by Aaron | Jan 5, 2026 | Active Lifestyle, BLOG, healthy for life, healthy habits, healthy life style
When it comes to getting healthy, most of us make it harder than it needs to be. The truth? You don’t need a complicated plan or a massive overhaul. You just need a few healthy living habits you can come back to—day after day.
These four fundamentals—hydration, balanced eating, sugar awareness, and daily movement—can help you feel more energized, balanced, and in control of your health.
1. Hydrate Smarter (Not Harder)
Your body runs on water, but many of us treat hydration as an afterthought. Even mild dehydration can cause fatigue, brain fog, and cravings that feel impossible to ignore.
Start with simple steps:
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Drink one full glass of water first thing in the morning.
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Keep a refillable bottle nearby throughout the day.
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Swap one soda or sugary drink for an herbal beverage like Calli or Fortune Delight.
These light, flavorful herbal drinks make hydration easier and more enjoyable, while supporting your body with antioxidant-rich botanicals.
2. Build a Better Plate
Healthy eating doesn’t have to mean restriction. The goal is balance, not perfection. A simple visual guide works wonders:
½ vegetables, ¼ protein, ¼ smart carbs + a little healthy fat.
That might look like roasted veggies with chicken and brown rice, or a big salad with beans, avocado, and whole-grain bread.
When life gets busy, easy, nourishing options help you stay on track. Try blending a NuPlus smoothie or a SunFit Protein Plus shake to bridge the gap between meals. These balanced, plant-based options provide real nutrition and help steady your energy throughout the day.
3. Tame Sugar & Cravings
Cravings happen—it’s your body’s way of asking for fuel or relief from stress. Instead of fighting them, support your body so they naturally lessen.
Try this approach:
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Don’t skip meals. Regular eating prevents energy crashes and sugar binges.
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Add protein and fiber to meals for lasting fullness.
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“Crowd out” sugary foods by eating more real, satisfying meals earlier in the day.
When temptation strikes, support your healthy routine with VitaTaste®. This natural formula includes gymnema to help block sugar and refined carb absorption, while fiber-rich lotus root slows digestion to support balanced energy.
4. Move More, Sit Less
Movement doesn’t have to mean structured workouts or hours in the gym. Every bit of motion counts—walking, stretching, dancing, or taking the stairs.
Think “movement snacks”:
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A 10-minute walk after a meal.
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Stretching while the coffee brews.
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Standing up and moving between tasks or meetings.
Consistent, gentle activity improves mood, digestion, sleep, and energy. If you like to keep a supportive nutrition routine, Sunrider’s SunFit line can help you refuel, recover, and stay energized as you move more each day.
Start Small, Stay Consistent
Healthy living habits don’t start with perfection—they start with awareness and consistency.
Drink a little more water. Eat real, balanced meals. Keep sugar in check. Move your body regularly. Layer in products that support your goals, and give yourself credit for every small improvement.
When your choices become habits, healthy living stops feeling like work—and starts feeling like the way you live.
With Love and Light,
Aaron & Sel
SunHealthAZ
Health and Wellness with Sunrider Wishing you and yours a day full of Fortune and Delight!
by Aaron | Dec 12, 2025 | Active Lifestyle, BLOG, Daily Trio
You know how every health story seems to start with something dramatic?
“I cut out 47 foods, started getting up at 4 a.m., and now I only eat air and sunshine.”
Yeah… that was never going to be us.
When our health started to improve, it wasn’t because we became completely different people. It was because we started paying attention to what we now call our Daily Trio:
- What we ate
- How often we moved
- When we went to bed
Not flashy. Not trendy. But surprisingly powerful.
1. What We Ate: From “Whatever’s Fast” to “Will Future Me Thank Me?”
For a long time, our food choices were basically:
“What’s nearby, what’s fast, and what requires the least dishes?”
We weren’t out to sabotage ourselves, we were just tired and busy. Sound familiar?
The shift started when we began asking one tiny question:
“Will future me thank me for this?”
Not “Is this perfect?” Not “Is this gluten-free, dairy-free, joy-free?”
Just: Will this help me feel better later today?
