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7 Amazing Benefits of Olive Oil

7 Amazing Benefits of Olive Oil

by Maridel Villapando

Olive oil has been a staple in the Mediterranean diet for thousands of years. Widely heralded for its distinct taste and multitude of health benefits, it is easy to see why the use of olive oil has skyrocketed all over the world. Derived from olives, this oil is used in a variety of foods, vitamins and health and beauty products.

The quality of the oil is determined by the type of olive and oil extraction techniques. The purer the extraction process, the more health benefits the extracted oil will have. There are hundreds of types of olives, and each type has additional benefits. Here are some of olive oil’s most impressive benefits.

 

Six Great Ways to Use Celery Seeds for Better Health

Six Great Ways to Use Celery Seeds for Better Health

by Maridel Villapando
Celery seed is one of the most overlooked of all medicinal spices. In fact, many experienced cooks are barely aware that this potent little spice is used for anything except making pickles. Anyone interested in improving their health simply and naturally should know a few things about the humble celery seed and the many ways in which it can help you feel better.
8 Reasons Why Sun Exposure Is Surprisingly Beneficial

8 Reasons Why Sun Exposure Is Surprisingly Beneficial

by Maridel Villapando

Everyone knows that you need to put on sunscreen before going outside. But can there be health benefits to spending time under the sun? The UV rays emitted in sunlight can be harmful, if you aren’t careful, but they are also an essential resource your body needs to stay healthy. Here are the top eight reasons to enjoy a little sun exposure today.

 

B12 Supplementation for a Healthy Body

B12 Supplementation for a Healthy Body

by Maridel Villapando
The human body is incredible and functions synergistically with every part contributing a necessary component to the whole. Maintaining optimal health is reliant on one’s ability to combine common sense, exercise, healthy eating habits, and consistent rest to build stamina, strengthen the immune system, and protect the parts that are most crucial to overall health. Implementing vitamins, herbs, and supplements into your everyday diet and routine is an excellent way to reinforce the good inputs and keep the bad guys away.
Naturally Improve Your Sleep Five Different Ways

Naturally Improve Your Sleep Five Different Ways

by Maridel Villapando
Sleep is one of the most important activities of our daily routine. Without it, we quickly feel sick, run down, worn out, and stressed. Even though the value of sleep is obvious, many people do not get a good night’s rest. Sleep problems are incredibly common and can be experienced for all kinds of reasons. People frequently turn to habit-forming drugs to help them fall asleep at night but you should know that there are many natural ways to help you unwind and relax at the end of the day. The PurMedica blog team has collected five different strategies to help you fall asleep naturally and to get a more restful sleep.
7 Wonderful Reason to Love Blueberries

7 Wonderful Reason to Love Blueberries

by Maridel Villapando
Of the many fascinating and delicious fruits and vegetables that are native to the American continents, one of the most loved is the blueberry. This small berry is a dark indigo color and has the distinction of being one of the few naturally blue plants on the planet. Found in the wild and grown in gardens, blueberries are enjoyed year round in all kinds of baked goods and snacks as well as on top of salads and in smoothies and other beverages. Though this fruit has been prized for generations for its sweet, fresh flavor, blueberries actually have a wide range of nutritional benefits that we are only now discovering. Join PurMedica in exploring seven reasons to eat more blueberries.
10 Surprising Health Benefits of Ginger

10 Surprising Health Benefits of Ginger

by Maridel Villapando
Ginger has been used for more than 2,000 years in Eastern medicine as a method to prevent and cure diseases. Today people often add this root to foods for extra spice and flavor, but they do not always recognize the health benefits that come with it.
9 Incredible Health Benefits of Turmeric

9 Incredible Health Benefits of Turmeric

by Maridel Villapando
Turmeric, which contains a powerful bioactive compound known as curcumin, does quite a bit more than spice up our favorite dishes. At PurMEDICA, we also know that turmeric is a powerful agent against myriad different ailments, from heart disease to arthritis to gout. Here are nine of the best health benefits of Turmeric.
10 Plants For Your Indoor Health

10 Plants For Your Indoor Health

by Maridel Villapando
Plants can be a beautiful addition to your home, but they can also provide much more than mere aesthetic appeal. Certain types of plants have the ability to purify the air in your home by absorbing common toxins. Plants also release oxygen into the air, can boost your mental health with their pleasing colors, and may even provide medicinal properties in a pinch. Try out these ten plants for your indoor health.
Vitamin C: 5 Ways to Improve Your Health

Vitamin C: 5 Ways to Improve Your Health

by Maridel Villapando
The right combination of vitamins and minerals can do a lot to provide added protection to your body and strengthen the immune system. One of the more popular supplements is Vitamin C. It boasts a lengthy list of benefits and can be a promising supplement for almost anyone, including gout sufferers.
8 Extraordinary Uses for Garlic

8 Extraordinary Uses for Garlic

by Maridel Villapando
Cooking is one of the most common uses you are likely to find for garlic. It is actually a species of onion that produces a bulb with a distinct flavor. It is often used to add taste to many different types of dishes. It is also common to find garlic as an ingredient in herbal medicine. You can do much more with garlic than simply eat it or steep it in a tea, however. Here are eight extraordinary uses for garlic you probably haven’t heard about before.
9 Foods to Eat for Beautiful Skin

9 Foods to Eat for Beautiful Skin

by Maridel Villapando
Do you want healthy, beautiful, and youthful skin? You do not have to spend a fortune on expensive creams and serums that contain chemicals and harsh ingredients to achieve this. Instead, you can find results by consuming the right foods. At PurMEDICA, we recommend eating the following 9 foods to help achieve a better complexion.