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Our blog reflect a holistic approach to health for the whole family. We share recipes, ideas and stories of healthy lifestyles, fitness and food.
Flora has made premium herbal products since 1965, and our roots stretch back to the world's first health food store in Germany in the early 1900s. Flora remains dedicated to making herbal remedies with maximum purity, quality and potency.
2019-01-17 12:00
Iron deficiency is the leading cause of female fatigue. It’s the world’s most common nutrient deficiency.
These four things make it hard to absorb iron. Do you recognize some… Read More
2019-01-15 12:00
This time of year, it seems no matter where you go—grocery stores, elevators, public transportation—someone is sneezing or coughing. Not to mention preschool pickup! Did that kid… Read More
2019-01-14 12:00
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Gluten-Free French Toast… Read More
2019-01-14 12:00
In my first three years of ultrarunning, I learned many valuable lessons about the importance of keeping my training sustainable. Not only can an individual over-race, over-train, and not re… Read More
2019-01-12 12:00
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Fasting Mimicking Spice Tea… Read More
2019-01-11 12:00
This recipe for turkey meatloaf, featuring sacha inchi oil, is an excellent meal for a winter cleanse… Read More
2019-01-10 12:00
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Chocolate Smoothie… Read More
2019-01-09 12:00
A cleanse is a wonderful opportunity to practice supporting yourself.
Instead of seeing it simply as maintenance—or worse yet, as a kind of penalty for having enjoyed life—do… Read More
2019-01-09 12:00
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Wild Salmon & Stir Fried Vegetables… Read More
2019-01-08 12:00
We are loving this DIY pickled ginger.
It’s a no-fuss, no-cook, easy-peasy pickle.
Pickled ginger, often called sushi ginger, is a warming and versatile complement to a variety of dish… Read More
2019-01-08 12:00
Are you feeling rundown—even after having some downtime over the holidays? Do your legs feel “heavy,” or are you feeling a bit out of breath? If so, you may be dealing with… Read More
2019-01-08 12:00
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Kale Salad with Grass-Fed Beef… Read More
2019-01-07 12:00
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Butternut Squash Soup… Read More
2019-01-06 12:00
Mmm is for muhammara! It may even be better than hummus.
Traditionally, smoky
roasted red peppers—the version from Aleppo uses the region’s distintive spicy peppers—are… Read More
2019-01-05 12:00
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Quinoa with Corn & Peppers… Read More
2019-01-04 12:00
Like a mix-and-match minestrone, this soup covers the liver’s nutritional needs for cleansing. The ingredients can take a bit of effort to gather, chop and cook, or it can be simple. B… Read More
2019-01-03 22:00
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Paleo Snickerdoodles… Read More
2019-01-03 12:00
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Pumpkin Hummus… Read More
2018-12-31 22:00
Rosemary Bee(t)’s Knees with Pink Aquafaba Foam
Ingredients
1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup water 2 small or 1 large sprig of fresh rosemar2 ounces gin3/4 ounces rosemary honey syrup1 ounc… Read More
2018-12-31 12:00
Better Living created three refreshing drink recipes featuring Flora Apple Cider Vinegar, one for each unique blend.
Hot Detox Chai Tea
Ingredients
1 bag Flora Rooibos Ch… Read More
2018-12-24 12:00
Something amazing happens when you add beet crystals to hot cacao. Examining the nutrient profile of this recipe suggests beet crystals and chocolate are a natural duo.
Salus Red Beet Crysta… Read More
2018-12-20 12:00
High-Protein Eggnog Latte
1 ½ cups hot brewed Flora Rooibos Chai made with 2 bags
3 tbsp vanilla or chai flavored protein powder
2 tbsp coconut cream or heavy cream
1/2 tsp … Read More
2018-12-19 12:00
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Keto Sugar Cookies with DF Peppermint Cream Che… Read More
2018-12-18 12:00
From culinary and omega oils to probiotics, teas, and detoxes, we’re helping you give the gift of health to those who mean the most to you this holiday season. And maybe a little self… Read More
2018-12-17 12:00
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Pomegranate Lemon Cardamom Cheesecake with Cinn… Read More
2018-12-11 12:00
Our apple cider vinegar isn’t like the others.
