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Authentic Food of the Day: Walnuts!
Walnuts are one of my favorite nuts to munch on during the day! They are rich in flavor and I love their beautiful organic shapes. Originating in Persia, Walnuts are one of the oldest tree foods. The Romans referred to them as … Continue reading
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Juice Recipe of the Day: Carrot and Cabbage Juice
Do you like making your own creative juice concoctions? Have you ever juiced carrots with cabbage? Red and purple cabbage is a great source of a flavonoid called anthocyanins (this is what makes blueberries blue and red cabbage red). This flavonoid … Continue reading
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Authen-tip: It’s Better with Brown Rice
The next time you go out to eat, instead of white rice, order a bowl of brown! Brown rice contains minerals with strong anti-oxidant activity which helps us feel and act our best. It is a great source of manganese … Continue reading
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Your Daily Nutrition Nibble: Yummy Foods with Vitamin E!
Vitamin E is a fat soluble antioxidant that protects cell membranes from damage. It also protects the liver from fat soluble oxidative damage in addition to protecting nerve and muscle function. You can get vitamin E from foods such as … Continue reading
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Smoothie of the Day: Banana and Sunflower Smoothie
If you are in a hurry but need to fill up on something to eat, skip the fast-food and try this smoothie! It’s very filling and full of nutrients that will keep you energized for many hours. Sunflower seeds are … Continue reading
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Authen-tip: Foods for Improving our Moods
Did you know that our diet can actually make our moods better or worse? We really are what we eat! The next time you are feeling stressed or tired from anxiety, reach for some ginger because there is nothing like a little … Continue reading
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Daily Nutrition Nibble: Eat some Almonds!
Almonds are more than just an easy and delicious snack to take with you when you are on-the-go. They are often referred to as “the King of nuts” because of their high nutritional value. These nuts are a good source … Continue reading
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Nutrition Webisode: Margaux J Rathbun’s Favorite Healthy Snacks
In this nutrition webisode, Margaux J Rathbun, B.S., N.T.P. shares with us her favorite healthy snacks that are great alternatives to a lot of the conventional snack products found at grocery stores.
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Authentic Food of the Day: Nectarines!
Did you know that nectarines were named after the Greek god Nekter? These delicious little fruits have been adored for years because of their sweet and juicy flavor. You can eat them by themselves or include them in salads or fruit … Continue reading
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Juice of the Day: Cinnamon Ginger Pear Juice
Are you a fan of cinnamon? Do you love to eat fresh pears? Then you must give this juice a try! It is loaded with health promoting nutrients that include vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and beta-carotene. It can give … Continue reading
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