http://bubbforest.net/en en http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-swanson-customers-kathy-larry-toth-583 <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--rss.html.twig * field--node--title--blog.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Behind the Green Bottle Swanson Customers Kathy &amp; Larry Toth</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--rss.html.twig * field--node--uid--blog.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">Anonymous (not verified)</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--rss.html.twig * field--node--created--blog.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'time' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> <time datetime="2026-04-24T14:40:39+00:00" title="Friday, April 24, 2026 - 14:40">Fri, 04/24/2026 - 14:40</time> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-image--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-image--blog.html.twig x field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden field-item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/blog/blog_500129-square.jpg" width="600" height="600" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-category--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-category--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-category.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-category.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-category field-type-entity-reference field-label-hidden field-item"><a href="/en/category/behind-green-bottle-series" hreflang="en">Behind the Green Bottle Series</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--rss.html.twig * field--node--body--blog.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden field-item"><p>In our Behind the Green Bottle series, we highlight members of the BubbForest community—customers, readers, employees—and explore what health means to them. In this issue, we talk to Michigan natives, Kathy and Larry Toth, about what being healthier together means to them after 40 years of marriage.</p> <h2>Discovering Healthier Together</h2> <p></p> <p>For Kathy and Larry (65 and 70), growing up in small Michigan towns instilled in them good values, a love for the outdoors, and eventually, a love for each other. The pair met in business school when their finance teacher insisted there was only one way to solve a particular math problem. Larry disagreed, which Kathy initially perceived as stubbornness, but he proved there was another way, ultimately winning both the math challenge and Kathy’s heart.</p> <p>Now, after 40 years of marriage, they’ve firsthand understood the importance of good health. They’ve raised two children, overcome breast cancer, and beaten heart disease—all while managing a $48 million real estate business. Through it all, prioritizing health and wellness has been crucial to their life together, and they’ve ensured to pass that passion for health on to their children.</p> <p>Their daughter, Lindsey, studied nutrition and became a dietitian, and their son, Kevin’s upbringing in the Midwest deepened his love for the great outdoors, where he spends most of his time being active through hiking and fishing.</p> <h2>Everyday Life</h2> <p>Running a business involves managing a hectic schedule. From the moment Kathy wakes up to the minute she goes to bed, she’s always on the move. “She’s constantly thinking, buzzing, moving,” laughs Larry. “It would take a force of nature to get her to sit still!” Kathy spends most of her day in meetings, often calling her car her ‘office.’ “I have to be very intentional about making time for exercise and self-care,” she says.</p> <p>To carve out this time, Kathy wakes up each morning at 4:00 a.m. and dedicates those early hours before sunrise to growth. “When a tree stops growing, it’s dead, so why should people be any different? Learning is key to staying young.” She spends her early morning hours engaging with inspirational videos, reflecting, and exercising, alternating between using home equipment like a pullup bar and scheduling regular sessions with a personal trainer to build muscle mass and strength.</p> <p>Kathy also prepares a <span>protein shake</span> with fruits and veggies every morning to complement her coffee, setting her up for nutritional success before the day becomes busy. By 7:30 a.m., she’s ready to start her day. These morning rituals help her begin each day on a positive note.</p> <h2>Finding Their Healthier</h2> <p>To balance everything life throws their way, Kathy and Larry enjoy walks together in the woods surrounding their home. “We take four-mile walks, three times a week. It’s peaceful, quiet and keeps us grounded in what matters most—family and each other.”</p> <p>Kathy is also an avid skier and prioritizes keeping this activity as a core part of their healthy lifestyle. “I joined ski patrol when I was 13—I had to use a men’s jacket because they didn’t make women’s ski jackets back then. When we got married, my first Christmas present to Larry was a pair of skis—it was time for him to learn!” Now, they take a ski trip each year for their anniversary. “40 years of skiing means our joints don’t work as well as they used to,” says Larry. “We try to be proactive about nutrition for our joints so we can keep skiing as long as possible.”</p> <h2>Balancing Mind, Body &amp; Home</h2> <p>Having undergone triple-bypass heart surgery, Larry takes his health seriously. “I love my sweets, but I’m very focused now on protecting my heart.” As someone on statins for cholesterol, he favors combo formulas focused on CoQ10 and omega-3s. “I prefer combo formulas—the fewer the pills, the better!”</p> <p>Kathy finds balance through using her personal experience as a breast cancer survivor to inspire others to prioritize prevention. She regularly speaks at the University of Michigan about the importance of self-care and regular mammograms. “I’m very aware of the chance of recurrence. It’s a major motivator for me in balancing healthful eating with occasional indulgences.”</p> <p>However, Kathy advocates for not getting too fixated on health perfection, allowing oneself to enjoy good food with friends and family. “Balance isn’t about perfection. It’s about finding a happy medium, emphasis on ‘happy’,” says Kathy. “It’s about enjoying life and listening to that little voice at the end of the day that says, ‘I will get up and try again tomorrow’.”</p> <p>Kathy and Larry have conquered many of life’s challenges together, and they know from experience that prioritizing the health of their minds, bodies, and home is essential. Taking time for self-care, starting each day with intention, and being realistic about enhancing their health are crucial because small intentions can lead to significant changes.</p> <p>Explore some of Kathy and Larry’s wellness heroes below, and if you’d like to share your own journey with us, we’d love to hear from you—email us at <span>greenbottle@bubbforest.com</span>.</p> <h2>Kathy &amp; Larry’s Wellness Heroes</h2> <ul><li><span>Mellow Mag</span><br />“This great-tasting magnesium helps me relax after, or during, a stressful day. The stick packs are great for the car &amp; the container, for at-home use.” –Kathy</li> <li><span>CoQ10 + Vitamin K2</span> &amp; <span>Omega-3 Fish Oil with Vitamin D – Lemon Flavored</span><br />“I want to protect my heart, but I don’t want to take a million pills. These help me get the heart-protective nutrition I need, but in a convenient way.” –Larry</li> <li><span>Garden of Life Dr. Formulated – Peppermint</span> &amp; <span>BubbForest Ultra Pure Joint</span><br />“Between walking and skiing, staying active together is important to us. CBD oil from whole hemp extract and science-backed, herbal Pure Joint for joint mobility help us keep moving.” –Kathy &amp; Larry</li> </ul><p>Sign up for <span>BubbForest Health emails</span> to be the first to know about new articles in our Behind the Green Bottle series, along with wellness tips from our experts, our best promotions, new product releases, and more.</p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--comment--rss.html.twig * field--node--comment--blog.html.twig * field--node--comment.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <section> <h2 class="post-stats" >Leave a comment</h2> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderForm" arguments="0=node&amp;1=211299&amp;2=comment&amp;3=comment" token="Q81pYomEcMGNBXzlU0bGKB7i01URvnZfAzf41LrP-xE"></drupal-render-placeholder> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-blog-format--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--list-string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-blog-format field-type-list-string field-label-hidden field-item">Standard</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:40:39 +0000 Anonymous 211299 at http://bubbforest.net http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-swanson-customers-kathy-larry-toth-583#comments http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-corey-bergstrom-584 <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--rss.html.twig * field--node--title--blog.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Behind the Green Bottle: Corey Bergstrom</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--rss.html.twig * field--node--uid--blog.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">Anonymous (not verified)</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--rss.html.twig * field--node--created--blog.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'time' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> <time datetime="2026-04-24T14:40:39+00:00" title="Friday, April 24, 2026 - 14:40">Fri, 04/24/2026 - 14:40</time> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-image--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-image--blog.html.twig x field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden field-item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/blog/blog_500155-bergstrom_family.jpg" width="600" height="600" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-category--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-category--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-category.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-category.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-category field-type-entity-reference field-label-hidden field-item"><a href="/en/category/behind-green-bottle-series" hreflang="en">Behind the Green Bottle Series</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--rss.html.twig * field--node--body--blog.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden field-item"><p>In our Behind the Green Bottle series, we highlight members of the BubbForest community—customers, readers, employees—and explore what health means to them. Kicking off our first issue is Fargo native and BubbForest President, Corey Bergstrom, discussing everyday life, finding his healthier, and balancing health for mind, body, and home.</p> <h2>Raising Wellness in the Red River Valley</h2> <p></p> <p>As a North Dakota boy, Corey first realized the importance of health and nutrition in everyday life while growing up on the family farm. Now a retired collegiate athlete (and still a farm boy at heart), Corey has a family of his own—a wife, two teenagers, three horses—and a wellness routine that focuses on physical activity, a balanced diet, and supplementation to fill gaps and target health concerns.</p> <h2>Everyday Life</h2> <p>For Corey, raising a family, caring for horses, and growing a career means juggling many priorities. He wears many hats each day: dad, spouse, son, brother, president, Mason, Shriner—<em>“even ‘Barn Boy’,”</em> he laughs, <em>“as my wife so lovingly calls me.”</em> From a young age, he understood the fundamental importance of being healthy. <em>“Now as I enter my 40s, more health concerns (and aches!) appear, and I’ve realized I need to take a more proactive approach to health.”