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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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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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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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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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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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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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