Dried plums – go plum crazy over this powerful fruit
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Sweet, delicious, and nutritious, dried plums really are the whole package. You may think the only thing dried plums are good for are keeping us regular.
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HEALTHY FOOD
Top probiotic beverages boosting belly health
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The term “probiotic” has been a buzz word for a while reminding us of the busy ecosystem of bacteria occupying space in our gut.
Read MoreDe-stressing Starts with Your Diet
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It is well documented, the negative effects stress has on your body, but what if exercise, vacations, relaxation techniques or taking breaks isn’t enough?
Read MoreAsparagus – the king of vegetables
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This tender perennial stem vegetable belonging to the Asparagaceae family, was considered a prize delicacy by the ancient Greeks and Romans.
Read MoreKnow Your Carbs!
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Carbohydrates. You love 'em. You hate 'em. They make the sugar that gives us energy. They make the sugar that piles on the pounds.
Read MoreDoes Eating White Rice Lead to Diabetes?
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A study from Harvard School of Public Health found that those who ate the most rice were more than 1.5 times as likely to have diabetes as those who ate the least amount of rice.
Read MoreSneaky ways to reduce sodium in your diet
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The average American consumes about 3,400 milligrams of sodium a day when we really should be keeping the amount between 1,500 to 2,300 milligrams of day.
Read MoreBlack raspberries - a new superfood on the horizon
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Black raspberries, also known as “blackcaps” grown in central Europe and parts of the United States, have often been overshadowed by red raspberries and blackberries.
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Apple Cider Vinegar: Folk Remedy, or Super Food?
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Is there really some benefit to be gained from drinking apple cider vinegar?
Read MoreWhy boredom may be making you crave unhealthy foods
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Let’s see – if you’re feeling bored which food are you more likely to choose, chips or carrot sticks?
Read MoreLet lentils lead you to good health
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One on the oldest known sources of food dating back over 9,000 years ago and still in demand today are lentils.
Read MoreHealthy snacks perfect for home or office
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It’s the eternal quest – the perfect snack that is healthy, convenient and best of all, tastes great. Throughout the day, snacks are animportant addition to our regular meals.
Read MoreBefore going on a raw food diet.........
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How does eating all your foods raw sound to you? This includes eating eggs and even meat totally uncooked.
Read MoreWhat is lycopene and how does it affect health?
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Lycopene is present in all red fruits and vegetables, but its concentrations are highest in tomatoes.
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Why that extra cup of coffee is good for your gut
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Coffee provides many health advantages from giving us an energy boost to lowering the risk of liver disease.
Read MoreWhich Milk is Best For You?
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There's a variety of milk available nowadays so it can be difficult to decipher which is the best choice for you.
Read MorePotato Wars: Red vs. White
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Not all spuds are created equally, however. Although there are about 5,000 botanical varieties of potato grown worldwide, we can divide them into white and red varieties based upon overall skin color.
Read MoreWhy colorful fruits and veggies may reduce risk of breast cancer
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Filling your grocery cart with a wide variety of colorful fruits and veggies is a smart move we all should be doing.
Read MoreWhich to buy: skim, 2%, or whole milk?
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If you find yourself standing in the dairy aisle at the grocery store wondering “I have no idea which milk to buy – skim, 2%, or whole,” you are not alone.
Read MoreProtect Yourself From Food-Poisoning When Dining Out
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Data from the CDC shows that there are approximately 500 foodborne illness outbreaks in restaurants and delis, affecting thousands of people this past year.
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