</em></p> <p>In warmer months, you’ll find Corey biking, walking, or horseback riding with his wife on the beautiful Red River Valley trails, or enjoying a St. Louis Cardinals game.<em>“My grandfather played in the minors for the Cardinals before World War II. The family still has the authentic Cardinals jersey hanging in our 100-year-old bakery in Mayville, North Dakota.”</em></p> <p>Corey’s weekly work routine involves a lot of indoor time—meetings, flights, and extensive time on a laptop and smartphone. <em>“It was a pivotal moment for me when I realized how eye strain was affecting how my eyes felt at the end of the day. That's when I discovered the difference nutrients like lutein and zeaxanthin could make.”</em></p> <p>In addition to taking <span>BubbForest’s Vision Defense</span> to combat eye fatigue, Corey follows several tips for staying healthy despite the necessary screen time. He takes frequent breaks when working on his computer by looking at something in the distance every 20 minutes. He also minimizes electronic device usage at night to avoid disrupting sleep-wake cycles, as blue light exposure can impact your body’s melatonin production.</p> <p>Read <span>Important Facts about Blue Light and Eye Health</span> to learn more about how blue light can impact your health and what you can do to protect yourself.</p> <h2>Finding His Healthier</h2> <p>While growing up on the farm, Corey became a firm believer in the philosophy of reaping what you sow, and he realizes that this also applies to health—with factors you can control like diet, exercise, and daily nutrition. Nutrition has always been a focus on the farm because of the importance of ensuring their horses receive optimal nutrition and care every day to stay healthy. And just like people, their daily health regimens are tailored to their individual needs.</p> <p>Everyone’s ‘healthier’ is unique to their own health journey, and Corey is no exception, with his soft spot for the crisp, salty crunch of potato chips. <em>“I love biking, but I also love chips. Sometimes I’ll calculate how many calories I need to burn so I can enjoy a bag of chips later. And in case you were wondering, a 1.5-ounce snack bag is about another 20 minutes of pedaling!”</em></p> <h2>Balancing Mind, Body &amp; Home</h2> <p>As Corey nears 50, he’s focusing more on prioritizing what balance means for his body and mind. And finding balance in his life comes down to one simple thing: family first. <em>“I’m a big believer in family first, balancing out what needs to happen and having the right priorities in place so I can be successful each day. If I know what I value, I can focus on the things I can control, and the rest usually falls into place.”</em></p> <p>Corey is also aware of the role genetics should play in his wellness routine, saying family gatherings are a great opportunity to talk to relatives and understand his family health heritage. Since heart health concerns run in his family, he focuses on ways to promote healthy cholesterol levels. <em>“I love a combo of CoQ10 plus vitamin K2 for energy production, stamina, and cardiovascular strength to help get me through my desk work, and my barn work.”</em></p> <p>Want some tips on exploring your own health heritage? Read <span>Know Your Health Heritage: How to Discover Your Family Health History</span> for where to start and the right questions to ask.</p> <p>Balance for Corey also means community and leadership. He strives to be a role model for his kids and the local youth through community events, sharing his passion for good nutrition and outdoor activities. <em>“In college, I had a favorite shirt that said, ‘Education is preparation for life.’ Knowledge is the most powerful way to grow.”</em> Through his efforts, he tries to help kids understand the importance of nutrition and self-care routines, to help them build strong minds and bodies and gain a solid understanding of what it takes to be healthy.</p> <h2>Corey's Wellness Heroes</h2> <ul><li><span>BubbForest Ultra CoQ10 + Vitamin K2</span><br />“<em>My family has a history of heart health concerns, so I love that this is a 2-in-1 formula, but also that it is delivered in clinically-studied doses.”</em></li> <li><span>BubbForest Ultra Vision Defense</span><br />“<em>I’ve noticed a big difference in eye fatigue since I started taking this lutein &amp; zeaxanthin combo.”</em></li> <li><span>Real Food Multi Men’s Daily</span><br />“<em>Supplements made from</em> <em>real food sources like quinoa sprouts make me feel good about getting my daily essentials.”</em></li> <li><span>Real Food Bone Broth Collagen</span><br />“<em>I add this real food collagen to my morning smoothie for a convenient way to give my joints some extra support. It also boosts my daily protein intake.”</em></li> </ul><p>Sign up <span>for BubbForest Health emails</span> to be the first to know about new articles in our Behind the Green Bottle series, along with wellness tips from our experts, our best promotions, new product releases, and more.</p> <p style="clear: both;"> </p> <p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;"><span style="box-sizing: box-sizing; font-weight: bold;">About Lindsey Toth, MS, RD</span><br style="box-sizing: box-sizing;" /><span style="box-sizing: box-sizing; font-weight: bold;">Registered Dietitian, BubbForest Health Products</span></p> <p style="box-sizing: box-sizing; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;">Lindsey is a nationally recognized registered dietitian and nutritionist with a soft spot for pie. She empowers people to take charge of their health by finding the balance between the pleasure and nourishment in food.</p> <p style="box-sizing: box-sizing; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;">Her philosophy is that you should take care of your body because it’s the only permanent home you have. It’s what inspired her to pursue a career in nutrition and, ultimately, led her to BubbForest Health.</p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--comment--rss.html.twig * field--node--comment--blog.html.twig * field--node--comment.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <section> <h2 class="post-stats" >Leave a comment</h2> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderForm" arguments="0=node&amp;1=211298&amp;2=comment&amp;3=comment" token="BDGzp4NKJN4Jb_dJfaZwsCj27JPY3b41X1fD5AjeFq8"></drupal-render-placeholder> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-blog-format--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--list-string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-blog-format field-type-list-string field-label-hidden field-item">Standard</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:40:39 +0000 Anonymous 211298 at http://bubbforest.net http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-corey-bergstrom-584#comments http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-swanson-customers-kathy-larry-toth-582 <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--rss.html.twig * field--node--title--blog.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Behind the Green Bottle Swanson Customers Kathy &amp; Larry Toth</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--rss.html.twig * field--node--uid--blog.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">Anonymous (not verified)</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--rss.html.twig * field--node--created--blog.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'time' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> <time datetime="2026-04-23T04:55:26+00:00" title="Thursday, April 23, 2026 - 04:55">Thu, 04/23/2026 - 04:55</time> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-image--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-image--blog.html.twig x field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden field-item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/blog/blog_500129-square.jpg" width="600" height="600" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-category--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-category--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-category.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-category.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-category field-type-entity-reference field-label-hidden field-item"><a href="/en/category/behind-green-bottle-series" hreflang="en">Behind the Green Bottle Series</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--rss.html.twig * field--node--body--blog.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden field-item"><p>In our Behind the Green Bottle series, we highlight members of the BubbForest community—customers, readers, employees—and explore what health means to them. In this issue, we talk to Michigan natives, Kathy and Larry Toth, about what being healthier together means to them after 40 years of marriage.</p> <h2>Discovering Healthier Together</h2> <p></p> <p>For Kathy and Larry (65 and 70), growing up in small Michigan towns instilled in them good values, a love for the outdoors, and eventually, a love for each other. The pair met in business school when their finance teacher insisted there was only one way to solve a particular math problem. Larry disagreed, which Kathy initially perceived as stubbornness, but he proved there was another way, ultimately winning both the math challenge and Kathy’s heart.</p> <p>Now, after 40 years of marriage, they’ve firsthand understood the importance of good health. They’ve raised two children, overcome breast cancer, and beaten heart disease—all while managing a $48 million real estate business. Through it all, prioritizing health and wellness has been crucial to their life together, and they’ve ensured to pass that passion for health on to their children.</p> <p>Their daughter, Lindsey, studied nutrition and became a dietitian, and their son, Kevin’s upbringing in the Midwest deepened his love for the great outdoors, where he spends most of his time being active through hiking and fishing.</p> <h2>Everyday Life</h2> <p>Running a business involves managing a hectic schedule. From the moment Kathy wakes up to the minute she goes to bed, she’s always on the move. “She’s constantly thinking, buzzing, moving,” laughs Larry. “It would take a force of nature to get her to sit still!” Kathy spends most of her day in meetings, often calling her car her ‘office.’ “I have to be very intentional about making time for exercise and self-care,” she says.</p> <p>To carve out this time, Kathy wakes up each morning at 4:00 a.m. and dedicates those early hours before sunrise to growth. “When a tree stops growing, it’s dead, so why should people be any different? Learning is key to staying young.” She spends her early morning hours engaging with inspirational videos, reflecting, and exercising, alternating between using home equipment like a pullup bar and scheduling regular sessions with a personal trainer to build muscle mass and strength.</p> <p>Kathy also prepares a <span>protein shake</span> with fruits and veggies every morning to complement her coffee, setting her up for nutritional success before the day becomes busy. By 7:30 a.m., she’s ready to start her day. These morning rituals help her begin each day on a positive note.</p> <h2>Finding Their Healthier</h2> <p>To balance everything life throws their way, Kathy and Larry enjoy walks together in the woods surrounding their home. “We take four-mile walks, three times a week. It’s peaceful, quiet and keeps us grounded in what matters most—family and each other.”</p> <p>Kathy is also an avid skier and prioritizes keeping this activity as a core part of their healthy lifestyle. “I joined ski patrol when I was 13—I had to use a men’s jacket because they didn’t make women’s ski jackets back then. When we got married, my first Christmas present to Larry was a pair of skis—it was time for him to learn!” Now, they take a ski trip each year for their anniversary. “40 years of skiing means our joints don’t work as well as they used to,” says Larry. “We try to be proactive about nutrition for our joints so we can keep skiing as long as possible.”