Unlock Natural Relief: How Organic Produce and Acupuncture Combat Chronic Pain

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Organic Produce and Acupuncture: Your Dual Arsenal Against Chronic Pain   Introduction Chronic pain can be a debilitating condition that affects every aspect of your life. While medications and surgeries are common treatments, they often come with side effects and risks. But what if there was a more holistic approach to managing chronic pain? Enter… Read more »

The 6 Most Common Bay Area Questions About Strawberries

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Are strawberries a berry? The strawberry is not, from a botanical point of view, a berry. Technically, it is an aggregate accessory fruit, meaning that the fleshy part is derived not from the plants ovaries but from the receptacle that holds the ovaries. Each apparent “seed” on the outside of the fruit is actually one… Read more »

Asparagus; A Perennial Flowering Plant.

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Give Us the Details, Please Asparagus, otherwise known as the folk name Sparrow Grass (1). This deep pistachio green stalk is a perennial flowering plant species in the genus asparagus (2). “Crowns” are planted in winter, and the first shoots appear in spring ready to harvest and enjoy (1). Tender at the tip and slightly… Read more »

Navel Oranges; A Balanced Level of Sweet, Tangy, and Tart

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Give us the details please This marvelous citrus is available winter through spring. It’s medium to large sized. The shape is slightly oval with a “navel” or circular hole on the blossom stem end (1). The medium thick rind matures from green to bright orange and is smooth with a pebbled texture due to many… Read more »

Oyster Mushrooms: Versatile, Healthy, Delicious!

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Oyster mushrooms have grown wild since ancient times in places like Europe, North America, and Asia. It wasn’t until the 1940’s when they were first commercially cultivated. Today Oyster Mushrooms are available all year-round, with a peak season in the late summer through fall (1). Their caps are broad and fan-like, ranging in color from… Read more »

How to Boost Your Mood With Food

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Most of us understand that the foods we eat have a direct impact on our physical health and well-being. But, did you know that the foods you eat can also affect your mental health? The relationship between food and mental health becomes obvious when you step back and consider how much our moods guide our… Read more »

Take the Next Step in Your Corporate Wellness Program: Host a Health and Wellness Fair

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Many companies have implemented a company-wide wellness program already and the trend is growing. Are you a Bay Area business thinking about hosting a Health and Wellness Fair for your employees? Which vendors should you invite? What are the benefits to your employees and to your company? To learn more read on or contact Golden… Read more »

The Benefits Of Organic Food For Consumers With Disabilities

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  Could organic food provide benefits for people with a disability?  There must be something pretty special about this type of food as its popularity continues to rise with worldwide sales of organic food reaching a staggering US$90 billion in 2016 as recorded by Statista.  It is thought organic produce may protect against some disabilities. … Read more »