can only be picked before or just after dawn because they’ll get scorched by direct sunlight. And here’s the kicker: It takes 75,000 flowers to equal just one pound of usable saffron.

So again I ask: Why would anyone go through this? It must be something mind-blowing, right?

I’m happy to say that it is totally worth it, and it is indeed mind-blowing—in the happiest way. 

The compounds in saffron are shown to help your brain modulate its levels of serotonin. Serotonin is one of your “happy chemicals” and saffron helps your brain keep more of it around for longer. 

Saffron also contains antioxidant properties which can help protect your brain from oxidative stress. It’s currently being studied for its anti-inflammatory effects and potential to improve cognitive function, sleep, and more.

Ok, got it. Saffron rules. But if it’s so expensive and hard to get, only the rich can enjoy its benefits. Right? 

Not any-freakin-more.

Thanks to my incredible team at Organifi we’ve developed an affordable means of adding a clinical dose of saffron (and a whole bunch of other mood-boosting superfoods) into a bite-sized gummy.

I am so excited to introduce you to the Organifi Happy Drops.

Keep reading to learn more…

☀️ Why I created my new serotonin-boosting superfood gummy: Happy Drops

I’ll be honest: I was in a bad place, but it didn’t look like it.

I had reached a level of success nobody in my family had ever dreamed of reaching. In fact, probably in my entire hometown. I had the perfect marriage, a career as an entrepreneur, and a brand new baby girl (the most adorable child ever). Still, I was not happy. 

My happiness was in the trash can. 

After four years of constant stress, my serotonin levels had plummeted.

I no longer felt like springing out of bed. I put on about 30 pounds of body fat. I felt like a shell of who I used to be. The light in my eyes was completely gone. I felt invisible to the world.

I tried to get back on track with my workouts, tried to stay focused, and tried to stick to a routine… only to fail time and time again. 

I needed something from the external world to help… something that wouldn’t hinder me in the long run. So, I started researching superfoods that could potentially help my serotonin levels.

I stumbled upon something revolutionary. And it’s helping many people live brighter, happier days.

What I found was Saffron.

After trying everything before this, I didn’t have much faith in this working out as well as it did. But what it does to help elevate the mood is nothing short of amazing.

Not only did it work for me, it’s helped countless others through history and up to this point. It’s clinically studied and proven to work. Some people have even had completely life-changing experiences with this natural uplifter.

So I got to work. I tested this in different delivery mechanisms and with various other superfoods like a mad scientist in a lab.

The result? A chewy lemon gummy that tastes great and makes you feel happy. 

That’s why I call them Happy Drops.

Just pop a couple of these and feel your lightness come back into your life—just like mine did. 

And because I think this may be the most important thing I’ve ever created, I’m making sure the price stays as low as humanly possible.

These are real gifts: the gifts of joy, peace, serenity, and happiness.

I hope you’ll give Happy Drops a try! 

🍆 Men with lower testosterone die earlier?

Men with low testosterone might be at risk of a lower death according to a recent study.

Avoid these 3 things because they can destroy your testosterone. (and ladies, please stop your man from eating these things, we don’t want a guy with low T.)

1. Excessive alcohol consumption can disrupt the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, leading to decreased testosterone production.

2. Chips and Fried foods (especially those fried in partially hydrogenated oils) have been linked to increased body weight and decreased testosterone levels, likely due to their negative impact on overall health and hormone regulation.

3. Double-check your protein because soy-based proteins are a no-go my dudes.

Soy contains isoflavones, which are plant-based compounds that can mimic estrogen in the body and potentially lower testosterone levels.

If you’re looking to boost your testosterone or help your man out, enjoy some Shilajit Gummies and Ashwagandha (found in Organifi Green Juice).

🌱 5 Superpowered Spices to Enjoy This Week

🌶️Paprika, made from dried peppers, is packed with vitamin A, capsaicin, and antioxidants like beta-carotene and lutein. It helps reduce inflammation, improves cholesterol, eye health, and blood sugar. High in iron and vitamin E, it supports red blood cell production, which can help prevent anemia. (PMID: 30227776, 26976969)

🌿 Oregano is a flavorful herb with powerful antioxidants, carvacrol and thymol, that fight free radicals and reduce inflammation. It also has antibacterial properties effective against bacteria like E. coli, making it great for fighting infections and possibly reducing cancer cell growth. (PMID: 29278371, 31667426, 27994215)

🦷 Cloves, from the Syzygium aromaticum tree, are rich in the antioxidant eugenol. They help reduce oxidative stress, improve liver health, regulate blood sugar, and fight bacterial infections. Cloves also support oral health by preventing gum disease and tooth decay. (PMID: 36284813, 38290997)

🌼 Saffron, from the Crocus sativus flower, boosts mood with compounds like crocin and safranal. It can reduce depression symptoms, improve sexual function, and ease PMS symptoms. It’s the main ingredient in our Happy Drops. (PMID: 30036891, 29136602, 29464801)

⚫️ Black pepper's piperine enhances nutrient absorption and has antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory benefits. It supports gut health, boosts brain function, and improves cardiovascular health by enhancing blood lipid profiles. (PMID: 23768180, 32599787)

🫚 Ginger, known for aiding digestion and boosting body heat, contains gingerol, which has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. It helps with nausea, digestion, muscle pain, and cardiovascular health by potentially lowering blood sugar and heart disease risk (PMID: 36364048, 32436242, 23612703)

😁 Cinnamon, with its antimicrobial compound cinnamaldehyde, freshens breath and fights tooth decay. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties help regulate blood sugar, improve insulin sensitivity, and support heart health, while also enhancing cognitive function. (PMID: 32932678, 24148965)

🧈 Kerrygold Butter is in Hot Water. A class action lawsuit claims that Kerrygold’s "pure Irish butter" contains harmful PFAS chemicals, contradicting its advertising. A judge ruled the case plausible, allowing it to proceed in court. Consumers allege they overpaid, thinking they were buying a healthier product. The lawsuit seeks damages and accountability for the alleged false advertising.

🔥 Poppi's Prebiotic Claims Under Fire. A lawsuit has been filed against Poppi, challenging the accuracy of their gut health claims. Plaintiffs allege that Poppi's beverages do not provide the advertised prebiotic benefits, potentially misleading consumers about their health impact. The case raises important questions about the regulation of health claims in the beverage industry.

🥒 Salmonella Cucumbers Recalled. Fresh Start Produce Sales is recalling whole cucumbers due to potential Salmonella contamination. This recall affects cucumbers shipped to various states from May 17th to May 21st, 2024. Consumers are advised not to consume these cucumbers and to discard or return them to the place of purchase. The recall follows a positive test for Salmonella by the Department of Agriculture.

🛋️ Watching TV makes you age faster? A report highlights the detrimental effects of prolonged sedentary behavior, such as excessive TV watching, on both adults and children. This lifestyle is linked to accelerated aging, chronic health conditions, and cognitive decline. Experts urge incorporating more physical activity into daily routines to combat these risks and promote overall well-being.

🥃 Don’t Drink and Fly (It’s Bad For Your Heart) Drinking alcohol during flights may pose significant risks to heart health and overall safety. Experts highlight that the combination of alcohol and cabin pressure can increase dehydration, impact cardiovascular function, and impair judgment. It's recommended to stay hydrated and limit alcohol consumption to ensure a safer travel experience.

See you next week!

Remember, we’re in this together.

-Drew Canole

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