Flora’s Apple Cider Vinegar Wellness Shots and Drinks combine our ACV with traditionally detoxifying, freshly ground herbs. Burdock… Read More
2018-12-04 12:00
Almost every variation of pesto recipe known to man utilizes olive oil as the base of a pesto sauce. And while I get it—it’s a savory oil with a distinct taste and high antioxida… Read More
2018-12-04 12:00
Winter winds and indoor heaters are drying and damaging; dry skin worsens in winter. But even if chapped red hands and cracked heels are common for others in your climate or job, you don&rsq&hell…Read More
2018-12-01 20:12
Cleanses and detoxes are both celebrated and vilified. Part of the problem is that a lot of different products and practices and health goals get lumped under this umbrella of “cleansi… Read More
2018-11-27 12:00
Flora would not be complete without our herbal teas.
It’s in our DNA as a company—it’s in our name even! Our herbal healing teas are sourced from around the world and from… Read More
2018-11-26 12:00
There are some sneaky veggies these brownies, which I find beyond delicious! Bulking this recipe up nutritionally is baked sweet potato. While I love sweet potato in this recipe purely for i… Read More
2018-11-21 12:00
These cheesecake bites have a conversation-starting WOW factor great for a holiday potluck:
On-trend color
Immune-boosting elderberry
Everybody loves cheesecake!
I love the addition of… Read More
2018-11-20 12:00
In today’s world, digestive problems are super common. Whether it’s indigestion, heartburn, or occasional constipation, an estimated 60-70 million Americans have some kind of dig… Read More
2018-11-13 12:00
Digestive enzymes seem pretty straightforward. They’re enzymes, and they help your digestion. End of story, right? Not so fast. Since all your other bodily systems depend on your diges… Read More
2018-11-08 12:00
Pumpkin has long had a health halo around it and gets tons of attention in the fall with both Halloween and Thanksgiving—and certain spiced drinks which shall remain nameless—but… Read More
2018-10-30 11:00
Trick or treat? Why choose when you can have both! Trick your taste buds with these haunted Halloween marshmallow monsters combined with Flora’s fermented greens. They’re a scary… Read More
2018-10-25 11:00
These spooky gummies are a fun way for your kids to get their vitamins this Halloween. The recipe can easily be adjusted so you can use any mold you want!… Read More
2018-10-23 11:00
We all know that vitamin C is the poster child immune booster. But there’s something else you should actually be grabbing when you feel that pesky cold coming on: probiotics. Why?… Read More
2018-10-16 11:00
Something about fall just calls for baking. This season get festive and stay healthy thanks to one ingredient: Flora’s Turmeric & Cinnamon Apple Cider Vinegar (US/CA).
Taken as a s… Read More
2018-10-11 11:00
This dish is a light and bright take on slaw. Taking advantage of all kinds of flavors, it’s sweet, tangy and juicy. Our fall slaw features autumn apples fresh from the Pacific Northwe… Read More
2018-10-09 11:00
If fall were a flavor, it would undoubtedly be pumpkin spice.
Keep your kitchen festive and healthy this year by incorporating pumpkin spice in a new way: cooking with pumpkin seed oil! Rich… Read More
2018-10-02 16:24
Elderberry has become super popular lately. Bottles of elderberry capsules line the health food store shelves, crafty moms are blogging about how to make your own elderberry syrup, and chefs… Read More
2018-10-02 11:00
Nothing spoils holiday travels like feeling under the weather. Being hit with an immune challenge can make you want to crawl into bed while everyone else is lighting the menorah or trimming… Read More
2018-09-27 11:00
Why are more and more of us experiencing an imbalance in gut bacteria?
The answer is complicated and very unique to the individual, but there are factors that contribute to a decreased micro… Read More
2018-09-25 11:00
Iron deficiency is more common than you think.
We all seem to have accepted that tired is the new normal. It’s easy to write off persistent fatigue as the inevitable result of a busy… Read More
2018-09-18 11:00
The change in seasons often inspires us to make a new start. What better way to start fresh than to do a cleanse? Some people are turned off by the idea of cleansing because it seems too ext… Read More
2018-09-11 17:20
It’s that time of the year again! Our immune-boosting, organic Elderberry Crystals (US/CA) can keep you and your family from getting sick before it starts.*
Between work and family dut… Read More
2018-09-04 11:00
For millennia, people have been using liquid preparations of herbal roots, leaves, and flowers to drink themselves healthy.
With good reason: liquid tonics are quick to act, easy to assimila… Read More
2018-08-28 11:00
Your kids are constantly growing.
Make sure your kids’ brains get what they need to keep them on their “A-game” and grow into their best, healthiest selves with Flora&rsquo&hell…Read More
2018-08-23 11:00
Summer is my favorite time of the year because I LOVE working out outdoors. I love the ease of throwing together a big power bowl after a workout – powered by Flora Omega Sport+! The n… Read More
2018-08-21 11:00
It’s almost time for back to school!
