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The Natural Benefits of Ginger

Ginger is both delicious and good for you! This post takes a look at the top benefits of Ginger.
Posted 7/28/2015  9:00:00 AM By:   : 54 comments   53,386 views
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Nutrition 101: Is Beet Juice the Next Super Food?

Does beet juice provide any nutritional benefits for you?
Posted 8/20/2009  6:00:00 AM By:   : 132 comments   125,996 views
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Nutrition 101: What Is Crystalline Fructose?

Crystalline fructose has been around for about 20 years and today can be found in many products. Is it a better sweetener choice?
Posted 5/25/2009  7:00:00 AM By:   : 47 comments   197,332 views
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Folic Acid Important for Health

Getting enough folic acid is important and recommended. Can it be harmful to get too much?
Posted 5/14/2009  1:00:09 PM By:   : 47 comments   40,494 views
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Nutrition 101: Are You Overdoing the Zinc?

Zinc is an important nutrient to include in your diet every day. But what if you are getting too much?
Posted 5/7/2009  1:00:00 PM By:   : 80 comments   159,683 views
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Nutrition 101: How Smart is the New 'Smart Choices' Program

There is a new voluntary "front-of-packaging" nutrition labeling program. It is intended to help shoppers make healthier food choices. Will it?
Posted 11/10/2008  6:00:00 AM By:   : 55 comments   20,684 views
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Nutrition 101: There's a New Super Food in Town!

This new super food is pretty to look at, interesting to eat and distinctive in taste. What is it?
Posted 11/5/2008  6:00:00 PM By:   : 107 comments   32,198 views
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Nutrition 101: Cranberries – Full of Health Benefits or Just a Holiday Tradition?

During the holiday season, many people enjoy cranberries as part of their gatherings. Have you ever wondered if cranberries are healthy or just part of the tradition?
Posted 10/27/2008  6:00:00 AM By:   : 62 comments   14,104 views
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How Misleading is the Term 'Processed Food'?

Did you know there was more than one type of processed food? Learn how to select the healthier option.
Posted 10/13/2008  11:00:00 AM By:   : 54 comments   16,635 views
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Nutrition 101: How a Fat-Free Diet is Keeping You from Getting the Most from Your Food

Is a fat-free diet providing you with as many benefits as you thought? As it turns out, you need fat to fully process some nutrients.
Posted 9/22/2008  1:00:00 PM By:   : 49 comments   20,223 views
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What Do the Dates on Food Packages Mean?

Do you pay much attention to the dates on your food packages? Should you?
Posted 9/15/2008  1:00:00 PM By:   : 51 comments   18,433 views
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Nutrition 101: What’s the Shake on Sea Salt?

We hear about sea salt more and more. What makes it different?
Posted 9/1/2008  9:51:39 AM By:   : 109 comments   21,327 views
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Nutrition 101: What are Omega 9's?

What is oleic acid and how does a movie and music relate to it?
Posted 8/18/2008  7:00:00 AM By:   : 42 comments   24,379 views
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