"My name is Marianne, I'm 41 years old and live in Alta. I have three children and will become a grandmother in January, which I'm really looking forward to.

I work as a teacher in a secondary school, as a fitness instructor at Spenst Alta - and I am otherwise active on several fronts.

My family is influenced by the Norwegianization, so I have spent much of my life reclaiming my Sami culture and identity, both in terms of language, crafts and traditions. I love Sami duodji/crafts and spend a lot of time sewing, both on a machine and by hand. I sew cardigans, skulls, leather products, fringe scarves etc., and I spend a lot of time in the processes.

CLOSE TO NATURE
These are mostly rewarding activities, but it can also be a source of stress if I take on too much! In addition to being fond of crafts, I also really enjoy being physically active, off-road cycling is one of my favorites. I love being in the mountains - fishing and hunting.

Harvesting nature is an important part of my life, and I try to get as much as possible into a hectic everyday life, berries, mushrooms, chaga, fish and meat. Without closeness to nature, life does not feel entirely optimal.

I HAVE TRIED MANY DIFFERENT THINGS, BUT NOTHING HAS WORKED
This is one of the reasons why I discovered the products from Aarja – pure and natural ingredients and a philosophy of gaining knowledge from our ancestors here in the north.

Since I was a teenager I have had irritable bowel syndrome. It has often been a source of irritation, stomach pain, bloating, uncertainty about whether I can tolerate the food I eat, etc. My stomach also reacts incredibly poorly to stress.

I have tried a lot of different things, old wives' tales, eliminating different foods, probiotics, etc., but haven't found anything that has really worked. In recent years, I have also struggled with a weakened immune system. I have had low immunity and have had a lot of colds, low energy levels, etc.

DO NOT WAIVE A SINGLE DOSE
In March 2023, I read Kirsti's story online, and was recommended the products from Aarja by a good colleague. I chose to test out OPTIMSM + C , and have not missed a single dose. The first month I gradually felt better and better effects, and after a couple of months my stomach had completely changed.

The bloating was gone, I could allow myself a wider variety of food without my stomach going “bananas” and it became generally calm. Suddenly I didn’t have to think about my stomach anymore, it was just “there” and working as it should. My energy level also increased significantly, and I think my skin got an extra glow…

MUST TAKE THE BEST POSSIBLE CARE OF YOUR BODY
Since the product had such a great effect on my body and everyday life, I went further - and then started taking Curcumin , Magnesium and Calcium to get mineral supplements that have an effect on muscle function and bones, reduce inflammation, and give me better sleep.

I have a pretty fast pace in my everyday life, so the strain on my body is sometimes great. When I turned forty it was also a little wake-up call that time does not stand still, and that I need to make sure to take care of my body so that I can do the most of everything I find fun. Now that I'm going to be a grandmother, it's even more important 😉

This is what my day looks like with Aarja:
I start every morning by pouring cold water into a glass and mixing the powder in, I also let it stand for 10 minutes. Then the powder is completely dissolved. If I don't let it stand for a while, it can get a little lumpy. This is because the powder does not contain anti-caking agents or other E-substances.

I wait a little before I eat breakfast, about an hour later. If I feel throughout the day that my stomach is not quite in balance, I have taken another bag. Especially if I am going to eat food that I usually have a slight reaction to.

Before breakfast I also take 1 calcium and 1 curcumin. For lunch I take 1 collagen along with 1 vitamin C. Before going to bed I take 2 Magnesium."

Marianne, 41 years old from Alta

(Although Marianne and many others have experienced an improvement when using our products, we cannot guarantee this. When using medication - always consult your doctor before starting dietary supplements. Dietary supplements should not replace a varied diet.)

WHAT IS OPTIMISM?
OptiMSM consists of the mineral sulfur, which is the body's fourth most important mineral. It has a powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory effect, and is important for many functions in the body. Energy metabolism, cell optimization, contributes to better joint health and recovery, among other things.

WHO NEEDS MSM?
We can have a sulfur deficiency in these conditions:

• muscle wasting, due to illness or old age
• chronic inflammation. For example, in the stomach/intestines or muscles and joints
• hard training
• old age
• little food or a one-sided diet

Older people are more likely to be deficient in sulfur. Vegetarians who do not eat meat, or others who generally eat little food, are also at risk. MSM is also often called the “beauty mineral,” as it is known to be good for skin, hair, and nails.

Our bestseller OptiMSM is the world's purest MSM and has undergone many clinical studies . We receive an incredible amount of positive feedback on our OptiMSM, and the results are more energy, less joint pain, better sleep and finer skin, among other things.

BODY DETOX
OptiMSM activates the body's own detox system. It cleanses the liver, kidneys and stomach/intestines, and in connection with this can cause some short-term side effects such as loose stomach, mild nausea and discomfort in the body. This occurs very rarely and is temporary and not dangerous. Should you experience this, just take a break for 5 days and start again with a smaller dose. If you have a sensitive stomach, we recommend taking the product with food.

Aarja Health produces pure, highly absorbable and scientifically proven vitamins and minerals in our modern factory in Finland. Through natural supplements, our goal is to create simple solutions that provide good health in everyday life.