Nutrition

As a naturally occurring mineral that is found in large quantities in the environment, we acquire phosphorus primarily from phosphorus-rich foods, but also in small amounts from the water we drink. In the body, about 85 ...

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Nutrient-rich, versatile and jam-packed with health benefits, the black currant may not be well-known around the world, but it should be. With emerging evidence showing that the black currant possesses antioxidant, antibacterial and antiviral properties and ...

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For thousands of years, there have been traditional foods like fermented vegetables and cultured dairy that have been touted for their health benefits, but one common healing food that is now being recognized for its ...

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Ashwagandha (aka Somnifera dunal) is an adaptogenic herb that's popular in Ayurvedic medicine. It has been used for more than 2,500 years. It's actually the most commonly used and extensively researched adaptogen herb. Ashwagandha is valued ...

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In the world of probiotic (or cultured) dairy products, there are two main foods to choose from: kefir vs. yogurt. So which is better? Both kefir and yogurt are made by fermenting milk, which results in ...

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Throughout this recent pandemic, we’ve all seen grocery shoppers loading their carts with processed foods. But while boxes of macaroni and cheese fly off the shelves, the produce department remains fully stocked, and I haven’t ...

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Studies have shown that women’s nutrient intake is highly dependent on not only their diets, but factors like their economic status, social and cultural environment, personal habits, age, level of activity and genetics. Experts believe ...

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Watermelon is considered a summertime staple, popping up at pool parties and summer barbecues all season long. While it’s well-known for its ability to keep you cool and hydrated, there are tons of other health perks ...

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Nasturtium is a herbaceous plant that has been used in traditional medicine practices in places such as South America since at least the 1500s. What is nasturtium good for? Traditional uses of these plants included making ...

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Tabbed as an “it” health food of the 21st century, kefir is a probiotic drink that contains many bioactive compounds, including up to 30 different strains of "good guy" bacteria. These probiotics, such as lactic acid bacteria, ...

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