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4 Delicious Greens That Balance Gut Health, Lower Blood Pressure, and Boost Immunity
When you toss together a salad, what types of greens usually land on your plate? Hopefully it’s a large assortment. Adding different lettuces to your salad will not only improve the texture and colorful appeal, but also give you a wide variety of health benefits. That includes boosting your vitamin, antioxidant, water, and fiber intake. …
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Don’t Throw Away That Empty Sugar Bag Yet — It Will Come in Handy Later
When it comes to kitchen staples, chance are high that you’ve got sugar sitting somewhere around your pantry or cabinet. But once you either pour your sugar into a more accessible container, or you just get to the bottom of that bag, here’s something you might not have considered: You don’t want to throw out…
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12 Watermelon Recipes Even Better Than Biting Into That First Juicy Slice
We’re not denying that watermelon is a quick and easy snack for summer, but take the time to add it to cocktail recipes and summer salads, and you’ll be wowed at what this wonderful melon can really do. Related: 12 Coconut Desserts That Turn Your Kitchen Into the Caribbean Tropical Island Fruit Salad Watermelon Recipes…
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Having Pizza for Breakfast May Actually Be Good for You, Kind Of
If your kids tell you they want pizza for breakfast, you may want to listen — and even take their advice yourself. It turns out the deliciously doughy food may be a good alternative to a traditional breakfast, as it’s reportedly healthier for you than cereal. That’s right: You no longer have to feel guilty…
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Adding This Spice to Your Meals Can Help You Lose Weight, Lower Blood Pressure, and Ward Off Anxiety
You might be familiar with cardamom as a common ingredient found in your favorite Indian dishes. The fragrant spice can add a savory, herbal, citrusy, and even slightly minty flavor to a meal. And it turns out, it can also help you shed stubborn weight, lower blood pressure, and reduce anxiety, too. OK, that’s a…
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Fish and Leafy Greens Are Key to Warding Off Debilitating Health Issues as We Age, Studies Say
People are living longer these days, but that doesn’t always necessarily mean they’re living healthier. As anyone who’s cared for a loved one in their last years can attest, it’s heartbreaking to watch someone spend their remaining days battling a chronic illness. According to new research, however, we can all ward off ailments that come…
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Sip Away Winter Stress with Immunity-Boosting Manuka Honey
This unique type of honey from New Zealand is renowned for its high concentration of enzymes and antibacterial properties. In fact, delicious manuka has up to four times more healing nutrients than traditional honey. Some of the impressive perks: Fights off harmful bacteria: One compound in manuka honey (called methylglyoxal) has been found to stop…
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3 Deliciously Healthy Fall Mocktail Recipes That Won’t Make You Miss the Booze
Fall festivities bring all sorts of exciting, harvest-style cocktails to mind. After all, who wants to skip out on the chance to celebrate autumn and spice up the standard drink? If you’re looking to enjoy the celebration without drinking, however, having a few mocktail recipes in your back pocket is sure to come in handy. …
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The Best Grocery Delivery Services to Help You Through the COVID-19 Quarantine — and After
While there certainly are worse chores, trips to the supermarket can be time-consuming and stressful. And that’s under normal, everyday circumstances! Now, when we’re all practicing social distancing and in some areas self-quarantine to help stop the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), going to the grocery store feels even more daunting than usual, especially for…
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6 Ways to Stay Healthy With Refreshing Winter Citruses
Most of us think about citrus as a refreshing summer treat, like a tall glass of lemonade (or margarita…). It tuns out, winter is actually when most of those tart fruits are actually at their freshest. Plus, they can help keep you healthy all year round. Take a look to see see how you can…