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The Many Benefits Of Vitamin C

By Adrian Oaks / January 16, 2016

Share0 Pin0 The term “vitamin C” is actually a bit misleading in today’s media and marketing drenched world. Vitamin C is actually the name of a group of nutrient vitamers that includes compounds such as calcium ascorbate, sodium ascorbate, and absorbic acid. When you hear the term “vitamin C” then there is a high likelihood […]

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Why You Should Be Taking Kelp

By Adrian Oaks / January 16, 2016

Share0 Pin0 Kelp is a species of sea algae that often grows in large forests in the shallower parts of the ocean. Over 20 million years old, these plants have been a vital source of food and medicine to many different communities throughout the ages. In ancient Rome a common practice was to use kelp […]

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Spirulina & Chlorella

By Adrian Oaks / January 15, 2016

Share0 Pin0 Spirulina and chlorella are fresh water algae that are almost invisible to the naked eye. These micro algae are present in fresh water and have been around for at least 2 billion years. They come from a species of beneficial bacteria known as Arthrospira. A single athrospira is the size of 1 white […]

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Whats So Super About Superfoods?

By Adrian Oaks / January 15, 2016

Share0 Pin0 ‎The term “superfoods” is a label used for certain foods that can promote health and resistance to certain diseases. Although it is a term used extensively in the health and wellness fields, it is not an actual scientific term. It was created in the early 90’s as a marketing term and has become […]