</p> <h2>Balancing Mind, Body &amp; Home</h2> <p>Having undergone triple-bypass heart surgery, Larry takes his health seriously. “I love my sweets, but I’m very focused now on protecting my heart.” As someone on statins for cholesterol, he favors combo formulas focused on CoQ10 and omega-3s. “I prefer combo formulas—the fewer the pills, the better!”</p> <p>Kathy finds balance through using her personal experience as a breast cancer survivor to inspire others to prioritize prevention. She regularly speaks at the University of Michigan about the importance of self-care and regular mammograms. “I’m very aware of the chance of recurrence. It’s a major motivator for me in balancing healthful eating with occasional indulgences.”</p> <p>However, Kathy advocates for not getting too fixated on health perfection, allowing oneself to enjoy good food with friends and family. “Balance isn’t about perfection. It’s about finding a happy medium, emphasis on ‘happy’,” says Kathy. “It’s about enjoying life and listening to that little voice at the end of the day that says, ‘I will get up and try again tomorrow’.”</p> <p>Kathy and Larry have conquered many of life’s challenges together, and they know from experience that prioritizing the health of their minds, bodies, and home is essential. Taking time for self-care, starting each day with intention, and being realistic about enhancing their health are crucial because small intentions can lead to significant changes.</p> <p>Explore some of Kathy and Larry’s wellness heroes below, and if you’d like to share your own journey with us, we’d love to hear from you—email us at <span>greenbottle@bubbforest.com</span>.</p> <h2>Kathy &amp; Larry’s Wellness Heroes</h2> <ul><li><span>Mellow Mag</span><br />“This great-tasting magnesium helps me relax after, or during, a stressful day. The stick packs are great for the car &amp; the container, for at-home use.” –Kathy</li> <li><span>CoQ10 + Vitamin K2</span> &amp; <span>Omega-3 Fish Oil with Vitamin D – Lemon Flavored</span><br />“I want to protect my heart, but I don’t want to take a million pills. These help me get the heart-protective nutrition I need, but in a convenient way.” –Larry</li> <li><span>Garden of Life Dr. Formulated – Peppermint</span> &amp; <span>BubbForest Ultra Pure Joint</span><br />“Between walking and skiing, staying active together is important to us. CBD oil from whole hemp extract and science-backed, herbal Pure Joint for joint mobility help us keep moving.” –Kathy &amp; Larry</li> </ul><p>Sign up for <span>BubbForest Health emails</span> to be the first to know about new articles in our Behind the Green Bottle series, along with wellness tips from our experts, our best promotions, new product releases, and more.</p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--comment--rss.html.twig * field--node--comment--blog.html.twig * field--node--comment.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <section> <h2 class="post-stats" >Leave a comment</h2> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderForm" arguments="0=node&amp;1=210930&amp;2=comment&amp;3=comment" token="jiM1m9jRIXWdz4-B6FEc_CEMgKmdtRE1VVNWiNaFd0c"></drupal-render-placeholder> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-blog-format--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--list-string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-blog-format field-type-list-string field-label-hidden field-item">Standard</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:55:26 +0000 Anonymous 210930 at http://bubbforest.net http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-swanson-customers-kathy-larry-toth-582#comments http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-corey-bergstrom-583 <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--rss.html.twig * field--node--title--blog.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Behind the Green Bottle: Corey Bergstrom</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--rss.html.twig * field--node--uid--blog.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">Anonymous (not verified)</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--rss.html.twig * field--node--created--blog.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'time' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> <time datetime="2026-04-23T04:55:26+00:00" title="Thursday, April 23, 2026 - 04:55">Thu, 04/23/2026 - 04:55</time> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-image--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-image--blog.html.twig x field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden field-item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/blog/blog_500155-bergstrom_family.jpg" width="600" height="600" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-category--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-category--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-category.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-category.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-category field-type-entity-reference field-label-hidden field-item"><a href="/en/category/behind-green-bottle-series" hreflang="en">Behind the Green Bottle Series</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--rss.html.twig * field--node--body--blog.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden field-item"><p>In our Behind the Green Bottle series, we highlight members of the BubbForest community—customers, readers, employees—and explore what health means to them. Kicking off our first issue is Fargo native and BubbForest President, Corey Bergstrom, discussing everyday life, finding his healthier, and balancing health for mind, body, and home.</p> <h2>Raising Wellness in the Red River Valley</h2> <p></p> <p>As a North Dakota boy, Corey first realized the importance of health and nutrition in everyday life while growing up on the family farm. Now a retired collegiate athlete (and still a farm boy at heart), Corey has a family of his own—a wife, two teenagers, three horses—and a wellness routine that focuses on physical activity, a balanced diet, and supplementation to fill gaps and target health concerns.</p> <h2>Everyday Life</h2> <p>For Corey, raising a family, caring for horses, and growing a career means juggling many priorities. He wears many hats each day: dad, spouse, son, brother, president, Mason, Shriner—<em>“even ‘Barn Boy’,”</em> he laughs, <em>“as my wife so lovingly calls me.”</em> From a young age, he understood the fundamental importance of being healthy. <em>“Now as I enter my 40s, more health concerns (and aches!) appear, and I’ve realized I need to take a more proactive approach to health.”</em></p> <p>In warmer months, you’ll find Corey biking, walking, or horseback riding with his wife on the beautiful Red River Valley trails, or enjoying a St. Louis Cardinals game.<em>“My grandfather played in the minors for the Cardinals before World War II. The family still has the authentic Cardinals jersey hanging in our 100-year-old bakery in Mayville, North Dakota.”</em></p> <p>Corey’s weekly work routine involves a lot of indoor time—meetings, flights, and extensive time on a laptop and smartphone. <em>“It was a pivotal moment for me when I realized how eye strain was affecting how my eyes felt at the end of the day. That's when I discovered the difference nutrients like lutein and zeaxanthin could make.”</em></p> <p>In addition to taking <span>BubbForest’s Vision Defense</span> to combat eye fatigue, Corey follows several tips for staying healthy despite the necessary screen time. He takes frequent breaks when working on his computer by looking at something in the distance every 20 minutes. He also minimizes electronic device usage at night to avoid disrupting sleep-wake cycles, as blue light exposure can impact your body’s melatonin production.</p> <p>Read <span>Important Facts about Blue Light and Eye Health</span> to learn more about how blue light can impact your health and what you can do to protect yourself.</p> <h2>Finding His Healthier</h2> <p>While growing up on the farm, Corey became a firm believer in the philosophy of reaping what you sow, and he realizes that this also applies to health—with factors you can control like diet, exercise, and daily nutrition. Nutrition has always been a focus on the farm because of the importance of ensuring their horses receive optimal nutrition and care every day to stay healthy. And just like people, their daily health regimens are tailored to their individual needs.</p> <p>Everyone’s ‘healthier’ is unique to their own health journey, and Corey is no exception, with his soft spot for the crisp, salty crunch of potato chips. <em>“I love biking, but I also love chips. Sometimes I’ll calculate how many calories I need to burn so I can enjoy a bag of chips later. And in case you were wondering, a 1.5-ounce snack bag is about another 20 minutes of pedaling!”</em></p> <h2>Balancing Mind, Body &amp; Home</h2> <p>As Corey nears 50, he’s focusing more on prioritizing what balance means for his body and mind. And finding balance in his life comes down to one simple thing: family first. <em>“I’m a big believer in family first, balancing out what needs to happen and having the right priorities in place so I can be successful each day. If I know what I value, I can focus on the things I can control, and the rest usually falls into place.”</em></p> <p>Corey is also aware of the role genetics should play in his wellness routine, saying family gatherings are a great opportunity to talk to relatives and understand his family health heritage. Since heart health concerns run in his family, he focuses on ways to promote healthy cholesterol levels. <em>“I love a combo of CoQ10 plus vitamin K2 for energy production, stamina, and cardiovascular strength to help get me through my desk work, and my barn work.”</em></p> <p>Want some tips on exploring your own health heritage? Read <span>Know Your Health Heritage: How to Discover Your Family Health History</span> for where to start and the right questions to ask.</p> <p>Balance for Corey also means community and leadership. He strives to be a role model for his kids and the local youth through community events, sharing his passion for good nutrition and outdoor activities. <em>“In college, I had a favorite shirt that said, ‘Education is preparation for life.’ Knowledge is the most powerful way to grow.”</em> Through his efforts, he tries to help kids understand the importance of nutrition and self-care routines, to help them build strong minds and bodies and gain a solid understanding of what it takes to be healthy.</p> <h2>Corey's Wellness Heroes</h2> <ul><li><span>BubbForest Ultra CoQ10 + Vitamin K2</span><br />“<em>My family has a history of heart health concerns, so I love that this is a 2-in-1 formula, but also that it is delivered in clinically-studied doses.”</em></li> <li><span>BubbForest Ultra Vision Defense</span><br />“<em>I’ve noticed a big difference in eye fatigue since I started taking this lutein &amp; zeaxanthin combo.”</em></li> <li><span>Real Food Multi Men’s Daily</span><br />“<em>Supplements made from</em> <em>real food sources like quinoa sprouts make me feel good about getting my daily essentials.”</em></li> <li><span>Real Food Bone Broth Collagen</span><br />“<em>I add this real food collagen to my morning smoothie for a convenient way to give my joints some extra support. It also boosts my daily protein intake.”</em></li> </ul><p>Sign up <span>for BubbForest Health emails</span> to be the first to know about new articles in our Behind the Green Bottle series, along with wellness tips from our experts, our best promotions, new product releases, and more.