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Authent-tip: Become an Antioxidant Powerhouse!
Every day, we are bombarded with harmful free radicals that can negatively impact our health. Antioxidants combat these free radicals and help to keep us strong, healthy, and energized! That’s why it is so important to eat foods that contain antioxidants … Continue reading
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Authentic Food of the Day: Brussels Sprouts
Many people have a love/hate relationship with Brussels sprouts because of their strong flavor. In fact, they were not widely used until the early 20th century. Brussels sprouts are a member of the cruciferous family of vegetables that includes cauliflower, kale, … Continue reading
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Recipe: Authentic Ginger Brew (a Tasty Tea)
Many of you know that I love to add ginger to everything. In Ayurvedic (Indian) medicine, ginger is considered a universal remedy. In America, it is commonly known that ginger helps aid in the soothing of a tummy ache. Ginger has … Continue reading
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Authen-tip: Nutrition for Improving Circulation
Do you feel cold and worn out all the time? Looking to improve your circulation? Try adding some foods rich in omega-3 to your diet, such as chia seeds, wild-caught salmon, flax seeds, raw nuts, and sardines. Vitamin C helps to … Continue reading
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Your Daily Nutrition Nibble: Boost your Brain Power
Boost your brain power with nutrition! The brain thrives on essential fatty acids, antioxidants, zinc, B vitamins, and good protein. Be sure you are including plenty of avocados, spinach, barley, amaranth, nuts, and seeds in your diet. You can also … Continue reading
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Nutrition Webisode: The Health Benefits of Tomatoes
In this nutrition webisode, I talk about why tomatoes are amazing for promotion optimal health and how we can include them in our diet on a regular basis. What’s your favorite way to enjoy tomatoes? Do you grow them yourself? … Continue reading
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Smoothie of the Day: Chia Avocado Pineapple Smoothie
I love avocados and I try to eat one just about every day. This smoothie recipe is a tasty and creative way to really benefit from all of the nutrients found in the avocado. Avocados are also a great source of … Continue reading
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Authen-tip: Nutrition for Joint Pain
Do you experience joint pain? Are you achy and tired all of the time? Try incorporating more vitamin C into your diet by eating fresh foods like berries, oranges, grapefruits, and lemons. Vitamin C plays a role in the formation … Continue reading
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Authentic Food of the Day: Lemons
Lemons are not only beautiful in color but they taste delicious! They can enhance sweet dishes and zest up even the most boring of meals. Did you know that an average lemon contains about three tablespoons of juice? All parts of … Continue reading
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Juice of the Day: Carrot and Kiwi Juice
Do you love kiwis? This is a tasty juice that not only helps to boost the immune system, it can give you a natural lift of energy. It’s loaded with beta-carotene, vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, and potassium. The carrots help … Continue reading
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