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Garcinia cambogia is a very popular pumpkin-shaped fruit native to warm climates such as west and central Africa, India, and Indonesia. It is also referred to as garcinia gummi-gutta – its new scientific name — and Malabar tamarind. However, garcinia cambogia remains the most commonly-used name throughout the world even though this is a former scientific […]

Probiotic Pearls are a probiotic supplement containing two strains of beneficial bacteria: Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium longum. They are called “pearls” because of their small size and round shape. The manufacturer’s claims regarding what these little gems can do are quite reasonable. The packaging states that they offer “daily protection against occasional gas, bloating, and

It is no secret that most people are not eating sufficient quantities of vegetables. Most experts recommend that the average adult consume about 3 cups of vegetables daily. Also, many don’t know this, but one cup of raw leafy greens only counts as half a cup in daily intake terms. The point is that with

If you want to be healthy, you should include vitamin supplements in your daily diet. However, consuming the right mix and amount of vitamins can be quite a challenge. Although there are plenty of options on the market, there aren’t many choices when it comes to high-quality supplements. Luckily, the Vitamin Packs brand does its

Onnit is a fairly new brand in the very saturated, competitive world of health supplements. Despite only having been founded in 2010, Onnit has quickly become a highly respected supplement brand, primarily targeting those interested in improving their body and brain. Onnit produces supplements known as nootropics (supplements to improve mental function) as well as

Picture this situation: you go out for a nice refreshing run thinking that it will be no sweat but instead you find yourself feeling exhausted. Your lungs feel like they are burning and your legs become numb while you lose the ability to carry on. Those of you who love running know exactly what I

For quite a long time now the typical American diet has limited sources of saturated fat and villainized fat in general. The standard American diet has failed its people, with obesity and health problems continue to rise despite actions being taken to limit calorie consumption, reduce sugar intake, and increase exercise. What is interesting to

When you hear the word ‘turmeric’ you probably think of its fragrant aroma and delightful taste of delicious cuisines such as curry. But turmeric is more than an ordinary spice that fires up your nostrils and your taste buds. It also has many research-backed health benefits that most people remain unaware of. In this article,

Potassium is one of the most important minerals in the body and essential for overall health of cells, tissues and organs. Aside from being a mineral, potassium is also an electrolyte and works hand in hand with many other important minerals like magnesium, sodium and calcium. In fact, if your potassium levels are too high

As the population becomes more educated on the role that our gut health plays in our lives, influencing everything from our mental health to our body composition, maintaining optimum gut health has become a priority in many people’s lives. So it’s no surprise then that probiotic supplements are more popular than ever. For those not in the know,