Keeping your kids healthy doesn’t just mean keeping them from schoolyard colds. It also means helping their bones and brains grow healthy and… Read More
2018-08-16 11:00
While we all enjoy a nice healthy salad or fruit-packed smoothie as much as the next person, let’s be real for a second. Finding something that tastes really good and still manages to… Read More
2018-08-14 11:00
BBQs are synonymous with summer, from the beach to the backyard. While your friends & family might love a day of grilling burgers, your belly might not feel the same. Don’t worry… Read More
2018-08-09 11:00
Apple cider vinegar is the new “it” drink. Everyone from health bloggers to women’s magazines to Dr. Oz is raving about this buzzworthy health tonic. Even top celebs like a… Read More
2018-08-07 11:00
Salad is healthy, right?
Not always. While a pile of lettuce and vegetables can be just what the doctor ordered, an unhealthy salad dressing can undo all the good you’re doing for your… Read More
2018-08-02 11:00
Are you feeling fancy? This Meyer Lemon Panna Cotta is the perfect way to impress when it comes to dessert. While panna cotta might sound complicated, we’ll let you in on a little secr… Read More
2018-07-31 11:00
We’re going to say it: whoever invented the smoothie is basically a genius, right?
These yummy blends are the perfect healthy breakfast on the go, a liquefied lunchtime checklist of vi… Read More
2018-07-26 11:00
Celebrating a blood sugar friendly, digestion aiding cocktail for the weekend! This one is perfect for sweltering summer evenings after a big meal. It incorporates Flora Swedish Bitters &hell…Read More
2018-07-25 19:03
Flora Inc. is pleased to announce that living a healthy life might just win you a Tesla, thanks to the Win Thomas’ Tesla Sweepstakes (US/CA) presented by Flora, running now until… Read More
2018-07-24 11:00
Summer is that time of the year we spend vacationing and indulging, which doesn’t always mean we’re living our healthiest lives. Get back to that life of balance and detox some o… Read More
2018-07-19 11:00
If you’ve never tried Gandalf Organic Chlorella (CA), I’m giving you two very good reasons to do so now!
Number one, it covers so many of the bases when it comes to gentle detoxi… Read More
2018-07-17 18:10
Are you calcium or magnesium deficient? These vital minerals are the building blocks of keeping your muscles and bones healthy and strong. Go traditional and strengthen the liquid way for a… Read More
2018-07-15 13:00
I recently listened to a podcast that featured Dr. Matthew Walker, Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, whose work I’ve been followi… Read More
2018-07-10 16:03
Tablets and chewable vitamins often exit the body undigested, providing little benefit. Instead, soak up vitamins with our natural & traditional Epresat liquid multivitamin formula, perf… Read More
2018-07-05 11:00
I recently enjoyed a farm-to-table meal in the Malibu hills. We nibbled garden-fresh veggies and berries straight from the bush. After all, what’s a bit of dirt?
A lot, apparently. A h… Read More
2018-07-03 11:00
Our natural iron supplement has got it going on.
In fact, Floradix (US/CA) is the best-selling natural liquid iron supplement in North America. It helps fight iron deficiency by promoting th… Read More
2018-06-30 11:00
Oh, the dreaded yeast infection. If you’re one of the 75 percent of women who have had one, you know exactly what I’m talking about.
And what’s worse than one yeast infecti… Read More
2018-06-28 11:00
You’ve had it happen: your child comes to you complaining about a tummy ache. You want to turn their frown upside-down fast—ideally with a natural remedy—but it&rsquo&hell…Read More
2018-06-26 17:20
We love oils at Flora (hello, omegas!), but it’s not all about the ones you ingest. The oils you use topically can radically change your life, too. In fact, there are some pretty unexp… Read More
2018-06-23 11:00
Have fun plans this summer?
If you’re like most, your summer is jam-packed with social events, outdoor activities, and vacation getaways.
With all that going on, it’s a real prob… Read More
2018-06-21 11:00
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2018-06-19 11:00
Whether you’re the chef in your family or you just really enjoy a homecooked meal, our line of premium organic culinary oils will bring out your inner foodie. Simply drizzle over soups… Read More
2018-06-18 13:00
Digestive issues can be a real vacation spoiler.
You’re right in the middle of having a great time and it hits you… that rumble or cramp warning you to get to a bathroom pronto… Read More
2018-06-14 11:00
The flavors of red beet crystals and chocolate collide in this delicious cupcake recipe.