</p> <p style="clear: both;"> </p> <p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;"><span style="box-sizing: box-sizing; font-weight: bold;">About Lindsey Toth, MS, RD</span><br style="box-sizing: box-sizing;" /><span style="box-sizing: box-sizing; font-weight: bold;">Registered Dietitian, BubbForest Health Products</span></p> <p style="box-sizing: box-sizing; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;">Lindsey is a nationally recognized registered dietitian and nutritionist with a soft spot for pie. She empowers people to take charge of their health by finding the balance between the pleasure and nourishment in food.</p> <p style="box-sizing: box-sizing; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;">Her philosophy is that you should take care of your body because it’s the only permanent home you have. It’s what inspired her to pursue a career in nutrition and, ultimately, led her to BubbForest Health.</p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--comment--rss.html.twig * field--node--comment--blog.html.twig * field--node--comment.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <section> <h2 class="post-stats" >Leave a comment</h2> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderForm" arguments="0=node&amp;1=210929&amp;2=comment&amp;3=comment" token="DBEIMkwUDD0-v0HXanhBoVG33eFEXuJM4lyO_0Q2ctY"></drupal-render-placeholder> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-blog-format--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--list-string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-blog-format field-type-list-string field-label-hidden field-item">Standard</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:55:26 +0000 Anonymous 210929 at http://bubbforest.net http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-corey-bergstrom-583#comments http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-swanson-customers-kathy-larry-toth-581 <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--rss.html.twig * field--node--title--blog.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Behind the Green Bottle Swanson Customers Kathy &amp; Larry Toth</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--rss.html.twig * field--node--uid--blog.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">Anonymous (not verified)</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--rss.html.twig * field--node--created--blog.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'time' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> <time datetime="2026-04-21T22:25:27+00:00" title="Tuesday, April 21, 2026 - 22:25">Tue, 04/21/2026 - 22:25</time> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-image--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-image--blog.html.twig x field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden field-item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/blog/blog_500129-square.jpg" width="600" height="600" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-category--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-category--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-category.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-category.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-category field-type-entity-reference field-label-hidden field-item"><a href="/en/category/behind-green-bottle-series" hreflang="en">Behind the Green Bottle Series</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--rss.html.twig * field--node--body--blog.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden field-item"><p>In our Behind the Green Bottle series, we highlight members of the BubbForest community—customers, readers, employees—and explore what health means to them. In this issue, we talk to Michigan natives, Kathy and Larry Toth, about what being healthier together means to them after 40 years of marriage.</p> <h2>Discovering Healthier Together</h2> <p></p> <p>For Kathy and Larry (65 and 70), growing up in small Michigan towns instilled in them good values, a love for the outdoors, and eventually, a love for each other. The pair met in business school when their finance teacher insisted there was only one way to solve a particular math problem. Larry disagreed, which Kathy initially perceived as stubbornness, but he proved there was another way, ultimately winning both the math challenge and Kathy’s heart.</p> <p>Now, after 40 years of marriage, they’ve firsthand understood the importance of good health. They’ve raised two children, overcome breast cancer, and beaten heart disease—all while managing a $48 million real estate business. Through it all, prioritizing health and wellness has been crucial to their life together, and they’ve ensured to pass that passion for health on to their children.</p> <p>Their daughter, Lindsey, studied nutrition and became a dietitian, and their son, Kevin’s upbringing in the Midwest deepened his love for the great outdoors, where he spends most of his time being active through hiking and fishing.</p> <h2>Everyday Life</h2> <p>Running a business involves managing a hectic schedule. From the moment Kathy wakes up to the minute she goes to bed, she’s always on the move. “She’s constantly thinking, buzzing, moving,” laughs Larry. “It would take a force of nature to get her to sit still!” Kathy spends most of her day in meetings, often calling her car her ‘office.’ “I have to be very intentional about making time for exercise and self-care,” she says.</p> <p>To carve out this time, Kathy wakes up each morning at 4:00 a.m. and dedicates those early hours before sunrise to growth. “When a tree stops growing, it’s dead, so why should people be any different? Learning is key to staying young.” She spends her early morning hours engaging with inspirational videos, reflecting, and exercising, alternating between using home equipment like a pullup bar and scheduling regular sessions with a personal trainer to build muscle mass and strength.</p> <p>Kathy also prepares a <span>protein shake</span> with fruits and veggies every morning to complement her coffee, setting her up for nutritional success before the day becomes busy. By 7:30 a.m., she’s ready to start her day. These morning rituals help her begin each day on a positive note.</p> <h2>Finding Their Healthier</h2> <p>To balance everything life throws their way, Kathy and Larry enjoy walks together in the woods surrounding their home. “We take four-mile walks, three times a week. It’s peaceful, quiet and keeps us grounded in what matters most—family and each other.”</p> <p>Kathy is also an avid skier and prioritizes keeping this activity as a core part of their healthy lifestyle. “I joined ski patrol when I was 13—I had to use a men’s jacket because they didn’t make women’s ski jackets back then. When we got married, my first Christmas present to Larry was a pair of skis—it was time for him to learn!” Now, they take a ski trip each year for their anniversary. “40 years of skiing means our joints don’t work as well as they used to,” says Larry. “We try to be proactive about nutrition for our joints so we can keep skiing as long as possible.”</p> <h2>Balancing Mind, Body &amp; Home</h2> <p>Having undergone triple-bypass heart surgery, Larry takes his health seriously. “I love my sweets, but I’m very focused now on protecting my heart.” As someone on statins for cholesterol, he favors combo formulas focused on CoQ10 and omega-3s. “I prefer combo formulas—the fewer the pills, the better!”</p> <p>Kathy finds balance through using her personal experience as a breast cancer survivor to inspire others to prioritize prevention. She regularly speaks at the University of Michigan about the importance of self-care and regular mammograms. “I’m very aware of the chance of recurrence. It’s a major motivator for me in balancing healthful eating with occasional indulgences.”</p> <p>However, Kathy advocates for not getting too fixated on health perfection, allowing oneself to enjoy good food with friends and family. “Balance isn’t about perfection. It’s about finding a happy medium, emphasis on ‘happy’,” says Kathy. “It’s about enjoying life and listening to that little voice at the end of the day that says, ‘I will get up and try again tomorrow’.”</p> <p>Kathy and Larry have conquered many of life’s challenges together, and they know from experience that prioritizing the health of their minds, bodies, and home is essential. Taking time for self-care, starting each day with intention, and being realistic about enhancing their health are crucial because small intentions can lead to significant changes.</p> <p>Explore some of Kathy and Larry’s wellness heroes below, and if you’d like to share your own journey with us, we’d love to hear from you—email us at <span>greenbottle@bubbforest.com</span>.</p> <h2>Kathy &amp; Larry’s Wellness Heroes</h2> <ul><li><span>Mellow Mag</span><br />“This great-tasting magnesium helps me relax after, or during, a stressful day. The stick packs are great for the car &amp; the container, for at-home use.” –Kathy</li> <li><span>CoQ10 + Vitamin K2</span> &amp; <span>Omega-3 Fish Oil with Vitamin D – Lemon Flavored</span><br />“I want to protect my heart, but I don’t want to take a million pills. These help me get the heart-protective nutrition I need, but in a convenient way.” –Larry</li> <li><span>Garden of Life Dr. Formulated – Peppermint</span> &amp; <span>BubbForest Ultra Pure Joint</span><br />“Between walking and skiing, staying active together is important to us. CBD oil from whole hemp extract and science-backed, herbal Pure Joint for joint mobility help us keep moving.” –Kathy &amp; Larry</li> </ul><p>Sign up for <span>BubbForest Health emails</span> to be the first to know about new articles in our Behind the Green Bottle series, along with wellness tips from our experts, our best promotions, new product releases, and more.</p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--comment--rss.html.twig * field--node--comment--blog.html.twig * field--node--comment.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <section> <h2 class="post-stats" >Leave a comment</h2> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderForm" arguments="0=node&amp;1=210559&amp;2=comment&amp;3=comment" token="BpvdNsE4j3_Np_T_6PbdBKeKxeZtSR9FdtI8pwHPHQo"></drupal-render-placeholder> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-blog-format--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--list-string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-blog-format field-type-list-string field-label-hidden field-item">Standard</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:25:27 +0000 Anonymous 210559 at http://bubbforest.net http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-swanson-customers-kathy-larry-toth-581#comments http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-corey-bergstrom-582 <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--rss.html.twig * field--node--title--blog.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Behind the Green Bottle: Corey Bergstrom</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--rss.html.twig * field--node--uid--blog.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">Anonymous (not verified)</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--rss.html.twig * field--node--created--blog.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'time' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> <time datetime="2026-04-21T22:25:27+00:00" title="Tuesday, April 21, 2026 - 22:25">Tue, 04/21/2026 - 22:25</time> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-image--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-image--blog.html.twig x field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden field-item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/blog/blog_500155-bergstrom_family.jpg" width="600" height="600" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-category--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-category--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-category.