Have you ever heard of microgreens? They are also known as sprouts. A microgreen is any green vegetable or herb that has edible leaves and is harvested when the first set of true leaves sprout- also known as the coteleydon growth stage. Microgreens can be grown from any herb or vegetable, but the most common are cilantro, amaranth, arugula, radish, basil, beets, broccoli and kale. There are numerous health benefits that come with consuming these sprouts. They are very high in antioxidants, they are easily digestible, and they are packed with nutrients. They also help to alkaline the body an...

What is choline? It is a B-vitamin. It plays an important part in a number of bodily functions, such as fat and cholesterol transport, energy metabolism, and more.

Today, we are going to talk about oil pulling- an ancient Ayurvedic practice that promotes oral health and detoxification of the body. It is done most commonly with coconut oil; however, you can use sesame oil as well. The main reason to oil pull is to pull harmful bacteria, fungus and other organisms out of the mouth, teeth, gums, and even throat. Also, many holistic practitioners use it for a variety of health conditions. It is believed that these oils help the flow of the lymphatic system as the harmful bacteria is removed and the beneficial bacteria has room to prosper. The way to do t...

Let's talk about dates. People have been using dates for nutritional purposes since 6000 BC. So, what makes them so great? Let’s find out:

Have you ever heard of Ayurveda? It is one of the world’s oldest medical systems. The origin of Ayurveda is based in India, more than 5000 years ago. The basic goal of Ayurvedic medicine is to prevent and treat illness by maintaining balance in the body, mind, and consciousness through proper diet and lifestyle, as well as offering herbal remedies. Because GOLO is a health & wellness company, we find this topic very interesting. We do realize however, that not everyone is into holistic medicine, but for those of you who are…read on to find out more! According to Ayurvedic beliefs, each ...

Food dyes are chemical substances that were developed to enhance the appearance of food by giving it an enhanced color. The first artificial food coloring was created in 1856 from coal tar, but today, food dyes are made from petroleum - the same component that is used to make gasoline and kerosene. Food manufacturers use these dyes to cover up the absence of natural color, offset color loss due to light/temperature/air exposure, and to make food essentially more visually pleasing. There are currently 6 food dyes that are approved by both the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the FDA...

Today’s article is going to be about the benefits of Frankincense. I know some of you are scratching your head on that one. In case you didn’t know, Frankincense comes from the Boswellia tree, which is native to the Arabian Peninsula, northeast Africa and parts of India. This substance has been harvested for thousands of years. The oil is made from the sap of this tree, and is only harvested two or three times a year, as to not damage the tree. This oil has numerous benefits to us and our bodies, such as: • It helps with the healing of cuts, scrapes or burns. • It can help reduce and fade s...

Learn about adrenal gland health including symptoms of the glands not functioning correctly, what causes these problems, what to eat, and more.

Today we are going to explore why it is crucial to have a healthy gut. The word “gut” actually refers to your stomach and intestines. We’ve all heard of antibiotics - they kill the bad bacteria that cause infections. But not everyone is aware of probiotics- which put healthy bacteria back into your gut. Luckily, a lot of foods contain these beneficial bacteria. Here are some foods that you can choose: • Yogurt- When choosing a yogurt, it is important to look for ones that say “live active cultures”- this is the bacteria that helps to crowd out the bad bugs that cause intestinal infections. ...

Nature- it is all around us. Not only is it beautiful it has been scientifically proven that being in nature can improve your overall well being and health-mental and physical. Here are some of the reasons why you should go outside today- 1. Improved short-term memory - Studies have shown that short term memory is improved by 20% just by walking in nature. 2. Stress relief - A University of Rochester study found that just looking at natural landscapes, as opposed to urban, manmade environments, can make us feel more in tune with our inner selves and can have a calming effect. 3. Reduced inf...