Category: Healthy Choices
Some of the key reasons to supplement our food, is the extensive use of chemical fertilizers and synthetic pesticides, changes in farming methods, genetic engineering, food processing and preparation, which have […]
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Phytonutrients are natural chemical compounds found in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, herbs, spices, and other plant foods.“Phyto” refers to the Greek word meaning plant. Phytonutrients act as pigments, giving fruits and vegetables their vibrant […]
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Do you ever find yourself asking, “Why am I so tired all the time?” You know what I mean; you feel like you can’t get off the couch after work. You […]
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Have you heard of omega-3 fatty acids and how they help with heart health? There are two main omega-3 fatty acids:1. DHA (docosahexaenoic acid)2. EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) Omega-3s are incredibly […]
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You might be surprised to know that many products that are marketed as “healthy” foods are filled with sugar, fat, and artificial ingredients. AND, one-third of our total calories come […]
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Plant-based nutrition has a multitude of health benefits. Any movement toward whole food, plant-based eating can greatly improve your health and potentially lower the risk of disease. However, it can be difficult, […]
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Have you heard the warnings: “Soy may increase the risk of breast cancer!” Or “Women with breast cancer shouldn’t use soy!” Or one of the craziest myths, “Men will get […]
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“Vitamin B” was once thought to be a single nutrient that existed in extracts of rice, liver, or yeast. However, researchers later discovered that these extracts contained several vitamins, which […]
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What Is Turmeric? Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is an herb of the ginger family that is native to southern Asia and cultivated extensively in India, China, Indonesia, and other tropical countries. […]
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There’s a lot of buzz on the internet these days about collagen. You might see it being stirred into coffee or mixed with a protein shake. Some take it in capsule […]