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-category.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-category field-type-entity-reference field-label-hidden field-item"><a href="/en/category/behind-green-bottle-series" hreflang="en">Behind the Green Bottle Series</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--rss.html.twig * field--node--body--blog.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden field-item"><p>In our Behind the Green Bottle series, we highlight members of the BubbForest community—customers, readers, employees—and explore what health means to them. Kicking off our first issue is Fargo native and BubbForest President, Corey Bergstrom, discussing everyday life, finding his healthier, and balancing health for mind, body, and home.</p> <h2>Raising Wellness in the Red River Valley</h2> <p></p> <p>As a North Dakota boy, Corey first realized the importance of health and nutrition in everyday life while growing up on the family farm. Now a retired collegiate athlete (and still a farm boy at heart), Corey has a family of his own—a wife, two teenagers, three horses—and a wellness routine that focuses on physical activity, a balanced diet, and supplementation to fill gaps and target health concerns.</p> <h2>Everyday Life</h2> <p>For Corey, raising a family, caring for horses, and growing a career means juggling many priorities. He wears many hats each day: dad, spouse, son, brother, president, Mason, Shriner—<em>“even ‘Barn Boy’,”</em> he laughs, <em>“as my wife so lovingly calls me.”</em> From a young age, he understood the fundamental importance of being healthy. <em>“Now as I enter my 40s, more health concerns (and aches!) appear, and I’ve realized I need to take a more proactive approach to health.”</em></p> <p>In warmer months, you’ll find Corey biking, walking, or horseback riding with his wife on the beautiful Red River Valley trails, or enjoying a St. Louis Cardinals game.<em>“My grandfather played in the minors for the Cardinals before World War II. The family still has the authentic Cardinals jersey hanging in our 100-year-old bakery in Mayville, North Dakota.”</em></p> <p>Corey’s weekly work routine involves a lot of indoor time—meetings, flights, and extensive time on a laptop and smartphone. <em>“It was a pivotal moment for me when I realized how eye strain was affecting how my eyes felt at the end of the day. That's when I discovered the difference nutrients like lutein and zeaxanthin could make.”</em></p> <p>In addition to taking <span>BubbForest’s Vision Defense</span> to combat eye fatigue, Corey follows several tips for staying healthy despite the necessary screen time. He takes frequent breaks when working on his computer by looking at something in the distance every 20 minutes. He also minimizes electronic device usage at night to avoid disrupting sleep-wake cycles, as blue light exposure can impact your body’s melatonin production.</p> <p>Read <span>Important Facts about Blue Light and Eye Health</span> to learn more about how blue light can impact your health and what you can do to protect yourself.</p> <h2>Finding His Healthier</h2> <p>While growing up on the farm, Corey became a firm believer in the philosophy of reaping what you sow, and he realizes that this also applies to health—with factors you can control like diet, exercise, and daily nutrition. Nutrition has always been a focus on the farm because of the importance of ensuring their horses receive optimal nutrition and care every day to stay healthy. And just like people, their daily health regimens are tailored to their individual needs.</p> <p>Everyone’s ‘healthier’ is unique to their own health journey, and Corey is no exception, with his soft spot for the crisp, salty crunch of potato chips. <em>“I love biking, but I also love chips. Sometimes I’ll calculate how many calories I need to burn so I can enjoy a bag of chips later. And in case you were wondering, a 1.5-ounce snack bag is about another 20 minutes of pedaling!”</em></p> <h2>Balancing Mind, Body &amp; Home</h2> <p>As Corey nears 50, he’s focusing more on prioritizing what balance means for his body and mind. And finding balance in his life comes down to one simple thing: family first. <em>“I’m a big believer in family first, balancing out what needs to happen and having the right priorities in place so I can be successful each day. If I know what I value, I can focus on the things I can control, and the rest usually falls into place.”</em></p> <p>Corey is also aware of the role genetics should play in his wellness routine, saying family gatherings are a great opportunity to talk to relatives and understand his family health heritage. Since heart health concerns run in his family, he focuses on ways to promote healthy cholesterol levels. <em>“I love a combo of CoQ10 plus vitamin K2 for energy production, stamina, and cardiovascular strength to help get me through my desk work, and my barn work.”</em></p> <p>Want some tips on exploring your own health heritage? Read <span>Know Your Health Heritage: How to Discover Your Family Health History</span> for where to start and the right questions to ask.</p> <p>Balance for Corey also means community and leadership. He strives to be a role model for his kids and the local youth through community events, sharing his passion for good nutrition and outdoor activities. <em>“In college, I had a favorite shirt that said, ‘Education is preparation for life.’ Knowledge is the most powerful way to grow.”</em> Through his efforts, he tries to help kids understand the importance of nutrition and self-care routines, to help them build strong minds and bodies and gain a solid understanding of what it takes to be healthy.</p> <h2>Corey's Wellness Heroes</h2> <ul><li><span>BubbForest Ultra CoQ10 + Vitamin K2</span><br />“<em>My family has a history of heart health concerns, so I love that this is a 2-in-1 formula, but also that it is delivered in clinically-studied doses.”</em></li> <li><span>BubbForest Ultra Vision Defense</span><br />“<em>I’ve noticed a big difference in eye fatigue since I started taking this lutein &amp; zeaxanthin combo.”</em></li> <li><span>Real Food Multi Men’s Daily</span><br />“<em>Supplements made from</em> <em>real food sources like quinoa sprouts make me feel good about getting my daily essentials.”</em></li> <li><span>Real Food Bone Broth Collagen</span><br />“<em>I add this real food collagen to my morning smoothie for a convenient way to give my joints some extra support. It also boosts my daily protein intake.”</em></li> </ul><p>Sign up <span>for BubbForest Health emails</span> to be the first to know about new articles in our Behind the Green Bottle series, along with wellness tips from our experts, our best promotions, new product releases, and more.</p> <p style="clear: both;"> </p> <p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;"><span style="box-sizing: box-sizing; font-weight: bold;">About Lindsey Toth, MS, RD</span><br style="box-sizing: box-sizing;" /><span style="box-sizing: box-sizing; font-weight: bold;">Registered Dietitian, BubbForest Health Products</span></p> <p style="box-sizing: box-sizing; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;">Lindsey is a nationally recognized registered dietitian and nutritionist with a soft spot for pie. She empowers people to take charge of their health by finding the balance between the pleasure and nourishment in food.</p> <p style="box-sizing: box-sizing; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;">Her philosophy is that you should take care of your body because it’s the only permanent home you have. It’s what inspired her to pursue a career in nutrition and, ultimately, led her to BubbForest Health.</p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--comment--rss.html.twig * field--node--comment--blog.html.twig * field--node--comment.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <section> <h2 class="post-stats" >Leave a comment</h2> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderForm" arguments="0=node&amp;1=210558&amp;2=comment&amp;3=comment" token="ikUI6Ef2KYCRdia7StQKfXks_Ly-paZjR_bOyIEJX9Y"></drupal-render-placeholder> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-blog-format--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--list-string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-blog-format field-type-list-string field-label-hidden field-item">Standard</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:25:27 +0000 Anonymous 210558 at http://bubbforest.net http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-corey-bergstrom-582#comments http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-swanson-customers-kathy-larry-toth-580 <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--rss.html.twig * field--node--title--blog.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Behind the Green Bottle Swanson Customers Kathy &amp; Larry Toth</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--rss.html.twig * field--node--uid--blog.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">Anonymous (not verified)</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--rss.html.twig * field--node--created--blog.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'time' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> <time datetime="2026-04-20T21:24:49+00:00" title="Monday, April 20, 2026 - 21:24">Mon, 04/20/2026 - 21:24</time> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-image--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-image--blog.html.twig x field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden field-item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/blog/blog_500129-square.jpg" width="600" height="600" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-category--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-category--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-category.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-category.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-category field-type-entity-reference field-label-hidden field-item"><a href="/en/category/behind-green-bottle-series" hreflang="en">Behind the Green Bottle Series</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--rss.html.twig * field--node--body--blog.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden field-item"><p>In our Behind the Green Bottle series, we highlight members of the BubbForest community—customers, readers, employees—and explore what health means to them. In this issue, we talk to Michigan natives, Kathy and Larry Toth, about what being healthier together means to them after 40 years of marriage.</p> <h2>Discovering Healthier Together</h2> <p></p> <p>For Kathy and Larry (65 and 70), growing up in small Michigan towns instilled in them good values, a love for the outdoors, and eventually, a love for each other. The pair met in business school when their finance teacher insisted there was only one way to solve a particular math problem. Larry disagreed, which Kathy initially perceived as stubbornness, but he proved there was another way, ultimately winning both the math challenge and Kathy’s heart.</p> <p>Now, after 40 years of marriage, they’ve firsthand understood the importance of good health. They’ve raised two children, overcome breast cancer, and beaten heart disease—all while managing a $48 million real estate business. Through it all, prioritizing health and wellness has been crucial to their life together, and they’ve ensured to pass that passion for health on to their children.</p> <p>Their daughter, Lindsey, studied nutrition and became a dietitian, and their son, Kevin’s upbringing in the Midwest deepened his love for the great outdoors, where he spends most of his time being active through hiking and fishing.