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News & Articles By Olivia Cook
07/06/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Vitamin C: An essential nutrient for good overall health
Vitamin C, medically known as ascorbic acid, is an essential water-soluble nutrient synthesized in plants. It was discovered by a Hungarian biochemist, Albert Szent-Gyorgyi, who was investigating a life-threatening disease called scurvy that was prevalent in sailors in the early 1930s. It was later found that vitamin C enables the body to efficiently use carbohydrates, […]
06/15/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Magnesium: An essential mineral your body needs for optimal health
Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in hundreds of chemical reactions in your body. It also helps you maintain good overall health. This nutrient is present in many foods, dietary supplements and some medicines, such as antacids and laxatives. The magnesium contained in plants and seafood is not harmful and does not need to be limited. […]
05/18/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Hemp seed oil: A healthy and sustainable source of omega fatty acids
Fish oil capsules have become synonymous with healthy omegas as they dominated the market for many years. But there is actually a better and more sustainable source of omegas – hemp seed oil. Hemp seed oil is extracted from the seeds of the Cannabis sativa plant, which is commonly known as hemp. Since ancient times, […]
05/11/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Pumpkin seeds: A nutritious, inexpensive and versatile snack with plenty of health benefits
Pumpkin seeds are flat, dark-green seeds encased in yellow-white husks at the center of the pumpkin fruit. The oldest pumpkin seeds were found in Mexico and were estimated to be around 9,000 years old. Because of their chewy texture and subtly sweet, creamy, pleasant nutty flavor, these edible kernels have been eaten throughout history for sustenance. […]
04/27/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Beetroot is packed with disease-fighting antioxidants, phytonutrients and essential nutrients
Beet and beetroot refer to the same species of vegetable, Beta vulgaris. Most varieties are purple or bright red in color, some are yellow, white or pink. The term “beet” is most commonly used in North America to describe the taproot of Beta vulgaris, which is widely referred to in the United Kingdom as the “beetroot.” […]
04/20/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Omega-3 fatty acids are the ALPHA when it comes to healthy fats
Omega fatty acids are a family of unsaturated fats (omega-3s, omega-6s and omega-9s) that each confer different health benefits. But when it comes to healthy fats, there is one type you don’t want to cut back on: omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s are considered essential fatty acids because our bodies lack the enzymes needed to create […]
04/13/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Don’t get rid of the skin of the fruit: Apple PEEL is PACKED with nutrients your body needs
Apples are among the most consumed fruits in the Western world, although some people don’t like the skin. Apple skin or peels are often discarded due to habit or preference by eaters, while others are worried about consuming potential pesticide residue or the natural wax coating that appears powdery on the peel. They’re certainly missing a […]
04/06/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Organic Coconut Water: Mother Nature’s best energy drink
Organic coconut (Cocos nucifera) water is the natural liquid that comes from a freshly cut young coconut. The purest liquid next only to water, coconut water is low in calories and is a very potent source of natural sugar; electrolytes, such as calcium, potassium, magnesium and sodium; and vitamins, minerals and other nutrients like lauric […]
03/30/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Organic functional mushrooms: best immune-boosting medicine from Mother Nature
Organic functional mushrooms refer to exotic mushrooms that grow in dense forests, on fallen logs or even on the Himalayan plateau. Known as “medicinal mushrooms” by traditional and folk medicine practitioners and often termed as “mushroom nutraceuticals” by manufacturers of dietary supplements, these superfoods are now referred to as “adaptogenic mushrooms” for their role in […]
03/23/2022
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By Olivia Cook
Organic grass-fed whey protein: A protein supplement that is way better than the rest
If you’re looking to curb your appetite; burn fat; build lean and toned muscles and strong bone; keep bodily fluids in balance; protect enzyme functions; support your nerves, muscles and bones; boost the health of your skin, hair and nails; boost your immune system and prevent diseases, then supplement with organic grass-fed whey protein. Whey is […]
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