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The following article is written by Lisa Marie Mercer The colorful cranberry is synonymous with holiday happiness. This festive fruit has some interesting folklore surrounding its name. The…

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You’ve most likely seen this fruit all over the place lately. So what is making this funky food all the rage? Pomegranates are jam packed with antioxidants that studies have shown can…

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Earlier, we proclaimed chocolate as our Food of the Week, and credited its antioxidant content as the reason for the health allure of this sweet confection. But the benefits of a bit of dark chocolate extend beyond the physical – I’m talking about…

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Think of chocolate, and you may conjure up images of “forbidden” Butterfinger bars and brownies, and shudder at the thought of “all that fat” winding up on your thighs. But it may be time to reconsider your idea of chocolate as a sinful…

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We have all heard that chocolate is good for us, but most people think that it’s because chocolate is rich in antioxidants – and that’s true. However, there really is more you should know about the health benefits of chocolate,…

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Vitamin A is essential for bone growth, immune function, reproduction and maintenance of skin tissue (epithelial cells). It works with DNA to direct the development of the body’s cells, oversees the growth of those cells and directs stem cells into becoming other…

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For the past several years, the #1 killer of women has been heart disease. But while that statistic still stands, on this very day women all around the world will be showing their support to fight the disease by slipping…

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The new year is a great time to add some depth to your diet with this bite size winter citrus: the kumquat. 

Known as “the little gold gem of the citrus family” for it’s distinctive flavor, the kumquat is native…

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Yesterday, we introduced you to the surprising health benefits of sage - a seasoning that can help you whip up delightfully festive recipes this weekend. Not only is sage a powerful anti-inflammatory, but it is reputed to boost memory power, and…

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Considering the time of year, you were probably hoping to see us proclaim the surprising health benefits of pecan pie, or proclaim candied nuts as our nutritious food of the week. Alas, neither festive indulgence can quite make the cut - but…

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You may encounter hazelnuts during the holidays, but there are good reasons to incorporate this Food of the Week into your diet year-round - especially for heart health.

While all nuts offer some protective cardiac benefits, hazelnuts stand out.…

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The holidays are just around the corner, and with them come the ubiquitous bowls of mixed nuts - salted, roasted, or candied, every party or family gathering wouldn’t be complete without a serving (or two) of these tasty treats.

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You’ve probably heard about some of the known health benefits of beta carotene, that compound best known for its presence in carrots and other colorful veggies that should be piled on your healthy dinner plate. But now, new research has found that…

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Yesterday we brought you a delicious chutney recipe to serve as a holiday season side dish - featuring the food of the week, cranberries. These berries are a potent source of antioxidants, and the perfect food for women prone to urinary…

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This tart red fruit (a cousin of the blueberry) makes its appearance on grocery shelves in the next few weeks, just in time for the holidays. But cranberries are good for more than just a Thanksgiving side dish, and pack more antioxidants…

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