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WHAT’S IN THE AIR? It’s now confirmed, we are breathing micro plastics! You have no doubt heard that micro plastics are everywhere. It’s really not surprising since everyday items like clothing, food packaging, cosmetics, car tires and even toothpaste shred tiny plastic particles which find their way into our bodies. Doctors have discovered plastic in […]

Do you ever feel just “homesick”? Like the food doesn’t taste the same, or just the opposite; as soon as you take a bite of a familiar dish your worries go away and you feel as happy as a kid eating their favorite dessert? This is common, because our stomach and memories are more connected

As we celebrate World Health Day, there’s no better time to embark on a journey towards a healthier lifestyle. Carico, believes in the power of wellness, and that’s why we’re thrilled to invite you to join Carico’s Juice Challenge beginning this Monday April 8th and finishing Sunday April 14th. Whether you’re a seasoned juicer or

In 2011, bottled water became the largest beverage category in the US. Bottled water’s total volume (15.7 gallons) surpassed carbonated beverages’ all-time peak. Retail sales are growing by 11.2%.  Every person in the US drinks about 47 gallons of bottled water per year. On average, a 20-ounce bottle of water costs approximately $1.50. When translating

You know exercise is good for you long-term, but do you know how much working out today will improve your performance tomorrow? We all know that exercise is good for you. Aside from the obvious benefits to physical health, research shows that working up a sweat reduces anxiety and depression, boosts cognitive performance, and even

A recent study investigated how quickly people can bounce back from sleep deprivation. Following 10 days of sleep deprivation and 1 week of recovery sleep, most measures of cognitive performance had not yet returned to normal. The study authors conclude that catch-up sleep is not an efficient way to counteract sleep restriction. It is common

Wander down the bottled water aisle of a supermarket and you will see some products labeled as “alkaline.” Alkaline water producers make some outrageous claims about its powers, from better hydrating you to preventing cancer.  So, is alkaline water worth the price? The conclusive answer is NO!  What is pH in drinking water?  The alkalinity

When it comes to getting hydrated, what is your go-to drink? Plain water, coffee, or milk? Sports or energy drinks? What we think we should drink, and how much, are filled with half-truths, much of it from advertising. So, what does science tell us? Spoiler Alert- Pure water remains the best source of hydration for

Now that bottled water has surpassed soda as the most popular drink, bottled water producers are looking for ways to increase the prices people will pay for it. The most common way is to add something to the water so the seller can claim it has some type of superpower. The truth is, “plain” water

A recent study revealed the amazing effects of sleeping while grounded.  The results were published in the magazine EH Earthing. Individuals participated in a month-long blind study involving the effects of sleeping on a grounded pad: an equal number of them slept grounded and ungrounded. The results reveal what Carico’s customers already know: sleeping while