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The Golden Combo
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The Golden Combo

Why turmeric needs black pepper to actually work

Turmeric's active compound, curcumin, is notoriously hard for the body to absorb on its own. But a pinch of black pepper can increase bioavailability by up to 2,000%. That's why every turmeric shot we press has both — the science is simple, and the difference is real.

Aug 20, 2026 4 min
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Rooted in Resilience: Growing Wellness in Crown Heights

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Rooted in Resilience: How Brooklyn is Growing a Healthier Future

Discover how local community gardens and vibrant spots like Pasa Pasa are transforming Brooklyn into a hub of health, nutrition, and Caribbean-inspired vitality.

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Rooted in Resilience: Growing Wellness in Crown Heights
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Rooted in Resilience: Growing Wellness in Crown Heights

From award-winning green blocks to local food initiatives, Crown Heights is proving that wellness is a community effort. Discover how we are cultivating health, one garden and juice at a time.

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Rooted in Resilience: Brooklyn’s Growing Wellness Movement

Discover how Brooklyn neighborhoods are transforming through urban farming and nutrition initiatives. Join us as we celebrate the vibrant spirit of health and community right here in our backyard.

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Rooted in Resilience: Brooklyn’s Growing Wellness Movement

Across Crown Heights and beyond, a wave of urban farming and nutrition-focused initiatives is transforming how we nourish our bodies and our community. Discover how local roots are fueling a healthier future.

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Caribbean Bowl Guide: Acai vs. Pitaya
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Caribbean Bowl Guide: Acai vs. Pitaya

A deep dive into Pasa Pasa's two signature bowls — Acai (Amazon superfruit, antioxidant powerhouse) and Pitaya (dragon fruit, gut-healthy, stunning). Plus a comparison guide to help you choose.

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Turmeric & Ginger: Caribbean Anti-Inflammatories

Turmeric and ginger are Caribbean wellness staples — and the foundation of our Sun Love juice and Ginger Shot. Here's why these two roots work better together, and how the black pepper in Sun Love boosts turmeric absorption by 2,000%.

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Bundle & Save: Pasa Pasa Combos
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Bundle & Save: Pasa Pasa Combos

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Pasa Pasa Is Live: Launch Week Special

Pasa Pasa is officially live! Celebrate with us — buy 3 juices or smuices, get a 4th free. Cold-pressed, Caribbean-inspired, made fresh daily. Limited time only.

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The Healing Power of Soursop

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Soursop: The Caribbean Superfruit
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Soursop: The Caribbean Superfruit

Creamy, fragrant, and unlike anything else in the fruit aisle. Soursop has been a Caribbean staple for centuries — used in drinks, desserts, and traditional medicine. We break down what it is, why it matters, and how it became one of our signature juices.

Aug 15, 2026 5 min
Sea Moss: The Ocean Mineral
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Sea Moss: The Ocean Mineral

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Aug 10, 2026 6 min
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Why We Cold-Press Everything

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The Story of the Jamaican Patty

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Ginger: The Caribbean Cure-All

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