A moist and chocolatey vegan chocolate is topped with a fresh and creamy red beet whipped cream light… Read More
2018-06-12 11:00
From catching a bug en route to your dream destination to indulging in some unsettling local eats or the unhealthy airport snacks along the way, there are all sorts of ways your summer trave… Read More
2018-06-05 11:00
Ah, summer! That time of the year when adventure calls your name. Whether you’re jetting off to explore France or backyard-exploring with the kids, we’ve got your summer excursio… Read More
2018-06-04 11:00
I’m noticing my skin more and more as each year passes. My eyes look puffier after a not-so-great night of sleep. My wrinkles get a little more noticeable after a second glass of wine… Read More
2018-05-31 18:00
I read an article recently titled “8 Things that Prove that You’re Basic.” One of them was using the hashtag #RoséAllDay.
Well, I guess that makes me pretty darn ba… Read More
2018-05-24 11:00
The weather’s warm now and you’re ready for summertime adventures, whether that’s scaling a mountain with your climbing buddy or the play structure of your local playground… Read More
2018-05-22 11:00
Get a natural, plant-based energy boost with Salus’ Floradix (US/CA) and Floravital (US) / Floravit (CA) liquid iron supplement and say goodbye to the sluggish you. You’ve got th… Read More
2018-05-19 11:00
You’re almost there, only a few months to go!
You’ve made it through the nausea of the first trimester and, hopefully, you’ve had some relief recently…but now you… Read More
2018-05-17 11:00
If you run, bike, lift, or play a sport, chances are you’ve heard the buzz about beets. Everyone and their mom is juicing them to enhance their athletic performance. In fact, this ruby… Read More
2018-05-15 11:00
Are you calcium or magnesium deficient? That could be what your muscles are missing.
Put your best and strongest foot forward and go the liquid route for calcium (US) and magnesium (US/CA) s… Read More
2018-05-12 11:00
It happened! You’ve got that positive pregnancy test in your hand and you’re about to embark on an amazing new journey.
But it’s not always all rainbows and unicorns. You m… Read More
2018-05-10 11:00
Chances are, like most of society in the 21st century, you’re simply too busy. Finding time for the things that need to get done is hard to do, let alone your own personal time. If you… Read More
2018-05-06 11:00
Are you thinking about starting or expanding your family? Congratulations! That big decision deserves some celebration!
The weeks or months between now and when you have a positive pregnancy… Read More
2018-05-03 11:00
We know we don’t have to convince you of the health benefits of exercise.
You already know it strengthens your bones, muscles, and heart—and boosts your mood and brain to boot. B… Read More
2018-05-01 11:00
Spring has sprung and summer travel plans are calling.
The open road beckons. Exotic destinations, new experiences, new foods, new…digestive challenges?
Don’t let digestive issu… Read More
2018-04-24 11:00
With less than a week left in April, we’re ready to officially ring in springtime—even if the weather doesn’t quite agree with us.
Nothing says spring like the tang of rhub… Read More
2018-04-22 11:00
Earth Day is a time to celebrate our connectedness with the planet.
It is the ideal time to embrace a holistic view of health, one that encompasses the health of all our world’s specie… Read More
2018-04-19 11:00
Last week I asked babe what he thought of my double chocolate chunk muffins.
He said “They’re good… I don’t taste the beets though.” There’s no pleasing… Read More
2018-04-17 11:00
Flora’s Super 8 Probiotic was formulated to address yeast and “bad” bacteria overgrowth. With 8 strains of probiotic goodness and 42 billion cells of yeast-balancing genius… Read More
2018-04-10 16:16
Topical solutions letting you down? No surprise there. The most effective ways to make your body look its best are from the inside out.
Give yourself strong nails, flowing locks, and flawles… Read More
2018-04-05 11:00
Do your legs feel heavy after a day on your feet… or maybe after just an hour or two? If the throbbing and cramping in your legs wasn’t enough, do they also have to be annoyingl… Read More
2018-04-03 22:55
The heaviness, swelling, and knotted appearance of varicose veins can be a source of physical and emotional discomfort for those who are afflicted. Thankfully, there is hope for relief, natu… Read More
2018-03-29 11:00
Packed full of antioxidants from the goodness of red beets, this simple sparkling drink is a great way to replenish vitamins post-workout or before a night out!
Whether you’re in charg… Read More
2018-03-27 11:00
It’s blood orange season!
And while all our citrusy friends are known for being high in vitamin C and antioxidants—perfect for keeping your immune system strong on these cold ear… Read More
2018-03-25 11:00
Here’s a quick recipe you can whip up in about 30 minutes!
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2018-03-22 11:00
I love spring, the first blades of grass and new buds on the trees. But I haven’t always been a spring lover.
A few years ago, those first signs of spring were met with a different res… Read More
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