“There is a rising awareness of homeopathy happening nationwide,” says Janick. “Health care professionals, especially pediatricians and nurses, are embracing natural medicines more and more. Consumers are looking for safe, natural and reliable choices when it comes to treatment options for themselves and their family members. Homeopathic medicines fulfill this important niche.”

With a passion for people, Janick is also enthusiastic about food, books, running, soccer, and Bruce Springsteen since first hearing his music in 1980. “He puts heart into his work and seems to be a stand-up guy. I admire him for that,” he says. Residing in Media, Pa. with his wife and three children, Janick’s weekends are filled with soccer and other family activities. “You know what it’s like to have teenagers,” he says. “It’s a busy but good life.”

“I recently discovered that Boiron make[s] eye drops called Optique 1 that make tired itchy allergy-ridden eyes like new!” says Patton. Available in convenient, single-use sterile doses, Optique 1 offers temporary relief of minor eye irritations due to fatigue or airborne irritants, and soothes red, dry, itchy, burning or tired eyes.

Patton is currently the key hair stylist for ABC’s new hit comedy, “Don’t Trust The B— in Apt. 23.” She was also the hair department head for HBO’s Emmy-nominated show “Entourage.”

“Don’t Trust The B— in Apt. 23,” starring Krysten Ritter, Dreama Walker, Liza Lapira and James Van Der Beek, airs Wednesdays at 9:30 p.m. on ABC.

Before I began working for Vitamin Angels, I never thought about vitamin A. I took my multivitamins and my calcium, but the role vitamin A plays in my life, especially in my childhood development, never crossed my mind. I didn’t have to, because I grew up in the U.S., over the poverty level, and in a home where healthy home cooking was the norm. Without knowing it, I was always consuming foods that were fortified with vitamin A.

I learned here that many children around the world don’t have the same benefits I did growing up – they don’t have access to fortified foods and a balanced, varied diet full of vegetables and fruits. Many, because of poverty, have very little variation in their diets, creating a serious lack of nutrients, including vitamin A.

There are 190 million children worldwide who are vitamin A deficient. Vitamin A deficiency can be deadly; vitamin A builds strong immune systems as well as eyesight. The rate of infants and children contracting such common diseases as measles, malaria, diarrhea and acute respiratory tract infections is dangerously high. Battling these illnesses with weakened immune systems sadly cuts many lives short. Another serious effect is xerophthalmia, an eye disorder that can leave a child permanently blind. It’s an incredibly serious problem, and considering 1 in 3 children worldwide dies of malnutrition (including VAD), an urgent one.

I also learned that vitamin A supplementation is simple and cost-effective. Two high-dose capsules of vitamin A is enough for one child a year (given every six months). This alone can reduce mortality in children under 5 by about 24% in populations at risk of vitamin A deficiency. And it only costs a quarter for those two doses! Our Operation 20/20 program reached 25 million children with vitamin A last year.

Along with Operation 20/20, Thrive to Five connects pregnant and lactating women with prenatal vitamins, and children with multivitamins. Vitamin Angels was recently in Peru, where women in remote mountain villages thanked us for the prenatal vitamins they received – and said they experienced far less problems in their pregnancies. Teachers told us that before the children were receiving multivitamins, they were sleepy, inattentive and sickly looking, and now, after taking the vitamins for only a short while, they are more alert, attentive in class, and more responsive to their lessons. I think this video is a wonderful illustration of what we do.

Through Boiron’s generous support, we’ve connected 150,000 children with essential nutrients. Thank you, Boiron, for everything you do.

Boiron is a proud first-time exhibitor at this year’s expo, and Deborah and Heather from our Public Relations team will be on hand to meet with attendees and share information about our Camilia teething medicine. Look for conference updates on Twitter via @DeborahBoironPR, and check back next week for photos from the event.

What: The Biggest Baby Shower Ever NYC

When: Wednesday, May 9 – 6 – 9:30 p.m.

Where: The Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W. 18^th St. New York, NY 10011

How: A basic entry pass is $60. (All ticket holders will receive a Mombo deluxe pillow.) Click here to buy your tickets now!

Heading to the event? Make sure to stop by our Camilia booth and say “hello” to our team. We would love to meet you!

Medicines such as Cyclease PMS and Cyclease Cramp offer safe, natural solutions for several of these conditions. The Cyclease medicines contain only natural active and inactive ingredients, and do not modify hormonal balance. They are free of stimulants, such as caffeine and sedatives, so women can still enjoy a morning coffee or wine at dinner. You can stay focused and remain productive during the day, and the medicines won’t keep you awake if you need to take one at night. They are also free of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen sodium and acetaminophen, which are commonly found in many PMS medications.

Organized by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Women’s Health Week empowers women to make their health a top priority, and encourages them to schedule regular check-ups and preventative screenings. More information is available here.

With more than 35 years of nutritional consulting experience, Josh is the owner of the Vitamin Center of Agoura Hills in California, and has published several health and nutrition articles. “Here’s To Your Health” airs every Tuesday at 12 p.m. PST on LA Talk Live! Not from the LA area? Click here to watch “Here’s To Your Health” on the web.

