While you may not be familiar with coconut oil, you’re sure to go out and stock up after you learn how great it is for your overall health. You can take coconut oil daily by the tablespoon, use it for cooking, apply it to your skin or use it in your hair. Now for the […]
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You may be worried that your addiction to coffee is becoming more like an unhealthy obsession, but you might start drinking even more coffee when you learn how many health benefits the wonderful liquid from the gods provides your mind and body. There’s a lot more to be gained from drinking coffee than increased energy.
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Both Acai berries and dark cherries are powerful antioxidants with acai at the top of the ORAC scale (oxygen radical absorbance capacity) which the USDA scientists have developed a way to measure the ability of antioxidants to absorb free radicals. (USDA Human Nutrition Research Center at Tufts University) Free radicals are an atom or group
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While you might already like the taste of cinnamon, that like is sure to turn to love when you discover just how good cinnamon really is for you. Rather than head for the supplement aisle to boost your health, here at PurMEDICA we recommend you head to the seasonings and spices aisle. While there are several
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Acai berries are one of the most potent botanical medicines on earth. In fact, this fruit is rightly called a superfood. Each little berry is packed with essential nutrients, beneficial antioxidants, and other helpful substances. This fruit is rich in B vitamins, which help reduce painful inflammation and promote improved physical stamina. Acai can be
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The use of celery dates back centuries and was first identified in the Mediterranean and used as an aphrodisiac by the Greeks and Romans. They thought celery was somehow magical and was associated with the underworld divinities. It was often buried with the deceased and used as a prize for the winners of the Greek
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You probably already know that leafy greens, berries, and fish like salmon are good for you and your heart, but what about chocolate and red wine? At PurMEDICA, we’re always on the lookout for surprising new heart-healthy superfoods. Here are ten of our favorites.
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Whether you enjoy them as flavor enhancers in your water or as a zesty dressing on top of a fresh fish filet, there’s plenty to love about tart and sweet lemons. At PurMEDICA, we know the tangy yellow fruit has a lot more to offer than just great taste. The humble lemon is also a powerhouse
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Rather than waiting until cold and flu season to start boosting your immune system, PurMEDICA recommends that you work on building your immune system throughout the year. You never know when a virus or bacteria that doesn’t pay heed to the current season will find its way into your system. Utilize these natural methods to help
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If you’re a chocolate lover, it may feel like you have to sacrifice a healthy body for your favorite treat. While this is true for sugary varieties like the milk chocolate found in most candy bars, at PurMEDICA we know that dark chocolate is actually a great proponent for good health. Stick to chocolate that contains
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