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This week, we’re revering the mango as our Food of the Week, thanks to its excellent nutrient content and soothing enzymes and compounds – the perfect fruit for your athletic needs and your taste buds.

In India, mangoes are sometimes called…

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Although the wild mango can be traced back to 4,000 BCE, and was consumed by those living in the foothills of the Himalayas for thousands of years, you might not have enjoyed this early version of this springtime fruit. Apparently,…

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This week, we’re getting a little exotic, and encouraging you to mix up your usual cooking routine with a very special mushroom – the shitake, a staple of sushi joints and Asian stir fries, is our Food of the Week.

Shitake…

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If you love adding dried fruit to trail mixes, cereal or baked goods, but are getting bored with the same old raisin routine, we’ve got the answer - why not try adding some prunus armenaica instead? The scientific name for apricots is a…

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Alfred, Lord Tennyson once said that in spring, a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love. Surely he meant love of asparagus, everyone’s favourite spring-harvested vegetable that is as delicious as it is nutritious.

Asparagus is quite high…

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Spring has finally sprung! With April right around the corner, it’s time to stow away the parkas, bust out the umbrellas and watch the snow melt. It’s also the peak time for asparagus, a delicious and healthful sprout perfect for this week’s…

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Increasing in popularity all over North America, quinoa is not just for health nuts anymore. Its nutty flavor, cute spiral shape and complete protein content make it a great choice for anyone who wants to add a little variety and extra…

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If you’re looking for a healthy, unique alternative to rice, look no further than quinoa, the ancient Incan food that is increasingly taking on a role in modern kitchens. Quinoa earns the title of Food of the Week for its high protein…

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Did you know that:

• There is an International Olive Oil Council that oversees 95% of the world’s olive oil production? • Over half of Greece’s cultivated land is devoted to growing olives? • Olive…

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As early as 3,000 B.C., the people of the Mediterranean have venerated olive oil. It has been a sacrifice for the gods, a prize for athletes at the Olympics, fuel for lamps, and a staple of the ancient diet. Nowadays, there…

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A few days ago, we highlighted the kumquat - a distinctive winter citrus packed with Vitamin C and potassium. Kumquats, along with the rest of the citrus fruits, also contain a cancer fighting compound called limonene, and studies have found that…

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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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Cashews are the nut that made the cut this week, thanks to their healthy fat content and versatile flavor. Cashews are an especially good choice for women, thanks to their role in reducing some of the effects of menopause (such as…

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Your favorite Happy Hour snack is also one of the healthiest nuts out there when it comes to women’s nutritional needs. Cashews are the food in the Her Active Life spotlight this week, thanks to their impressive nutrient profile, versatility, and delicate…

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Yesterday, Her Active Life gave you the goods on clementines - those little orange fruits that fill produce departments this time of year. Clementines are delicious, convenient, and pack a nutritious punch - they contain more than 100% of your daily…

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