From Drew B., Denver, Colo. – “Recovery from my recent 100-mile run was a great learning experience. A colleague of mine noticed my wobbling limp and suggested that I invest in a tube of Arnicare Gel. The pain in my feet and quads was enough that spending only a few dollars was worth the risk. [I] slapped on the gel all over my sore spots and felt the difference by the time I was eating dinner. Over the past couple weeks, I have applied it to my recovering muscles and joints. The best part was that I had not expected to be up and training so quickly after running 100 [miles]. As an endurance athlete, father, husband and therapist, I need quick recovery so I can  be on my A-game at all times, and I am super stoked to have found this product that helps heal my soreness!”

To read the rest of Drew’s comments on Arnicare Gel, please click here. 

From Cindy S., Simi Valley, Calif. – “I tripped over a planter last week and landed face-first into an asphalt parking lot. I was taken to the emergency room via ambulance for medical treatment. Thankfully, there were no broken bones, but I had a huge hematoma on my left cheek and bruising with pulled ligaments in my left shoulder. The next day, my face was very swollen and painful. My daughter suggested Arnicare Gel for the swelling and pain. I was hesitant but decided to purchase the gel. It has been one week since my accident, and my face looks remarkably better. The pain in my face and shoulder is much better, and the bruising and swelling are markedly improved. I’m totally sold! I recommend this product to anyone who has pain or swelling, and I think you will find, like I did, that your purchase will be well worth it!

From Valerie M., Silverado, Calif. – “Arnicare Gel is just what I need. The clear gel isn’t sticky or greasy. I don’t notice any odor, and it absorbs into my skin quickly. The coolness feels nice instantly and within a few moments – poof! – my aches and pains are significantly reduced. I’ve used it for muscle aches and strains and for bruises. This is my go-to product for fast pain relief. If you experience aches and pains, Arnicare is worth checking out.”

Thanks Drew, Cindy and Valerie for sharing your stories! Want to share your own Boiron story with us? We’d love to hear it! Tell us your experience in the comments below or on our Facebook page.

1. Check out the fabulous prizes offered by sponsors of the Holistic Moms Network (including Boiron’s Arnicare) on the “Pin It to Win It: Mother’s Day Celebration!” contest page.

2. “Pin” the prize(s) you would most like to win to one of your own Pinterest boards.

3. In the description on your pin, include: “I’ve pinned it to win it from @HolisticMomsNet!”

4. Enter your name, email address, Pinterest board URL and Twitter name (optional) in this form so HMN can easily contact the winners.

5. If you need an invite to Pinterest, email HMN at networking@holsticmoms.org, and they’ll send one right out!

HMN will select one pinner at random to win a prize they’ve pinned. Winners will be announced on HMN’S Pinterest giveaway board on Mother’s Day (May 13). Good luck!

About HMN: Holistic Moms Network (HMN) is a non-profit organization that supports and educates parents about natural living and helps them explore available holistic options. HMN has more than 100 chapters nationwide, and runs local meetings, e-mail discussion loops, and an informative e-newsletter. For more information on HMN, please visit www.holisticmoms.org, or follow this organization on Twitter or Facebook.

The recently launched program, “Your 2 Cents,” supports student scholarships for sustainable agriculture degrees, military veterans establishing careers in organic farming and new organic farmers, and it establishes research grants for farmers in the “Your 2 Cents” network. The program’s goal is to raise $500,000 in 2012.

For every case sold of its popular Arnicare line, Boiron will contribute to the program. Included in the Arnicare line are sublingual pellets, quick-dissolving tablets, and paraben-free Arnicare Gel, Cream and Ointment. These pain-relieving products work naturally with the body to help relieve muscle pain, stiffness, swelling and bruising from injuries or surgery.

A perfect treatment solution after physically demanding work such as farming and gardening, Arnicare can be conveniently found at select chains, health food stores and independent pharmacies nationwide. Those who want to support the future of organic farming through a purchase of an Arnicare product can find store locations and a $1 coupon at Arnicare.com, and click here for more information on the “Your 2 Cents” program.

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Every winner received a tube of Arnicare Gel and a $50 Walgreens retail gift card, and several winners also earned an additional $100 Walgreens gift card after correctly answering the bonus question, “What was the last name of the family featured in the video?” Head over to our YouTube page to find out the answer in our fun video of a family battling human nature and obstacles in everyday activities, and be sure to “like” Arnicare on Facebook so you can be the first to know about our upcoming contests, promotions and news!

“Subaru is visiting companies that are recognized for having a positive work-life balance,” says Todd Lawrence, promotions and sponsorships manager for Subaru of America. “Our ‘Work Play Love’ tour is a recognition of those efforts and an invitation to come out and play.” Subaru and active lifestyle partners such as KEEN Footwear, Yakima and Trek are making more than 50 fresh air therapy stops at various companies across the U.S.

At the Workday Warrior Photo Booth, our employees chose from dozens of props and themed backdrops to create unique, fun photos with their co-workers. Check out the results below, plus other photos from the event.