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How to get more probiotics in your diet

Each day your body fights to maintain a measure of health and wellness. Probiotics are essential to support the everyday functions of your gut and immune system. (Note: Probiotics can especially effect women’s health. Read the article Why every woman needs probiotics.) Taking probiotic supplements makes it easy to reinforce your health on a daily basis, Read More

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Why pineapple is our favorite summer fruit

Markets all over the country have pineapples on sale for a great price! Not only is pineapple a delicious treat on a hot summer’s day, it also has amazing health benefits. So next time you’re browsing through the produce aisle, pick up a pineapple- and thank us later! Pineapple reduces inflammation Pineapple contains bromelain, an Read More

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Infused water recipes you need to try this summer

Give your water a delicious fruity boost! Try one of these delicious fruit-infused water recipes and stay hydrated all summer long without getting bored. Did you know: Many health and lifestyle experts recommend consuming half your body weight in ounces of water each day as a rule of thumb! (Example: If you are 150 pounds Read More

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Food your probiotics will thank you for

Your body must have a large enough supply of its own probiotic bacteria in your digestive system for it to be able to function properly and provide the rest of your body with the nutrients it needs. In order to help your body to continue to produce its own good bacteria, you need to feed Read More

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Is eating raw food really better for you?

Raw fruits and vegetables (usually referred to as “live” foods) provide biologically-active components called enzymes, which play an active role in all metabolic activities in the body. Without enzymes, the body cannot utilize protein, fats, carbohydrates and vitamins in food into the bone, hair, skin, muscles, glands and hormones. Why raw food is better The Read More