Well, if you aren’t, you should be. And who knows, you might actually find some nice healthy family favorites! Dried plums Plum and prune Hmmm…looks can be deceptive. While the succulent plum looks lovely, prunes – well, don’t win beauty competitions. But prunes are rich in potassium and antioxidants They…
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Pregnancy is a wonderful time – yet it brings a whole lot of discomforts with it. After all, the body goes through so many changes. The system gets slower and doesn’t seem as efficient as it used to be. This includes infrequent bowel movements, among others. What happens is, during…
Yes – am talking about heartburn which can totally gross you out. So thank heavens you can do several things to prevent this. As with any ailment, treating the cause is important, as chronic reflux can really mess up your oesophagus. Here are some things you can do right away:…
Adding natural color to your diet is a great way to add health, especially in the form of a super fruit such as blueberries Berries of all kinds are healthy, but blueberries literally head the bunch when considering nutritional benefits. Here is why. Nutritional benefits of blueberries good source of…
I like it when the answer to a problem can be traced to food. While its great to get regular exercise, both physical and mental – and get busy with all the crossword puzzles and other activities that are helpful in keeping your memory the way it should be, the…
Fruits and vegetables are extremely important in anyone’s diet – but they are even more important if you are diabetic. Which fruit and vegetables are best to have? Here are some recommendations: Fresh fruit – concentrate on low-GI fruits such as citrus (oranges, grapefruit), cherries, strawberries and other berries, peaches,…
To lower your blood pressure, cut down your sodium intake and increase your potassium intake. Sodium raises your blood pressure. Potassium minimizes the damage by lessening the effects of sodium on blood pressure. Lots of fruits and vegetables are good sources of potassium, including bananas, strawberries, cantaloupe, spinach, peas and…