That looked like:
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Adding a vegetable or two to most meals
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Making sure there was some protein on the plate
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Swapping one processed snack for something closer to real food
On crazy days, when chopping and prepping felt like too much, we leaned on simple things like:
Not because smoothies are magical, but because having something nourishing ready made it easier to choose better without using extra willpower.
If you want to see what Sunrider has to offer, you can check it out here:
https://us.sunrider.com/AaronandSelShuster/
2. How Often We Moved: The 10-Minute Rule
We used to think movement “counted” only if we:
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Changed clothes
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Got in the car
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Went somewhere
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Got very sweaty
Which meant… most days, nothing happened.
So we made a deal with ourselves:
Movement counts if it’s at least 10 minutes.
That’s it. No gym membership required.
Some days that meant:
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A 10–15 minute walk after dinner
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A quick stretch session between meetings
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Marching in place while waiting for the coffee (yes, really)
Nothing heroic. But those tiny chunks of movement:
Sometimes we’d make it a ritual:
Walk + a cup of Fortune Delight® or Calli® when we got back. Not a “fat-burning miracle,” just a way to anchor the habit with something we enjoyed.
3. When We Went to Bed: The Least Glamorous Game Changer
Sleep used to be the thing we sacrificed first.
Need to get something done? Stay up later.
Want to relax? One more show.
Oops… it’s midnight again.
But we noticed a pattern:
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Less sleep = more cravings
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Less sleep = less motivation to move
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Less sleep = more “whatever’s easiest” food choices
So we gave ourselves a gift: a simple bedtime window.
Not an exact time, just a range. For example:
We also started a very un-fancy wind-down routine:
Did we suddenly start sleeping like angels? No.
But bit by bit, our bodies started trusting that they’d get real rest—not random crashed-out naps on the couch.
Why the Daily Trio Works (Even When Life Is Messy)
Here’s the thing about the Daily Trio—what you eat, how you move, when you sleep:
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You don’t have to do them perfectly.
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You don’t have to change everything at once.
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You will have off days. (We still do.)
But when these three are even slightly better, almost everything else is easier:
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It’s easier to say no to that extra sugary snack.
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It’s easier to get off the couch for a 10-minute walk.
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It’s easier to be patient—with your body and with other people.
And that’s where Sunrider fits in for us.
Where Sunrider Fits (After the Basics)
We like to say:
Healthy lifestyle first. Sunrider second.
We didn’t start with products and hope they would fix everything. We started with the Daily Trio, then added tools to make those habits easier.
For example:
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When we’re too busy to prep a full meal, having NuPlus® on hand helps us avoid the drive-thru.
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When we want something comforting in the evening that isn’t sugar, a warm cup of Calli® hits the spot.
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When we’re doing our little movement breaks, sipping Fortune Delight® instead of soda keeps things lighter.
None of these are magic. They’re just supportive choices that make our healthy habits more doable and enjoyable.
If you’re curious about Sunrider products, you can take a look here:
https://us.sunrider.com/AaronandSelShuster/
How to Start Your Own Daily Trio (This Week)
You don’t need a Monday. You don’t need a new month. You just need one tiny step in each area.
Try this:
1. What you ate
2. How often you moved
3. When you went to bed
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Decide on a simple “bedtime window” for tonight.
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Do one small wind-down action 30 minutes before: lights down, phone away, or a calming herbal drink.
That’s it. No 30-day hardcore challenge. Just one day, three small choices.
Walking This Out Together
At SunHealthAZ, our goal isn’t to turn you into a different person.
It’s to help you become more you—with more energy, more calm, and more confidence in your daily choices.
This week, pay attention to your own Daily Trio:
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What you ate
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How often you moved
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When you went to bed
Notice how small adjustments affect how you feel.
And if you’d like some gentle support tools for the journey, you can always visit our Sunrider distributor page here:
https://us.sunrider.com/AaronandSelShuster/
We’re cheering you on, one small habit at a time.
Aaron & Sel
SunHealthAZ
by Aaron | Dec 3, 2025 | Active Lifestyle, BLOG, healthy life, wellness
If you’ve ever felt tired all the time, you’re not alone.
For years, that was me.