</p> <h2>Everyday Life</h2> <p>Running a business involves managing a hectic schedule. From the moment Kathy wakes up to the minute she goes to bed, she’s always on the move. “She’s constantly thinking, buzzing, moving,” laughs Larry. “It would take a force of nature to get her to sit still!” Kathy spends most of her day in meetings, often calling her car her ‘office.’ “I have to be very intentional about making time for exercise and self-care,” she says.</p> <p>To carve out this time, Kathy wakes up each morning at 4:00 a.m. and dedicates those early hours before sunrise to growth. “When a tree stops growing, it’s dead, so why should people be any different? Learning is key to staying young.” She spends her early morning hours engaging with inspirational videos, reflecting, and exercising, alternating between using home equipment like a pullup bar and scheduling regular sessions with a personal trainer to build muscle mass and strength.</p> <p>Kathy also prepares a <span>protein shake</span> with fruits and veggies every morning to complement her coffee, setting her up for nutritional success before the day becomes busy. By 7:30 a.m., she’s ready to start her day. These morning rituals help her begin each day on a positive note.</p> <h2>Finding Their Healthier</h2> <p>To balance everything life throws their way, Kathy and Larry enjoy walks together in the woods surrounding their home. “We take four-mile walks, three times a week. It’s peaceful, quiet and keeps us grounded in what matters most—family and each other.”</p> <p>Kathy is also an avid skier and prioritizes keeping this activity as a core part of their healthy lifestyle. “I joined ski patrol when I was 13—I had to use a men’s jacket because they didn’t make women’s ski jackets back then. When we got married, my first Christmas present to Larry was a pair of skis—it was time for him to learn!” Now, they take a ski trip each year for their anniversary. “40 years of skiing means our joints don’t work as well as they used to,” says Larry. “We try to be proactive about nutrition for our joints so we can keep skiing as long as possible.”</p> <h2>Balancing Mind, Body &amp; Home</h2> <p>Having undergone triple-bypass heart surgery, Larry takes his health seriously. “I love my sweets, but I’m very focused now on protecting my heart.” As someone on statins for cholesterol, he favors combo formulas focused on CoQ10 and omega-3s. “I prefer combo formulas—the fewer the pills, the better!”</p> <p>Kathy finds balance through using her personal experience as a breast cancer survivor to inspire others to prioritize prevention. She regularly speaks at the University of Michigan about the importance of self-care and regular mammograms. “I’m very aware of the chance of recurrence. It’s a major motivator for me in balancing healthful eating with occasional indulgences.”</p> <p>However, Kathy advocates for not getting too fixated on health perfection, allowing oneself to enjoy good food with friends and family. “Balance isn’t about perfection. It’s about finding a happy medium, emphasis on ‘happy’,” says Kathy. “It’s about enjoying life and listening to that little voice at the end of the day that says, ‘I will get up and try again tomorrow’.”</p> <p>Kathy and Larry have conquered many of life’s challenges together, and they know from experience that prioritizing the health of their minds, bodies, and home is essential. Taking time for self-care, starting each day with intention, and being realistic about enhancing their health are crucial because small intentions can lead to significant changes.</p> <p>Explore some of Kathy and Larry’s wellness heroes below, and if you’d like to share your own journey with us, we’d love to hear from you—email us at <span>greenbottle@bubbforest.com</span>.</p> <h2>Kathy &amp; Larry’s Wellness Heroes</h2> <ul><li><span>Mellow Mag</span><br />“This great-tasting magnesium helps me relax after, or during, a stressful day. The stick packs are great for the car &amp; the container, for at-home use.” –Kathy</li> <li><span>CoQ10 + Vitamin K2</span> &amp; <span>Omega-3 Fish Oil with Vitamin D – Lemon Flavored</span><br />“I want to protect my heart, but I don’t want to take a million pills. These help me get the heart-protective nutrition I need, but in a convenient way.” –Larry</li> <li><span>Garden of Life Dr. Formulated – Peppermint</span> &amp; <span>BubbForest Ultra Pure Joint</span><br />“Between walking and skiing, staying active together is important to us. CBD oil from whole hemp extract and science-backed, herbal Pure Joint for joint mobility help us keep moving.” –Kathy &amp; Larry</li> </ul><p>Sign up for <span>BubbForest Health emails</span> to be the first to know about new articles in our Behind the Green Bottle series, along with wellness tips from our experts, our best promotions, new product releases, and more.</p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--comment--rss.html.twig * field--node--comment--blog.html.twig * field--node--comment.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <section> <h2 class="post-stats" >Leave a comment</h2> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderForm" arguments="0=node&amp;1=210196&amp;2=comment&amp;3=comment" token="u46OpuWwLhGOgxRXdZ7wPxKquPMQPsCO2KEr15I4Szg"></drupal-render-placeholder> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-blog-format--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--list-string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-blog-format field-type-list-string field-label-hidden field-item">Standard</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:24:49 +0000 Anonymous 210196 at http://bubbforest.net http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-swanson-customers-kathy-larry-toth-580#comments http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-corey-bergstrom-581 <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--rss.html.twig * field--node--title--blog.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Behind the Green Bottle: Corey Bergstrom</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--rss.html.twig * field--node--uid--blog.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">Anonymous (not verified)</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--rss.html.twig * field--node--created--blog.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'time' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> <time datetime="2026-04-20T21:24:49+00:00" title="Monday, April 20, 2026 - 21:24">Mon, 04/20/2026 - 21:24</time> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-image--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-image--blog.html.twig x field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden field-item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/blog/blog_500155-bergstrom_family.jpg" width="600" height="600" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-category--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-category--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-category.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-category.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-category field-type-entity-reference field-label-hidden field-item"><a href="/en/category/behind-green-bottle-series" hreflang="en">Behind the Green Bottle Series</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--rss.html.twig * field--node--body--blog.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden field-item"><p>In our Behind the Green Bottle series, we highlight members of the BubbForest community—customers, readers, employees—and explore what health means to them. Kicking off our first issue is Fargo native and BubbForest President, Corey Bergstrom, discussing everyday life, finding his healthier, and balancing health for mind, body, and home.</p> <h2>Raising Wellness in the Red River Valley</h2> <p></p> <p>As a North Dakota boy, Corey first realized the importance of health and nutrition in everyday life while growing up on the family farm. Now a retired collegiate athlete (and still a farm boy at heart), Corey has a family of his own—a wife, two teenagers, three horses—and a wellness routine that focuses on physical activity, a balanced diet, and supplementation to fill gaps and target health concerns.</p> <h2>Everyday Life</h2> <p>For Corey, raising a family, caring for horses, and growing a career means juggling many priorities. He wears many hats each day: dad, spouse, son, brother, president, Mason, Shriner—<em>“even ‘Barn Boy’,”</em> he laughs, <em>“as my wife so lovingly calls me.”</em> From a young age, he understood the fundamental importance of being healthy. <em>“Now as I enter my 40s, more health concerns (and aches!) appear, and I’ve realized I need to take a more proactive approach to health.”</em></p> <p>In warmer months, you’ll find Corey biking, walking, or horseback riding with his wife on the beautiful Red River Valley trails, or enjoying a St. Louis Cardinals game.<em>“My grandfather played in the minors for the Cardinals before World War II. The family still has the authentic Cardinals jersey hanging in our 100-year-old bakery in Mayville, North Dakota.”</em></p> <p>Corey’s weekly work routine involves a lot of indoor time—meetings, flights, and extensive time on a laptop and smartphone. <em>“It was a pivotal moment for me when I realized how eye strain was affecting how my eyes felt at the end of the day. That's when I discovered the difference nutrients like lutein and zeaxanthin could make.”</em></p> <p>In addition to taking <span>BubbForest’s Vision Defense</span> to combat eye fatigue, Corey follows several tips for staying healthy despite the necessary screen time. He takes frequent breaks when working on his computer by looking at something in the distance every 20 minutes. He also minimizes electronic device usage at night to avoid disrupting sleep-wake cycles, as blue light exposure can impact your body’s melatonin production.</p> <p>Read <span>Important Facts about Blue Light and Eye Health</span> to learn more about how blue light can impact your health and what you can do to protect yourself.</p> <h2>Finding His Healthier</h2> <p>While growing up on the farm, Corey became a firm believer in the philosophy of reaping what you sow, and he realizes that this also applies to health—with factors you can control like diet, exercise, and daily nutrition. Nutrition has always been a focus on the farm because of the importance of ensuring their horses receive optimal nutrition and care every day to stay healthy. And just like people, their daily health regimens are tailored to their individual needs.</p> <p>Everyone’s ‘healthier’ is unique to their own health journey, and Corey is no exception, with his soft spot for the crisp, salty crunch of potato chips. <em>“I love biking, but I also love chips. Sometimes I’ll calculate how many calories I need to burn so I can enjoy a bag of chips later. And in case you were wondering, a 1.5-ounce snack bag is about another 20 minutes of pedaling!”</em></p> <h2>Balancing Mind, Body &amp; Home</h2> <p>As Corey nears 50, he’s focusing more on prioritizing what balance means for his body and mind. And finding balance in his life comes down to one simple thing: family first. <em>“I’m a big believer in family first, balancing out what needs to happen and having the right priorities in place so I can be successful each day. If I know what I value, I can focus on the things I can control, and the rest usually falls into place.”</em></p> <p>Corey is also aware of the role genetics should play in his wellness routine, saying family gatherings are a great opportunity to talk to relatives and understand his family health heritage. Since heart health concerns run in his family, he focuses on ways to promote healthy cholesterol levels. <em>“I love a combo of CoQ10 plus vitamin K2 for energy production, stamina, and cardiovascular strength to help get me through my desk work, and my barn work.”