Health Country

09/04/2026

A general multi-vitamin is a good option, since our food supply is lacking in so many nutrients. Some people just can't do capsules or tablets. So for those, we have this excellent gummy multi!

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09/01/2026

Ginger poultice for joint pain. It's something a number of our customers find helpful.
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08/31/2026

Castor oil packs seem like something 'new', but in fact, they have been used for thousands of years! Come check out our selection of castor oils.

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08/28/2026

Here are some more details on how to safely use DMSO topically.

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How DMSO Moves Through Tissue and Why Handling Matters

DMSO can pass through biological membranes without damaging them and spreads rapidly through the body after skin contact, which is what makes it useful as a carrier and also why it calls for care.

Because DMSO carries whatever it is mixed with into tissue, contaminated surfaces and impure ingredients are described as real risks, and combining it with medications or strong botanicals is not something to attempt without professional guidance.

08/27/2026

Scientists did a meta-analysis of research done on the connection of the gut microbiome and Parkinson's disease. It came to some really exciting conclusions! The pictures below give an excellent summary. The study itself is linked in the comments.

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08/25/2026

We say 'Food first!'. But sometimes it's impossible to get enough nutrients from our food. Magnesium is esp hard to get through food because of the large RDA (recommended daily amount) required.
Check out this video that shows you how much of various foods you would need to consume daily to get enough magnesium.

And then come see us for some excellent magnesium supplements.

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08/24/2026

Mason City is hosting the World Aerobatic Championship for the next 10 days. Go check them out at the Mason City Municipal Airport!

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✈️ The World Aerobatic Championship Starts Today! 🇺🇸🌎

The skies over North Iowa are about to get exciting! Today marks the first day of competition at the 2026 World Aerobatic Championship at Mason City Municipal Airport.

Want to watch the action? Spectator viewing is free, and no tickets are required!

📍 Where to Watch:
Spectators can watch the competition from the area outside the airport fence near the site of the former terminal. Bring your lawn chairs and get comfortable.

📺 Can’t make it to the airport? No problem! You can watch the entire championship LIVE on YouTube from wherever you are. https://www.youtube.com/

🅿️ Parking:
Parking is available in the airport terminal parking lot, with additional overflow parking available in the grass areas as needed.

👀 Important: The airport gates will not be open to the public. All spectator viewing will take place from outside the airport fence.

Come out, grab a chair and watch some of the world's best aerobatic pilots put their skills to the test!

Welcome to the 2026 World Aerobatic Championship! ✈️🇺🇸

08/21/2026

Hormones, including adrenaline and dopamine and cortisole can be confusing. But, really, it doesn't have to be complicated to have a healthy hormonal system. Check out these simple tips.

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08/20/2026

Delaying of cancer treatments by even weeks can make a huge difference in outcomes of care. We believe preventative care is something we should all be focused on. And we have lots of wonderful supplements that have been tested to discourage cancer cell proliferation! There are no guarantees, but why not do 10 things that each have approximately 10% chance of lowering your body's likelihood of succumbing to cancer?

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A JAMA Surgery study of over two million patients found that cancer treatment delays grew by more than 10 days across six disease types.

08/18/2026

Tea tree oil has known anti-microbial properties. No one should be without a bottle of tea tree essential oi!

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