I lived on strong coffee and big meals. My energy spiked, then crashed, and by late afternoon I was wiped out. Even though I tried to work out and stay in “reasonable” shape, my weight and energy were always a struggle. I was tired of being tired.
Opening a Health Food Store… and Still Feeling Worn Out
My wife Sel is a holistic nutritionist, and together we opened a health food store. We were surrounded by positive people, good food, and natural products. We taught classes, helped customers, and did everything we could to live a healthy lifestyle.
We carried all the things you’d expect in a good health food store: whole grains, teas, vitamins, minerals, natural snacks, and more.
But here’s the honest truth: even with all that, my energy still wasn’t where I wanted it to be.
The Day Everything Changed
One afternoon, a man walked into our store looking for a specific tea and shake for his wife. None of our suppliers carried what he was asking for, so I asked him to bring me the empty package so I could track it down.
When he returned, I saw the logo: Sunrider.
To help this customer, I ordered some Sunrider whole foods and herbal drinks. I also decided to try them myself.
Discovering the Philosophy of Regeneration
As I began to use the Sunrider “basic” products every day, I started learning about something they call the Philosophy of Regeneration. In simple terms, it’s the idea that your body can do amazing things when you:
I didn’t understand every detail at first, but it made sense. I already knew that fruits, vegetables, and herbs are important for health. Sunrider simply made it easier to get those plant foods in a concentrated, convenient form that fit my busy life.
The Results We Noticed
Within the first few weeks of using the products daily, I noticed real changes. My energy felt steadier throughout the day. I felt calmer and more focused. My digestion improved, and I was sleeping more deeply and waking up ready to go.
These were my personal experiences, and of course everyone is different. But for me, it was a big shift.
Friends, family members, and store customers started asking, “What are you doing? You seem different.” My answer was simple:
I switched what I’m eating and drinking.
From Customers to Full-Time Sunrider Distributors
We began sharing Sunrider with more of our customers. They would try the foods and herbal drinks, feel a difference, and come back for more. Many of them started “switching brands” from the products they were buying at the grocery store to Sunrider foods, drinks, and personal care products.
Over time, Sunrider became a bigger and bigger part of our lives and our business. Eventually, we sold the health food store so I could focus on helping people with Sunrider full time.
Why We Still Love Sunrider Today
Years later, Sel and I still use Sunrider products every day in our home. We love that Sunrider is family-owned with strong quality control, that the products are based on concentrated plant foods and herbs instead of fad ingredients, and that they’re designed for daily use—mixed into shakes, sipped as drinks, or used as simple swaps for things you already buy.
For us, Sunrider isn’t about a quick fix. It’s about supporting the body with better foods and herbal drinks, day after day.
Want to Take the First Step?
If any part of our story feels familiar to you, you might be wondering where to start.
A great first step is to learn more about Sunrider and see the foods, drinks, and other products we use in our own home.
You can read more about Sunrider and explore our favorite products here:
https://sunhealthaz.com/about/
In the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing simple health habits and introducing the “Daily Trio” we recommend to most people who are just getting started. We’d be honored to support you on your own health journey.
by Aaron | Aug 28, 2025 | BLOG, Energy Drinks, healthy life, Recipes
If your body could ask for a reset button, it might look a lot like this smoothie. Our Green Machine Super Smoothie is an easy way to pack in leafy greens, fiber, and plant-based nourishment in one glass—perfect for busy mornings or a gentle reboot after a stretch of “less-than-ideal” choices. The greens, apple, and banana bring the fresh, real-food goodness, while Sunrider® favorites like NuPlus®, Quinary®, Fortune Delight, and Evergreen® (optional) add concentrated herbal support.
It’s quick, it’s vibrant, and it’s a simple way to show your digestive system, immune system, and energy levels a little love—one sip at a time.