</em></p> <p>Want some tips on exploring your own health heritage? Read <span>Know Your Health Heritage: How to Discover Your Family Health History</span> for where to start and the right questions to ask.</p> <p>Balance for Corey also means community and leadership. He strives to be a role model for his kids and the local youth through community events, sharing his passion for good nutrition and outdoor activities. <em>“In college, I had a favorite shirt that said, ‘Education is preparation for life.’ Knowledge is the most powerful way to grow.”</em> Through his efforts, he tries to help kids understand the importance of nutrition and self-care routines, to help them build strong minds and bodies and gain a solid understanding of what it takes to be healthy.</p> <h2>Corey's Wellness Heroes</h2> <ul><li><span>BubbForest Ultra CoQ10 + Vitamin K2</span><br />“<em>My family has a history of heart health concerns, so I love that this is a 2-in-1 formula, but also that it is delivered in clinically-studied doses.”</em></li> <li><span>BubbForest Ultra Vision Defense</span><br />“<em>I’ve noticed a big difference in eye fatigue since I started taking this lutein &amp; zeaxanthin combo.”</em></li> <li><span>Real Food Multi Men’s Daily</span><br />“<em>Supplements made from</em> <em>real food sources like quinoa sprouts make me feel good about getting my daily essentials.”</em></li> <li><span>Real Food Bone Broth Collagen</span><br />“<em>I add this real food collagen to my morning smoothie for a convenient way to give my joints some extra support. It also boosts my daily protein intake.”</em></li> </ul><p>Sign up <span>for BubbForest Health emails</span> to be the first to know about new articles in our Behind the Green Bottle series, along with wellness tips from our experts, our best promotions, new product releases, and more.</p> <p style="clear: both;"> </p> <p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;"><span style="box-sizing: box-sizing; font-weight: bold;">About Lindsey Toth, MS, RD</span><br style="box-sizing: box-sizing;" /><span style="box-sizing: box-sizing; font-weight: bold;">Registered Dietitian, BubbForest Health Products</span></p> <p style="box-sizing: box-sizing; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;">Lindsey is a nationally recognized registered dietitian and nutritionist with a soft spot for pie. She empowers people to take charge of their health by finding the balance between the pleasure and nourishment in food.</p> <p style="box-sizing: box-sizing; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;">Her philosophy is that you should take care of your body because it’s the only permanent home you have. It’s what inspired her to pursue a career in nutrition and, ultimately, led her to BubbForest Health.</p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--comment--rss.html.twig * field--node--comment--blog.html.twig * field--node--comment.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <section> <h2 class="post-stats" >Leave a comment</h2> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderForm" arguments="0=node&amp;1=210195&amp;2=comment&amp;3=comment" token="-ju24AWBHKlaUSgE-vMj_XEvlu7Wo95HjkL-eQkO2_8"></drupal-render-placeholder> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-blog-format--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--list-string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-blog-format field-type-list-string field-label-hidden field-item">Standard</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:24:49 +0000 Anonymous 210195 at http://bubbforest.net http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-corey-bergstrom-581#comments http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-swanson-customers-kathy-larry-toth-579 <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--rss.html.twig * field--node--title--blog.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Behind the Green Bottle Swanson Customers Kathy &amp; Larry Toth</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--rss.html.twig * field--node--uid--blog.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">Anonymous (not verified)</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--rss.html.twig * field--node--created--blog.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'time' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> <time datetime="2026-04-19T21:08:57+00:00" title="Sunday, April 19, 2026 - 21:08">Sun, 04/19/2026 - 21:08</time> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-image--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-image--blog.html.twig x field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden field-item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/blog/blog_500129-square.jpg" width="600" height="600" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-category--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-category--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-category.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-category.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-category field-type-entity-reference field-label-hidden field-item"><a href="/en/category/behind-green-bottle-series" hreflang="en">Behind the Green Bottle Series</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--rss.html.twig * field--node--body--blog.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden field-item"><p>In our Behind the Green Bottle series, we highlight members of the BubbForest community—customers, readers, employees—and explore what health means to them. In this issue, we talk to Michigan natives, Kathy and Larry Toth, about what being healthier together means to them after 40 years of marriage.</p> <h2>Discovering Healthier Together</h2> <p></p> <p>For Kathy and Larry (65 and 70), growing up in small Michigan towns instilled in them good values, a love for the outdoors, and eventually, a love for each other. The pair met in business school when their finance teacher insisted there was only one way to solve a particular math problem. Larry disagreed, which Kathy initially perceived as stubbornness, but he proved there was another way, ultimately winning both the math challenge and Kathy’s heart.</p> <p>Now, after 40 years of marriage, they’ve firsthand understood the importance of good health. They’ve raised two children, overcome breast cancer, and beaten heart disease—all while managing a $48 million real estate business. Through it all, prioritizing health and wellness has been crucial to their life together, and they’ve ensured to pass that passion for health on to their children.</p> <p>Their daughter, Lindsey, studied nutrition and became a dietitian, and their son, Kevin’s upbringing in the Midwest deepened his love for the great outdoors, where he spends most of his time being active through hiking and fishing.</p> <h2>Everyday Life</h2> <p>Running a business involves managing a hectic schedule. From the moment Kathy wakes up to the minute she goes to bed, she’s always on the move. “She’s constantly thinking, buzzing, moving,” laughs Larry. “It would take a force of nature to get her to sit still!” Kathy spends most of her day in meetings, often calling her car her ‘office.’ “I have to be very intentional about making time for exercise and self-care,” she says.</p> <p>To carve out this time, Kathy wakes up each morning at 4:00 a.m. and dedicates those early hours before sunrise to growth. “When a tree stops growing, it’s dead, so why should people be any different? Learning is key to staying young.” She spends her early morning hours engaging with inspirational videos, reflecting, and exercising, alternating between using home equipment like a pullup bar and scheduling regular sessions with a personal trainer to build muscle mass and strength.</p> <p>Kathy also prepares a <span>protein shake</span> with fruits and veggies every morning to complement her coffee, setting her up for nutritional success before the day becomes busy. By 7:30 a.m., she’s ready to start her day. These morning rituals help her begin each day on a positive note.</p> <h2>Finding Their Healthier</h2> <p>To balance everything life throws their way, Kathy and Larry enjoy walks together in the woods surrounding their home. “We take four-mile walks, three times a week. It’s peaceful, quiet and keeps us grounded in what matters most—family and each other.”</p> <p>Kathy is also an avid skier and prioritizes keeping this activity as a core part of their healthy lifestyle. “I joined ski patrol when I was 13—I had to use a men’s jacket because they didn’t make women’s ski jackets back then. When we got married, my first Christmas present to Larry was a pair of skis—it was time for him to learn!” Now, they take a ski trip each year for their anniversary. “40 years of skiing means our joints don’t work as well as they used to,” says Larry. “We try to be proactive about nutrition for our joints so we can keep skiing as long as possible.”</p> <h2>Balancing Mind, Body &amp; Home</h2> <p>Having undergone triple-bypass heart surgery, Larry takes his health seriously. “I love my sweets, but I’m very focused now on protecting my heart.” As someone on statins for cholesterol, he favors combo formulas focused on CoQ10 and omega-3s. “I prefer combo formulas—the fewer the pills, the better!”</p> <p>Kathy finds balance through using her personal experience as a breast cancer survivor to inspire others to prioritize prevention. She regularly speaks at the University of Michigan about the importance of self-care and regular mammograms. “I’m very aware of the chance of recurrence. It’s a major motivator for me in balancing healthful eating with occasional indulgences.”</p> <p>However, Kathy advocates for not getting too fixated on health perfection, allowing oneself to enjoy good food with friends and family. “Balance isn’t about perfection. It’s about finding a happy medium, emphasis on ‘happy’,” says Kathy. “It’s about enjoying life and listening to that little voice at the end of the day that says, ‘I will get up and try again tomorrow’.”</p> <p>Kathy and Larry have conquered many of life’s challenges together, and they know from experience that prioritizing the health of their minds, bodies, and home is essential. Taking time for self-care, starting each day with intention, and being realistic about enhancing their health are crucial because small intentions can lead to significant changes.</p> <p>Explore some of Kathy and Larry’s wellness heroes below, and if you’d like to share your own journey with us, we’d love to hear from you—email us at <span>greenbottle@bubbforest.com</span>.</p> <h2>Kathy &amp; Larry’s Wellness Heroes</h2> <ul><li><span>Mellow Mag</span><br />“This great-tasting magnesium helps me relax after, or during, a stressful day. The stick packs are great for the car &amp; the container, for at-home use.” –Kathy</li> <li><span>CoQ10 + Vitamin K2</span> &amp; <span>Omega-3 Fish Oil with Vitamin D – Lemon Flavored</span><br />“I want to protect my heart, but I don’t want to take a million pills. These help me get the heart-protective nutrition I need, but in a convenient way.” –Larry</li> <li><span>Garden of Life Dr. Formulated – Peppermint</span> &amp; <span>BubbForest Ultra Pure Joint</span><br />“Between walking and skiing, staying active together is important to us. CBD oil from whole hemp extract and science-backed, herbal Pure Joint for joint mobility help us keep moving.” –Kathy &amp; Larry</li> </ul><p>Sign up for <span>BubbForest Health emails</span> to be the first to know about new articles in our Behind the Green Bottle series, along with wellness tips from our experts, our best promotions, new product releases, and more.</p></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--comment--rss.html.twig * field--node--comment--blog.html.twig * field--node--comment.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig x field--comment.