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You probably know the benefits of fiber by now, the most common one being to keep constipation to a minimum, but did you know it can also help reduce the risk of…

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With years of training under her belt, resident fitness and nutrition expert Shannon Clark is ready to help you on your way to a healthy, informed lifestyle. Got a question? her your inquiries, and be sure to check back every week…

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The old adage says an apple a day keeps the doctor away. I think eating nutritious foods is definitely one way to keep your body healthy. And being healthy is what keeps the doctor away. Apples are the perfect snack. They are small.…

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Diabetes affects close to 250 million adults worldwide, and that number is expected to reach 400 million by 2025 – so chances are good that either you or someone you love is at a high risk for developing the illness.

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If you’ve got a craving for salty, crunchy French fries, a good alternative is choosing sweet potatoes over regular potatoes. You’ll still satisfy your salt craving, and you’ll get a good dose of Vitamin A at the same time. In 1992, the…

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In this ongoing vegan column, senior staff writer, Katie Drummond, looks at the raw food diet, since many people think it is similar to veganism. Although, just how similar and how practical is something that Katie debates for herself and our HAL readers.…

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Fresh summer produce is making its way to your grocery shelves, so we hope this influx of bright colors and bold tastes has put you in the mood for some nutritious cooking adventures. But remember that one cannot live on fruits and veggies…

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With years of training under her belt, resident fitness and nutrition expert Shannon Clark is ready to help you on your way to a healthy, informed lifestyle. Got a question? Email her your inquiries, and be sure to check back every week for…

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Are you curious about the vegan lifestyle? Does it seem a little bit mysterious? Perhaps you’ve thought about trying it yourself. In this new column from senior staff writer Katie Drummond, Katie explores many of the challenges that vegans face and dispels…

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(ARA) – Adding grains, especially whole grains, to your diet provides many healthy benefits. Unfortunately, most Americans consume less than one-third of the daily recommended amount, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The good news is that now, more than ever, there…

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If you read health and nutrition books, websites and magazines, you probably know about the importance of adequate dietary fiber - without enough, your digestion suffers, blood sugar levels get wacky and your appetite can seem out of control. Fiber…

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Admittedly, looking at a nutrition label on a product can be a bit overwhelming. Thankfully, certain phrases added to the front of the package can help consumers make quicker and smarter decisions about the items they are eating. 

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If it looks like brown bread, and it tastes like brown bread, so it must be made with whole grains and, therefore, fabulously healthy for me, right? Right? Not so fast. You can’t tell based on color and texture if brown…

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Have you been loading up on sugar-free products in an attempt to eat healthier? If so, Dr. Gabe Mirkin has bad news for you - according to the renowned nutrition expert, the white flour found in most of these items…

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Psyllium husk fiber can be used to prevent constipation due to its high fiber content and mucilage, that chemically is mainly formed of the sugars arabinose and xylose, together with the non-digestible monosaccharide galacturonic acid that is the main component of pectin,…

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