GREEN MACHINE SUPER SMOOTHIE
Cleanse and nourish your body with this super shake:
Ingredients:
1 cup firmly packed kale, spinach, or collard greens, stems removed and roughly chopped
1 green apple, coarsely chopped
1 banana
1 packet NuPlus® Simply Herbs™
1 packet Quinary®
8 oz. Fortune Delight®, chilled (any flavor)
1 vial of Evergreen® (optional)
Instructions:
Place the Fortune Delight® in the blender first, followed by the rest of the ingredients. Blend until smooth. Add water if the mixture is too thick.
by Aaron | Feb 6, 2025 | BLOG, healthy life, Herbal Foods and Beverages, Herbal Teas
Want brighter skin and a calmer mind? Skincare isn’t just about what you apply—it’s also about what you put in your body. Green tea is a beauty and wellness powerhouse that works from the inside out!
Glow from the Inside Out
Want brighter, healthier skin? Green tea is loaded with polyphenols, powerful antioxidants that fight free radicals and slow signs of aging.
By drinking green tea daily, you’re supporting your body’s natural detox process, which helps flush out toxins that can lead to breakouts and inflammation. Staying hydrated with antioxidant-rich tea also keeps your skin soft, clear, and glowing!
Try sipping Calli® Mint every day for a natural skin boost. Combined with a nutrient-rich diet and plenty of water, this tea works from the inside out to keep your skin looking fresh and youthful.
💡 Healthy Habit Tip: Start your morning with a self-care ritual—sip green tea while journaling, stretching, or simply taking a few quiet moments to yourself. Hydration + mindfulness = the perfect glow-up routine!
Stress Less with a Daily Tea Ritual
Between endless to-do lists and daily responsibilities, stress can feel unavoidable. But small, simple habits—like enjoying a cup of tea—can bring moments of calm into even the busiest days.
Green tea contains L-theanine, a natural compound that promotes relaxation while keeping your mind sharp. Think of it as a mini meditation in a cup! Instead of reaching for sugary snacks or a glass of wine when stress hits, try brewing a warm, comforting tea to unwind.
For deep relaxation, Calli® Night is a wonderful choice. Made with calming herbs, it helps transition you from a hectic day to a peaceful night’s sleep—without the grogginess that some sleep aids cause.
💡 Healthy Habit Tip: Create a wind-down routine by turning off screens an hour before bed, making a cup of Calli® Night tea, and reading a book or practicing deep breathing. Your body and mind will thank you for the extra rest!
One Simple Change, Big Benefits
Green tea is more than just a drink—it’s a daily ritual that can help you feel better, look brighter, and stress less. Whether you’re sipping for glowing skin, relaxation, or overall wellness, this simple habit can make a big impact.
So go ahead, brew a cup, and take a moment for yourself. Your body—and mind—will thank you!
by sitemgr | Jul 6, 2020 | BLOG, Kevin Costner & Sunrider!
McFarland USA, Kevin Costner, Disney & Sunrider!:
Success story for a Teen age High School Cross- Country team and for Sunrider!!!!
Here is a AWESOME MOVIE for the whole family to enjoy, while you are home 🙂
If you haven’t already heard of the new movie, McFarland USA, you will! It is destined to be one of the best sports dramas! The Disney film is based on the true story of a group of determined youth in 1987 who give their all to build a cross-country team under the direction of Coach Jim White (Kevin Costner).
Kevin Costner and the McFarland USA movie.
With grit and determination, the unlikely band of runners eventually overcame the odds to forge a championship team and an enduring legacy. The McFarland cross-country team, under White’s leadership won:
· 9 of 15 California State Championships
· 22 of 24 League Titles
· 15 Sectional Championships
Jim White / Kevin Costner, Mcfarland USA
But here’s the fun part. Not only was Jim an award-winning coach, he was also a Sunrider distributor who used the Sunrider products to give his runners every edge! I first met Jim at a Sunrider International Grand Convention back in 2005. We were sitting at one of the amazing delicious healthy meals at the convention and someone introduced us. I was so excited to hear his amazing story. His family are truly too wonderful. After hearing the success of the team and the love and affection his family had with the boys, I said to him : you should make a movie out of this. He said that they were already working on it!!!!!
To wonderful when great inspiring stories get told like this! I just love it!
In a Los Angeles Times newspaper article in 1997, the writer hints at the use of
Sunrider’s Sunbreeze:
They stretched their calves and hamstrings under a big hay barn at the edge of town. Their tall, blue-eyed coach, Jim White, was spooning out drops of an herbal “voodoo juice” to rub away the aches. One boy walked over to White and motioned to the coach’s pocket. He took out a bottle of aromatic oils. It passed from hand to hand, drops dabbed on calves, backs, in mouths and up noses. “It’s voodoo juice.” one boy said. “Keeps you from sucking wind.
