The Mediterranean Diet has long been known to improve overall health and wellness. Many don’t know that olive oil, a significant player in the Mediterranean diet, contains a unique compound called oleuropein, which provides the oil’s characteristic astringent taste. The olive tree (Olea europaea) produces oleuropein generously in its leaves as well as in the […]
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Herbs and Spices Encourage Heart Health
According to research published in Nutrition Today, herbs and spices encourage heart health by improving blood bio-markers related to measuring heart health. This is one more reason to note the importance of a healthy diet in the prevention of disease. According to the CDC, about 610,000 people die of heart disease in the United States […]
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MegaHydrate – Antioxidant, Anti-Aging & Hydration Benefits
Did you know that researchers estimate that half of the world’s population is chronically dehydrated? And in America, that level rises to 75 percent of the population. These are very eye-opening statistics when we consider that so many people are sipping on sodas, tea and coffee all day long. Even though most people know perfectly […]
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Cherries for Inflammation and Pain
Eating cherries for inflammation and pain may seem a bit “out there” for most people who actually suffer from chronic pain on a daily basis. However, research continues to show that cherries, especially tart cherries, can give some of the same beneficial type of relief that anti-inflammatory drugs provide without having to be concerned about […]
