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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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Smoothie of the Day: Banana, Chia Seeds 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: Nutrition for High Blood Pressure

Has your doctor or natural health practitioner told you that you have high blood pressure? High blood pressure has been linked to things like smoking, obesity, stress, and a high-sodium diet. If you have high blood pressure, be sure to … Continue reading

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Mother’s Day Special: Give the Gift of Chia!

Hi guys! Many of you know what a huge fan of chia seeds I truly am! I love sprinkling them on my salads, soups, oatmeal, and smoothies! Chia seeds are a fabulous source of omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, protein, fiber, … Continue reading

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Authentic Food of the Day: Apricots

They may be small but apricots pack a powerful punch of healthy nutrients! Indigenous to the mountains of China, apricots have been enjoyed for more than 4,000 years. They are one of the first fruits of summer and are in … Continue reading

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Spice up your Life – The Healing Power of Sage!

Sage has been a popular herb for many years in a variety of cultures around the world. It is a prominent feature in Italian cuisine and the Germans use it in a lot of their hearty dishes. In the Middle … Continue reading

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Juice of the Day: Beta-Carotene Blast

We all know that it’s important to include as many vitamins and minerals in our diet as possible. Beta-carotene is an important vitamin because it’s responsible for protecting our cells from the harmful effects of free radicals. It’s also promotes a healthy … 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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