Author name: Angela Zeng

Dr. Angela Zeng is the founder of Karviva Beverages, an innovative and award-winning beverage company that specializes in whole plant-based functional foods and promotes sustainable food production. Dr. Zeng comes from an Asian family of herbalists and has extensive knowledge of Far East medicinal food remedies that have proven health benefits. She obtained her Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Fudan University in Shanghai and went on to earn her Ph.D. in Pathology from St. Louis University Medical School. Dr. Zeng is a recipient of the pre-doctoral fellowship from the American Heart Association and the post-doctoral fellowship from Northwestern University Medical Center. She also holds an Evidence-based Optimal Nutrition Certificate from Harvard University School of Public Health and a Holistic Nutrition Certificate from Pacific Rim College, and most recently the Plant-Based Coaching Certification by Food Revolution Network. Through her work at Karviva Beverages, Dr. Zeng has become a pioneer in the functional foods industry, offering innovative plant-based products that are both healthy and delicious. Her commitment to sustainable food production has garnered her widespread recognition and awards, including the prestigious 2021 Mid-America Emmy Award, leaving audiences inspired and captivated.

The 3-Pillar Menopause Nutrition Cheat Sheet

Your Science-Backed Guide to Supporting Metabolism Through Menopause Understanding Your Changing Metabolism If you feel like your body is changing in ways you can’t control, you’re not imagining it. Here’s what’s happening during menopause: What does all this mean? Your body needs a new kind of nutritional support. This isn’t failure—it’s biology. The best results […]

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Karviva’s Holiday Alcohol Guide: Healthy Drinking LimitsWhy Menopause Changes Your Metabolism (And What Your Body Actually Needs)

A customer once confided in me:“Angela, I’m eating half what I used to and still gaining weight. I wake up at 3 AM drenched in sweat. My body feels like a stranger. It’s like everything I knew about staying healthy just… stopped working.” I told her something she didn’t expect:“Your body isn’t betraying you. It’s

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Vitamin D, Immunity & Digestive Health: What You Need to Know

When you think of vitamin D, you probably picture strong bones. But did you know this essential nutrient does so much more? Decades of research now show that vitamin D is crucial for immune support, heart health, brain function, and even your metabolism. Yet, despite all the buzz, vitamin D deficiency is still surprisingly common—even

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How to Support Your Body Through Stress: 7 Science-Backed Strategies for Natural Stress Relief

Stress doesn’t always make a grand entrance. More often, it creeps in quietly—tight shoulders, a restless mind at bedtime, digestive discomfort, or that persistent sense of being “on edge.” In today’s world, with demanding schedules, family responsibilities, financial pressures, and constant digital noise, chronic stress has become a common challenge. A certain amount of stress

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Frequently Asked Questions About Stress Management

What are the physical symptoms of chronic stress? Chronic stress can manifest in a variety of physical ways, and the experience is different for everyone. Common symptoms include: If you’re noticing several of these symptoms, your body may be signaling a need for additional support. These are not personal shortcomings—they’re valid indications from your nervous

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Karviva’s Food-First Approach to Stress Resilience

At Karviva, we don’t believe in “fixing” your hormones or forcing your body into submission. Instead, we honor your body’s natural wisdom—helping it adapt, regulate, and restore balance with the right foundation. Our food-first philosophy combines the latest in nutritional science with the time-tested principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine. How Karviva Supports Stress Resilience Our

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How Much Alcohol Is Too Much? Karviva’s Holiday Drinking Guide for Health & Wellness

December is here—the most wonderful time of the year! With holiday parties, family gatherings, and festive celebrations, alcohol often flows more freely than usual. But how much alcohol is actually safe? What’s the recommended limit, and how does drinking impact your health and wellness? Understanding Alcohol Content: What’s in Your Drink? Before you pour, check

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Juice Cleanse Diet: Safe 1, 3, and 5-Day Plans Backed by Science & Nature

We often hear about the juice cleanse diet, and as believers in wellness rooted in ancient wisdom and modern nutrition, we want to guide you through it responsibly. A juice cleanse can be a helpful short-term reset, but it is not a long-term weight-loss solution.  In this blog, we define what a juice cleanse diet

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Detox Juice Benefits Backed by Science: What to Know Before Your First Sip

At Karviva, we see wellness as something that should feel supportive, not restrictive. Detox juice, when made with the right blend of fruits, vegetables, and botanicals, can be more than just a trend. It can be a practical way to nourish your body and help it function at its best.But what exactly is detox juice

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Low-Sugar Drinks That Actually Hydrate: Dietitian-Approved Swaps for Soda

Many popular drinks on store shelves today are marketed as healthy but are packed with added sugars and artificial ingredients that can leave you feeling more drained than refreshed. It is a known fact that even the ones that are labelled to be “healthy” sneak in way more sugar than your body needs. They spike

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