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Do Probiotics Help With Bloating?

Bloating is that uncomfortable feeling of fullness in your stomach that can make you feel like you swallowed a balloon. It can also give you a serious case of the blahs. If bloating is an issue for you, probiotics may help. Probiotics are live microorganisms that improve the “good” bacteria in your gut. Those bacteria […]

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10 Foods High in Magnesium

[toc] Calling magnesium “essential” is putting it lightly. This magnificent mineral supports more than 300 chemical reactions in the body. These range from muscle and nerve function to regulating blood sugar levels to lowering blood pressure. Despite the importance of magnesium, many people don’t get enough of it. And since the body can’t make magnesium, […]

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Low-Carb Grocery List

If you’re new to a low-carb diet, a simple trip to the grocery store can be overwhelming. The smells of fresh bread or freshly baked cookies might be calling your name while navigating new aisles or dissecting food labels. The answer? A low-carb grocery list. This one simple step takes the guesswork out of the […]

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Fermented Foods for Gut Health

Fermented foods like sauerkraut may be acidic and sour, but the benefits are pretty sweet. They promote the growth of probiotics—the “good” bacteria that help foster a healthy gut. Probiotics keep bad bacteria in check and promote a diverse microbiome system. This may help prevent irritable bowel syndrome, occasional constipation and diarrhea. Some of the […]

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9 Cabbage Recipes to Eat on the Bulletproof Diet

If you currently have a head of cabbage in your crisper drawer, it’s time to get cooking. Cabbage is one of the most versatile, cost-effective and low-calorie vegetables around. There are many types of cabbage, such as red, green, napa and savoy, which come in a rainbow of colors. Cabbage is a member of the […]

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Fish Oil Benefits

Fish is a surefire way to up your nutrition game. Benefits may include supporting brain function, helping with inflammation and heart health support. Fatty fish, in particular (think salmon, herring, mackerel, tuna and sardines) are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, a type of unsaturated fatty acid. These omega 3 fatty acids help support cells throughout […]

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Astaxanthin Benefits

Ever wondered what gives some seafood a red hue? Or what makes flamingos’ feathers pink? Enter astaxanthin. It’s a carotene that gives color (pigment) to fish such as salmon, lobster and shrimp. This is not the same as beta-carotene, another pigment from the carotene family. Beta-carotene gives fruits and vegetables like carrots and sweet potatoes […]

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5 Easy Mocha Creamer Recipes That Boost Your Daily Wellness

Regularly moving your body and eating balanced meals are essential to a healthier lifestyle. But that doesn’t mean tweaking your daily wellness routine has to be boring or something you always dread. When it comes to making those changes, starting small always leaves a lasting impact. Doing so also makes the overall process less daunting. […]

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Satiety Index

Not including enough satiety-rich foods in your diet is a recipe for disaster. Satiety refers to the feeling of fullness after eating. If you don’t want hunger to take over soon after you eat, load up your plate with filling foods that contain plenty of protein and fiber. How is a food determined to be […]

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Collagen in Coffee

If you’re looking for some added benefits from your daily cup of coffee, collagen can help. Artificial creamers and sugars can pack in calories and leave you feeling sluggish. By comparison, collagen powder and liquid collagen supplements offer many health benefits. This includes improvements in hair, skin, nails and joints. Collagen supplements dissolve well into […]

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