Oatmeal is one of the healthiest grains out there. They are nutrient dense little grains that are easy to grow and perfect for keeping your diet healthy. Two nutrients that oatmeal has in spades, are dietary fiber and protein, both nutrients vital for your overall health. Keep reading to learn why you want to include fiber and nutrients in your…
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Deciding whether or not to breast feed is an important choice all mothers have to make. There are many factors that determine if breastfeeding is right for you. But if you have the ability to breastfeed your child, you should choose to do it, even though it can be a real inconvenience at times. Your baby is made to drink…
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Mangoes are the absolute king of all fruits. Sometimes they’re sweet; sometimes they’re tart. Sometimes they’re juicy; sometimes they’re dry. They’re always healthy and nutritious though. You will never do yourself a disservice choosing to eat some mangoes in the summer. At the very least you will feel refreshed and satisfied, while staying healthy. This royal fruit has all types…
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Lychee – Ltchi chinensis – is a fun fruit that is a member of the soapberry family (it is actually the only member of its genus). The fruit grows on the lychee tree and is native to China, though it can grow in both tropical and subtropical climates. You’re probably most familiar with this fruit in your cocktails, where it…
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When you think of radishes, you probably imagine the red or pinkish or white vegetable that rabbits love to eat. But there is another radish out there, that should be on your radar – the black radish, also known as the Spanish radish. They are different than your typical spring radish in a lot of ways. Them being black goes…
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Avocado is one of the more unique fruits out there. Everything about it is…special; everything from its skin, to its texture, to its taste, to its composition. Sometimes you have to wonder if this is really a fruit, and not some sort of alien pod. What is really amazing about the avocado though is its health benefits. Unlike most fruits,…
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There are many reasons why people choose to give up animal products. Some people become vegans and vegetarians for religious reasons, others do it for cultural or philosophical beliefs. It doesn’t matter why you’ve chosen to refrain from eating animal products; whatever the reason, it is important to make sure you maintain a healthy and nutritious diet. It is very…
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