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Many people associate sprouts with those stringy, wormy-looking mung bean sprouts in stir-fry dishes. Otherwise, you might think of the bitter alfalfa sprouts used to fill sandwiches. Did you know that sprouting extends to a wide variety of grains, beans, and nuts, and sprouting these food items can tremendously increase nutrition and digestibility? While fairly recent salmonella and E. [...]

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If dropping pounds is your plan, then you no doubt have calories on the brain. Check out the chart below to find out which sources of protein contain the fewest calories. It might be just the tidbit of info to help shave calories off your meals so you reach your goal weight faster. [...]

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For those of us who follow vegan or raw-food regimens, face food allergies, or adhere to restricted diets, the aisles of the neighborhood grocery store can present a not-so-appetizing challenge. Let Happy Belly Bags solve your dietary conundrums with its extensive selection of nutrition-specific foods, and with our exclusive offer, enjoy $25 for $50 or $50 for $100 worth of Happy Belly Bags’ feel-good food. [...]

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When it comes to working out, you always want to make sure you have ample energy. However eating too close to vigorous exercise is a recipe for discomfort, but heading to the gym hungry isn’t ideal either – something I learned during a recent session with my Crunch trainer, Tim Rich. [...]

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We’ve all seesawed between depriving ourselves then binging on cravings, usually because we crave things that we know we should avoid. According to Annemarie Colbin, Ph.D., founder of The Natural Gourmet Institute and prominent author and lecturer on natural health and holistic medicine, we should listen to some cravings. [...]

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Avocados have starred on The Biggest Loser, baby carrots got a junk food-esque makeover, and now, potatoes may be the next vegetable to be in the spotlight.
Following the news that all forms of potatoes play a big role in weight gain, the Idaho Potato Association wants to let us know that there are, in fact, benefits to eating the tuber. [...]

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It’s a hot and humid Summer day and you head to your local smoothie joint for a cool, refreshing smoothie. It’s made with mostly all-natural fruit, ice, and a little dairy, so what could be bad? That tall glass of thick, fruity goodness might taste like it’s good for you, but the amount of calories you’re consuming will most definitely stop you midslurp. [...]

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When I’m craving something salty and crunchy, crackers can be a healthier choice than chips. I love nibbling them on their own, dipped in hummus, or topped with cheese and sliced apples. Not all crackers are created equally though. Some will make you drop your cracker when you find out how much sodium they contain. [...]

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A woman is supposed to eat 25 grams of fiber every single day. It help cleans out your system to prevent bloating and flatten your tummy, and also satiates your hunger, which is great if you’re trying to lose weight. Getting your daily dose of fiber also lowers your cholesterol, prevents heart disease, and reduces your risk for breast cancer. [...]

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Flaxseeds are so popular that it seems like they’re being added to just about everything from bread to corn chips to cereal. They’re high in fiber and a great source of omega-3s (especially if you don’t eat fish). You can also buy them separately to add to your own foods, but should you pick up whole flaxseeds, the kind that are ground up, or the oil made from the seeds?

All three forms of flax are best suited for different needs. [...]

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