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Daily Nutrition Nibble: Eat those Olives!
Did you know that olives are actually fruits from the Olea Europaea tree? They have been enjoyed by many people, for thousands of years, all around the world. These tasty little treats are a great source of iron, vitamin E, … Continue reading
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Authentic Food of the Day: Strawberries!
Juicy and fresh strawberries are such a treat from Mother Nature. They were popular during the time of pilgrims, who described them to be “the wonder of all fruits growing naturally.” Strawberries are enjoyed raw, in salads, desserts, or in … Continue reading
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How to Make a Green Tea Smoothie with Stash Tea
Are you a tea drinker like me? Do you love to make smoothies? Combine your two passions and make this delicious green tea smoothie! To get your green tea, be sure to visit Stash Tea’s website.
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Authentic Nutrients: All about Potassium
Are you a fairly active person? Do you look forward to working out every day? If so, listen up! It’s important that you are eating a diet full of nutrient-rich foods, especially potassium. Potassium is critical for helping our muscles and … Continue reading
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Authen-tip: Nutrition Tips for Menstrual Cramps
Is it that time of the month again? Are those pesky period cramps creeping up on you? Period pain is caused when the uterine muscles spasm after dispelling the lining (endometrium). Fortunately, nutrition plays a big role in how we … Continue reading
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Authentic Food of the Day: Avocados
It makes me sad when I hear of people avoiding avocados because of their high calorie content, even though the fats found in them are beneficial ones. Although they are commonly referred to as vegetables, avocados are actually a type … Continue reading
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Smoothie of the Day: Tropical Immunity Booster
This smoothie is a delicious way to boost your immune system while giving you a natural lift of energy. It’s loaded with beta-carotene, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, and potassium. The berries are full of antioxidants to help fight those nasty free-radicals … Continue reading
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Authen-tip: Nutrition for Nausea
Feeling sick to your stomach? Did you eat something that just didn’t agree with you? Fortunately, there are some natural ways to help soothe an upset stomach. For years, ginger has been known as a powerful remedy against nausea. In fact, … Continue reading
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Authentic Food of the Day: Papaya
Deliciously sweet with a butter-like consistency, papaya is a favorite fruit for many. The vibrant color of the fruit flesh reflects the abundance of beta-carotene and beta-cryptoxathin, two carotenoids that are converted into vitamin A for powerful antioxidant protection. Papayas … Continue reading
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Juice of the Day: Healthy Heart Juice
It’s important to include nutrient-rich foods in your diet for a variety of reason, a healthy heart being one of them. Each ingredient in this juice has properties that can help support healthy blood pressure and blood vessels. It is loaded with … Continue reading
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