In another article featured later in Sports Illustrated magazine, we read.
No one can figure it out, how the runners with the shortest legs and the grimmest lives began winning everything once Blanco [Jim White] took over the program.
According to the Sports Illustrated article, the boys drank cleansing teas [Calli and Fortune Delight], shakes full of complex carbohydrates [NuPlus], and took gel capsules full of vitamin E and bee pollen [Energy Plus]. The new movie is as much a success story for Sunrider as it is for McFarland High School.
McFarland USA Movie, Jim White and Keven Costner
A dedicated coach and his wife gave time and Love
Besides Sunrider, the other large factor that played a key role in the athlete’s performance was the time and love that Jim and his wife Cheryl invested in the youth. They did much more than was required of them so the boys could receive what they otherwise would not. They were always there for them, pushing them on and always taking them on trips, to movies in a town with a theater, and on fishing trips.
McFarland USA opened in theaters on Feb 20th 2015. I highly recommend it.
You can now watch the movie from the comfort of your own home!
You will laugh and cry at this enduring story of commitment, dedication and love. I love knowing that behind the scenes are all the Sunrider products as supporting actors and actresses.
McFarland USA Movie, Jim White and Keven Costner
Let’s take a look at the products the McFarland championship team used on a regular basis.
Great for massages, SunBreeze Balm and Oil soothes tired muscles.
Sunbreeze
is Sunrider’s essential oil blend with a wide variety of uses. Jim had the boys rub their calves with it before and after every race. But they also used it for sinus and respiratory congestion, for sore throat, sprains and as a general muscle rub. It is one of those products that can be used for almost anything—including insect bites and headaches. No wonder the boys called it voodoo juice.
Sunrider Calli Drinks
Similar to Calli® in providing antioxidant benefits, Fortune Delight® is also concentrated and comes in powder form. Catechins are naturally occurring polyphenol chemicals found in Camellia extract, the primary ingredient in Fortune Delight®. These antioxidants have been shown effective in absorbing damaging free radicals.
Calli and Fortune Delight
During the years of Jim White’s legacy, the small community of McFarland, CA was known for its unusually high rate of childhood cancer. Jim understood the toll toxins and poor nutrition could take on his athletes and while he could not interfere with their daily lives, he knew the power of the Sunrider philosophy: Nourish Balance and Cleanse. Whenever possible he supplemented their diet with Cali and Fortune Delight to help cleanse their systems.
Sunrider Nuplus
NuPlus
Jim also provided what the Sports Illustrated article referred to as “shakes full of complex carbohydrates.” NuPlus is a powerful rebuilding formula with a regenerating effect on all the organs and systems of the body—perfect for an athlete in training. Many athletes use NuPlus to improve performance.
It builds lean muscle and it increases stamina and energy.
Vitamin E, the primary ingredient in Energy Plus, is a fat-soluble vitamin that protects the body’s tisues from the damage of oxidation and is important in the formation of red blood cells and the use of vitamin K. Vitamin E may also reduce the problems of memory loss and learning associated with the normal aging process.
Energy Plus
Often overlooked, Energy Plus (Synergy Plus in Canada) is a powerful herbal based vitamin E supplement—wisely chosen to increase the energy and strength of his athletes. Vitamin E is known to enhance the flow of blood to the heart. Energy Plus also includes Korean ginseng, bee pollen and wheat germ oil for a well-rounded formula to improve endurance and stamina.
One way or another Jim White, Sunrider and the determination of the boys at McFarland, were a winning formula. Don’t miss the movie and don’t let another day go by without giving yourself the same winning edge. . . Sunrider!
Check out the trailer and the movie cinemas near you Watch the trailer
Please feel free to order any Sunrider products you choose directly from our web site :www.sunhealthaz.com or contact Aaron Shuster at 602-492-9214 Email: Sunhealthaz@gmail.com #SunriderPhoenix #SunriderScottsdale
