From Surgery to Certainty: Where Product Testing is Painfully Personal

Welcome to a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the heart of Herbal Mana, where compassion meets innovation in every formula we create. Today, we join Todd, our charismatic Co-Founder, and his remarkable wife, Anne, as they shed light on a question close to many hearts: Do we use animal testing for our products?

Spoiler alert: the answer is no. But our story goes deeper than a simple "no." Todd's personal journey, marked by over 20 orthopedic surgeries and countless aches and pains, has shaped Herbal Mana's unique approach to testing. This isn’t just about cruelty-free practices—it’s about turning personal challenges into life-changing solutions for others.

At Herbal Mana, we live by our motto: "Hurt Less - Live More!" And Todd's story embodies just that. Join us as we dive deeper into what makes our product testing truly one-of-a-kind!

No Lab Rats—Just Todd’s Trials

When Todd says he tests Herbal Mana products himself, he means it. After enduring 24 surgeries, including 20 orthopedic procedures, Todd jokes that he’s practically a walking case study for pain relief. Broken bones, vertebrae, and the lingering aches of a life lived fully have made him the perfect (albeit reluctant) product tester.

"Are your products animal tested?" he often hears. His answer? "No animal testing—just Todd testing!" With a touch of humor and a lot of heart, Todd’s story reveals a commitment to ethical, effective testing.

Each time we create a new formula or refine an existing one, Todd's firsthand experience ensures it’s not just effective—it’s life-changing. His daily battle with chronic pain provides the ultimate proving ground, turning challenges into solutions that help our customers do what they love most: live life without limits.

A Family Effort in Every Formula

It’s not just Todd on this journey. His wife, Anne, often gets in on the action, too. While she laughs about being healthier than Todd (as most people are, she jokes), she also shares her own experience with testing Herbal Mana products. Together, they bring a blend of resilience, humor, and empathy to the process.

This personal touch sets Herbal Mana apart. It’s not just about testing products; it’s about living them. Todd and Anne’s experiences shape every jar, ensuring that what reaches you is effective, ethical, and made with love.

Our Promise: Compassion and Confidence

We know pain isn’t just physical—it can hold you back from the life you want to live. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to create products that empower you to hurt less and live more.

By choosing Herbal Mana, you’re not just getting cruelty-free, ethically tested products—you’re getting solutions crafted with care, compassion, and a deep understanding of what it means to live with pain.

Take the Next Step Towards Releif

If Todd’s story resonates with you, why not take the next step on your journey to relief? Inner Warrior+ Calming Relief Cream is designed for those battling nerve & muscle pain, inflammation, and chronic discomfort.

Crafted with soothing essential oils and proven ingredients, this cream offers targeted relief to help you get back to what matters most—living your best life.

Because at the end of the day, you deserve more than just pain relief—you deserve freedom. 

At Herbal Mana, we believe relief is more than a product—it’s a promise. A promise to stand with you, every step of the way, as you reclaim your life.

Here’s to less pain, more joy, and a future full of possibility. Let’s live it together.

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