Author Archive
Ways to Praise: National Employee Appreciation Day
Wellness
Mar 03, 2016
When we think of appreciation, we’re usually reminded of showing gratitude to people close to us – friends, family, that special someone. It’s rare that the show of thanks extends beyond the realm of intimate social circles to include the often-jarring term, colleague. But, in fact, National Employee Appreciation Day is often
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Allergeez Louise! Taming Spring Allergies
Wellness
Mar 02, 2016
Among my colleagues and me, our allergies and allergy triggers are so diverse that we have enough symptoms to last us all throughout the year. But there’s no denying that flare-ups become much worse when the weather gets warmer and the familiar pollen swirls around us with flowers in bloom. In our
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To (Public) Sleep or Not to Sleep
Wellness
Feb 26, 2016
February 28 is National Sleeping Day, and since we can’t sleep in public while we work, we nonetheless wanted to take this opportunity to reflect on the importance of napping and the fact that more and more companies are embracing employee nap rooms as part of their wellness initiatives. With a staggering number
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Did You Know? It’s a Leap Year
Wellness
Feb 26, 2016
It happens once every four years. And no, we’re not talking about the presidential election. It’s the seemingly whimsical addition of one more day in February that puts that extra pep in our step! 2016 is a Leap Year, and if you wore born on February 29th, which is known as Leap Day,
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Cooked: The History and Impact of Tradition on Our Lives
Book Review, Wellness
Feb 24, 2016
It’s no secret that we love Michael Pollan—his call for a more eco-conscious, sustainable, and garden-friendly society is so resonant that it makes him a standout author for us. And his books have been nothing short of revelatory in our circles, pushing us to closely examine our daily eating habits, tics, and preferences. So
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Celebrating Black History Month: Modern Health and Fitness Pioneers
Wellness
Feb 22, 2016
Miami, home to our company’s headquarters, is one of the most culturally rich cities in the country. It possesses a kind of international vibrancy that’s unparalleled, consistently placing the city in the ranks as one of the most diverse, thriving, and exciting places to live. It also has one of the highest numbers
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DIY Experience: Ancient Aztec Beauty Clay Mask
Wellness
Feb 11, 2016
Quick! Think of a beauty product in recent months that changed your life…or at least transformed your face. In case you’re still struggling, here’s a hint: It’s something so hot that your social feeds are inundated with videos of it. Still struggling to guess? Well, let’s peel off the façade for the
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Fall in Love With These Valentine’s Gift Ideas
Many view Valentine’s Day as the ultimate commercial holiday manufactured by greeting card companies. And while gifts, cards, and flowers certainly make up the bulk of the celebration, the history of the holiday can be traced back to the ancient Roman festival celebrating fertility. From inexpensive to downright luxurious, there are many
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What We’re Reading, Consuming, and Seeing
Book Review, Food, Wellness
Jan 26, 2016
At PureFormulas headquarters, we love to read. So it’s only natural that our excitement for the written word is heightened during National Book Month! Instead of focusing on just one book this month, here’s a sampling of what we’ve read that’s transformed, inspired, or simply made us fall in love with a
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The Apple of My Eye Health
Wellness
Jan 25, 2016
Eyesight is arguably one of our richest and most complex senses, and yet, we often neglect it despite the fact that there’s a lot that can be done to boost and protect its health long before our vision begins to decline. As someone who’s been relegated to the realm of corrective lenses since
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