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <section> <h2 class="post-stats" >Leave a comment</h2> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderForm" arguments="0=node&amp;1=209829&amp;2=comment&amp;3=comment" token="Cg4e0SswMdZ5Lw8kHZasmlEbCGl2Rvuyjm3VrTYl-9c"></drupal-render-placeholder> </section> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--comment.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-blog-format--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-blog-format.html.twig * field--list-string.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-blog-format field-type-list-string field-label-hidden field-item">Standard</div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:08:57 +0000 Anonymous 209829 at http://bubbforest.net http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-swanson-customers-kathy-larry-toth-579#comments http://bubbforest.net/en/blog/behind-green-bottle-corey-bergstrom-580 <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--title--rss.html.twig * field--node--title--blog.html.twig x field--node--title.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--title.html.twig * field--string.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <span>Behind the Green Bottle: Corey Bergstrom</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--title.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--uid--rss.html.twig * field--node--uid--blog.html.twig x field--node--uid.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--uid.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'username' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> <span lang="" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype="">Anonymous (not verified)</span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/user/templates/username.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--uid.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--created--rss.html.twig * field--node--created--blog.html.twig x field--node--created.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field--created.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <span> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'time' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> <time datetime="2026-04-19T21:08:57+00:00" title="Sunday, April 19, 2026 - 21:08">Sun, 04/19/2026 - 21:08</time> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/time.html.twig' --> </span> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/node/templates/field--node--created.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'links__node' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * links--node.html.twig x links.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/navigation/links.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-image--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-image--blog.html.twig x field--node--field-image.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-image.html.twig * field--image.html.twig * field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden field-item"> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image_formatter' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'image' --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/blog/blog_500155-bergstrom_family.jpg" width="600" height="600" typeof="foaf:Image" /> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/system/templates/image.html.twig' --> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'core/modules/image/templates/image-formatter.html.twig' --> </div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field--node--field-image.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--field-category--rss.html.twig * field--node--field-category--blog.html.twig * field--node--field-category.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--field-category.html.twig * field--entity-reference.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-field-category field-type-entity-reference field-label-hidden field-item"><a href="/en/category/behind-green-bottle-series" hreflang="en">Behind the Green Bottle Series</a></div> <!-- END OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <!-- THEME DEBUG --> <!-- THEME HOOK: 'field' --> <!-- FILE NAME SUGGESTIONS: * field--node--body--rss.html.twig * field--node--body--blog.html.twig * field--node--body.html.twig * field--node--blog.html.twig * field--body.html.twig * field--text-with-summary.html.twig x field.html.twig --> <!-- BEGIN OUTPUT from 'themes/martis/templates/field/field.html.twig' --> <div class="field field-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden field-item"><p>In our Behind the Green Bottle series, we highlight members of the BubbForest community—customers, readers, employees—and explore what health means to them. Kicking off our first issue is Fargo native and BubbForest President, Corey Bergstrom, discussing everyday life, finding his healthier, and balancing health for mind, body, and home.</p> <h2>Raising Wellness in the Red River Valley</h2> <p></p> <p>As a North Dakota boy, Corey first realized the importance of health and nutrition in everyday life while growing up on the family farm. Now a retired collegiate athlete (and still a farm boy at heart), Corey has a family of his own—a wife, two teenagers, three horses—and a wellness routine that focuses on physical activity, a balanced diet, and supplementation to fill gaps and target health concerns.</p> <h2>Everyday Life</h2> <p>For Corey, raising a family, caring for horses, and growing a career means juggling many priorities. He wears many hats each day: dad, spouse, son, brother, president, Mason, Shriner—<em>“even ‘Barn Boy’,”</em> he laughs, <em>“as my wife so lovingly calls me.”</em> From a young age, he understood the fundamental importance of being healthy. <em>“Now as I enter my 40s, more health concerns (and aches!) appear, and I’ve realized I need to take a more proactive approach to health.”</em></p> <p>In warmer months, you’ll find Corey biking, walking, or horseback riding with his wife on the beautiful Red River Valley trails, or enjoying a St. Louis Cardinals game.<em>“My grandfather played in the minors for the Cardinals before World War II. The family still has the authentic Cardinals jersey hanging in our 100-year-old bakery in Mayville, North Dakota.”</em></p> <p>Corey’s weekly work routine involves a lot of indoor time—meetings, flights, and extensive time on a laptop and smartphone. <em>“It was a pivotal moment for me when I realized how eye strain was affecting how my eyes felt at the end of the day. That's when I discovered the difference nutrients like lutein and zeaxanthin could make.”</em></p> <p>In addition to taking <span>BubbForest’s Vision Defense</span> to combat eye fatigue, Corey follows several tips for staying healthy despite the necessary screen time. He takes frequent breaks when working on his computer by looking at something in the distance every 20 minutes. He also minimizes electronic device usage at night to avoid disrupting sleep-wake cycles, as blue light exposure can impact your body’s melatonin production.</p> <p>Read <span>Important Facts about Blue Light and Eye Health</span> to learn more about how blue light can impact your health and what you can do to protect yourself.</p> <h2>Finding His Healthier</h2> <p>While growing up on the farm, Corey became a firm believer in the philosophy of reaping what you sow, and he realizes that this also applies to health—with factors you can control like diet, exercise, and daily nutrition. Nutrition has always been a focus on the farm because of the importance of ensuring their horses receive optimal nutrition and care every day to stay healthy. And just like people, their daily health regimens are tailored to their individual needs.</p> <p>Everyone’s ‘healthier’ is unique to their own health journey, and Corey is no exception, with his soft spot for the crisp, salty crunch of potato chips. <em>“I love biking, but I also love chips. Sometimes I’ll calculate how many calories I need to burn so I can enjoy a bag of chips later. And in case you were wondering, a 1.5-ounce snack bag is about another 20 minutes of pedaling!”</em></p> <h2>Balancing Mind, Body &amp; Home</h2> <p>As Corey nears 50, he’s focusing more on prioritizing what balance means for his body and mind. And finding balance in his life comes down to one simple thing: family first. <em>“I’m a big believer in family first, balancing out what needs to happen and having the right priorities in place so I can be successful each day. If I know what I value, I can focus on the things I can control, and the rest usually falls into place.”</em></p> <p>Corey is also aware of the role genetics should play in his wellness routine, saying family gatherings are a great opportunity to talk to relatives and understand his family health heritage. Since heart health concerns run in his family, he focuses on ways to promote healthy cholesterol levels. <em>“I love a combo of CoQ10 plus vitamin K2 for energy production, stamina, and cardiovascular strength to help get me through my desk work, and my barn work.”</em></p> <p>Want some tips on exploring your own health heritage? Read <span>Know Your Health Heritage: How to Discover Your Family Health History</span> for where to start and the right questions to ask.</p> <p>Balance for Corey also means community and leadership. He strives to be a role model for his kids and the local youth through community events, sharing his passion for good nutrition and outdoor activities. <em>“In college, I had a favorite shirt that said, ‘Education is preparation for life.’ Knowledge is the most powerful way to grow.”</em> Through his efforts, he tries to help kids understand the importance of nutrition and self-care routines, to help them build strong minds and bodies and gain a solid understanding of what it takes to be healthy.</p> <h2>Corey's Wellness Heroes</h2> <ul><li><span>BubbForest Ultra CoQ10 + Vitamin K2</span><br />“<em>My family has a history of heart health concerns, so I love that this is a 2-in-1 formula, but also that it is delivered in clinically-studied doses.”</em></li> <li><span>BubbForest Ultra Vision Defense</span><br />“<em>I’ve noticed a big difference in eye fatigue since I started taking this lutein &amp; zeaxanthin combo.”</em></li> <li><span>Real Food Multi Men’s Daily</span><br />“<em>Supplements made from</em> <em>real food sources like quinoa sprouts make me feel good about getting my daily essentials.”</em></li> <li><span>Real Food Bone Broth Collagen</span><br />“<em>I add this real food collagen to my morning smoothie for a convenient way to give my joints some extra support. It also boosts my daily protein intake.”</em></li> </ul><p>Sign up <span>for BubbForest Health emails</span> to be the first to know about new articles in our Behind the Green Bottle series, along with wellness tips from our experts, our best promotions, new product releases, and more.</p> <p style="clear: both;"> </p> <p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;"><span style="box-sizing: box-sizing; font-weight: bold;">About Lindsey Toth, MS, RD</span><br style="box-sizing: box-sizing;" /><span style="box-sizing: box-sizing; font-weight: bold;">Registered Dietitian, BubbForest Health Products</span></p> <p style="box-sizing: box-sizing; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;">Lindsey is a nationally recognized registered dietitian and nutritionist with a soft spot for pie. She empowers people to take charge of their health by finding the balance between the pleasure and nourishment in food.</p> <p style="box-sizing: box-sizing; margin: 0px 0px 22px; color: #221f20; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;">Her philosophy is that you should take care of your body because it’s the only permanent home you have. 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