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Tip for Today: You Need Your Calcium

Posted June 23, 2008 at 11:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton

Section: Her Health, Her Motivation, tip for today, Her Nutrition, Healthy Eating

You’ve probably heard it before- drink your milk, it’s good for your bones! While milk isn’t the only source of calcium you can get, there is a lot of truth behind this…

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Zero in on Zinc Deficiency

Posted January 10, 2008 at 03:00 PM by Martha Jones

Section: Her Health, Her Nutrition, Supplements, Her News

(NAPSI)-While everyday medications and over-the-counter products generally do our bodies good, we should be aware of the unintended effects that some may have.

For instance, many may rob our bodies of vitamins and minerals, including zinc, an essential mineral that…

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Somethin’ About Spirulina

Posted October 3, 2007 at 01:00 PM by Zola Jones

Section: Her Health, Her Nutrition, Diet Myths, Healthy Eating, Supplements, Vegetarianism

You have probably seen ads telling you that spirulina, chlorella or blue-green algae are wonder foods that “may help increase energy, decrease fatigue, enhance brain function, oxygenate the blood, nourish the nervous system, improve memory and concentration, increase muscle mass, speed healing,…

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Uncovering popular myths: the whole truth about whole grains

Posted August 1, 2007 at 02:45 PM by Alexandra Haller

Section: Her Health, Her Nutrition, Diet Myths, Healthy Eating, Supplements, Weight Control

There are many health benefits to a diet that meets the recommended amount of fiber. Most people think they should boost their fiber content simply to stay regular. While that is one aspect of what fiber does for you, the benefits extend beyond that.…

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