Getting to Know Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha: An Amazing Adaptogen

The world’s great holistic health systems incorporate many elements, including acupuncture, massage, exercise forms, meditation, and careful attention to diet. However, herbs are also a major factor, because they contain unique phytochemicals, each of which supports vital body functions. The goal of these herbs is to promote balance between body, mind, and soul. One of the most amazing of these herbs is Ashwagandha.

What is Adrenal Fatigue?

What is Adrenal Fatigue?

Have you ever felt consistently stressed out? Sadly, chronic stress is a common side effect of being human in the modern world. But as ordinary as it may seem, chronic stress isn’t exactly natural. When you feel stressed on a more-or-less regular basis, real health issues begin to emerge.

MYcoMune™ Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

MYcoMune™ Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

This luscious-tasting yet healthier-than-normal version of a classic appetizer – the Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip – would be the perfect addition to any holiday feast. It is low-fat, low-calorie, and gluten-free - just remember to pair it with gluten-free dippers like veggies, tortilla chips, or your favorite gluten-free crackers!
5 Tips for Healthy Eating this Holiday Season

5 Tips for Healthy Eating this Holiday Season

The holidays are a wonderful time full of family, friends, warmth, and cheer. It’s also a time when most of us indulge in rich and flavorful foods and probably pack on a pound or two. Sadly, for those trying to avoid those extra pounds, holidays can bring dread, resentment, and guilt. Don’t let the holidays become an emotional affair with food – we’re here to help.

9 Signs You Might Have A Vitamin C Deficiency

9 Signs You Might Have A Vitamin C Deficiency

When you think of the cold and flu season, you probably think about making sure you get enough vitamin C daily. But, did you know that vitamin C is more than an immune factor? It’s vital for every aspect of health!
Getting to Know BrainEssence™

Getting to Know BrainEssence™

Much of what we call “age-related brain decline” is the accumulated damage done by poor diet, extreme stress, lack of exercise, and poor sleeping patterns. While such decline becomes most apparent after age 50, your mental peak occurs at about 30. This is why good brain nutrition can be beneficial to all ages.
The Road to Restful Sleep

The Road to Restful Sleep

Depending on who you are, you might look comfortably forward to bedtime, or dread it. Sleep is a great thing when it comes easily and lasts through the night, but not so much if you have trouble getting or staying there. So, why do we sleep? Because that’s when you heal and when your mind and body recharge. Without regular rest, your brain cannot function efficiently, and if your brain’s not working, neither can anything else.

Getting to Know Andrographis

Getting to Know Andrographis

It’s been almost two years since the outbreak of COVID-19 began. And since it still looms over the health of billions, many are searching for natural ways to improve their health and boost their immune system. So, it should come as no surprise that Eastern cultures have looked to traditional medicines for answers. One of those answers lies in the herb, Andrographis.
Maitake Pumpkin Spice Muffins with Dark Chocolate Chips

Maitake Pumpkin Spice Muffins with Dark Chocolate Chips

Pumpkin spice recipes are certainly a fall trend that we could not pass up, but of course we wanted to put our very own Pure Essence spin on it. We thought, “Wouldn’t it be nice if some of our favorite seasonal treats weren’t so bad for our health?” And then we came up with a solution that we just had to share with you!
The Importance of Breast Health Awareness

The Importance of Breast Health Awareness

October is “Breast Cancer Awareness Month,” which was established to remind you to check in on your breast health. After all, your best tool for preventing or detecting problems when they’re easiest to treat is familiarity with your own breasts.

Women & Hormonal Health

Women & Hormonal Health

When women look to better their health, not only are they doing it for themselves, but to nurture generations to come. Women’s health encompasses more than general mental and physical health – women must also look at hormonal health.

A Beginner’s Guide to Allergies

A Beginner’s Guide to Allergies

Have you ever stopped to think about your allergies? Not everyone experiences allergies the same way because allergic reactions are the result of a chain reaction from your immune system. Thousands of things, of course, can be allergens. But how do you, or did you, get allergies in the first place? And what can you do to help manage them?