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Jaboticaba fruit, also known as Brazilian grapes, is a native fruit of Brazil. The fruit is round, dark purple, and has a tough outer layer. It has a unique flavor that is sweet and slightly acidic. The fruit is mostly consumed fresh but can also be used to make jams, jellies, wines, and liquors. This […]
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Magnesium is an important mineral for our health. It affects many of the functions of our body as well as our sleep and muscle recuperation. Despite its importance, thousands of people in the United States are deficient. This is everything you need to know about magnesium, magnesium deficiency, and how to keep your levels in […]
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A cancer diagnosis is a terrifying thing, whether it’s your own or someone you love. This is why many of us do our best to incorporate as many anti-cancer habits into our daily lives as possible. A healthy diet is one of the best tools in our tool kit, however, most of the information out […]
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Strawberries are undeniably delicious. They taste like summertime and happiness on their own, but they are also a dream in a dessert. Chocolate-covered strawberries, strawberry shortcake, strawberry cheesecake, strawberry jam, and strawberry rhubarb pie are among many of the classic strawberry-flavored confections. You may imagine all these sweets when you are shopping and you add […]
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With health and weight-loss gurus pushing low-carb diets, bread has fallen out of fashion. Like many high-carb foods, many people deem them unhealthy. But don’t throw out all bread with the highly-processed and bleached-wheat variety. Whole grains are full of important nutrients, like fiber and B vitamins, and they are a healthy energy source for […]
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The Blue Zone diet is based on the eating habits of people with the longest lives in the world. “Blue zones” are five locations where locals are ten times more likely than Americans to live to the age of 100. Additionally, research has discovered that people in these zones also have fewer instances of chronic […]
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Cast iron pans have graced kitchens for thousands of years. It’s a trusty and durable cooking utensil that is hard to damage. With proper cleaning and care, cast iron cookware can last for a long time. Even old and rusted pans could be restored to good condition. Plus, when it’s properly seasoned, cast iron can […]
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Potatoes have not always had the best reputation in the nutrition world. For years, the white, starchy vegetable was considered too high in carbohydrates with little nutritional value. We know now, of course, that this is not true. As potatoes have re-climbed the health ranks, however, they have been eclipsed by their colorful cousin, the […]
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Are you someone who likes to enjoy a cup or two of coffee each morning? Or perhaps you’re someone who essentially needs it to feel like a functioning human being if you have to get up before 9 am. Either way, you’re probably used to hearing people say that coffee is bad for you and […]
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Over the last few years, there has been a massive shift away from wheat. For some, the shift is simply a lifestyle choice, but for others, it isn’t so much a choice as it is necessary. In either case, you have probably noticed the increase in (expensive) non-wheat food products stocking the shelves of your […]
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Have you ever taken a closer look at a snack wrapper or bag of chips? Beyond the nutrition facts and serving sizes, which often seem designed to make you feel guilty, there’s usually a feel-good story about the brand’s history. These narratives aim to convince you that you’re enjoying a wholesome treat made with love […]
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Over the last decade, coconut oil has become a common household product. It initially burst onto the health food scene in 2011 with promises that it would boost your immune system and help with weight loss, and enjoyed continued popularity until 2015 [1]. However, its stardom began to falter after questions were raised about its […]
