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Herbal Teas—The Original Superfoods

Dec 30, 2021 07:35AM ● By Kathleen Gould and Madalyn Johnson

Did you know that 1 cup of high-quality herbal tea has about 300 milligrams (mg) of all the calcium, magnesium and bone-building minerals we need for a strong, healthy body?

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A Better Morning Jolt: Healthy Coffee Alternatives and Hacks

Dec 30, 2021 07:30AM ● By April Thompson

While Americans love their coffee, a growing number of people are adapting their morning drink rituals to incorporate ingredients in search of additional health benefits.

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The Sweet Danger of Sugar: Ways to Enjoy Healthier Holiday Fare

Nov 30, 2021 07:30AM ● By Christy Ratliff

Low-sugar eating strategies and dessert recipes to protect our physical and mental health this holiday season.

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Eat Well to Feel Well: Thanksgiving Fare That Boosts Mental Health

Oct 29, 2021 06:30AM ● By Christy Ratliff

Serve up healthier, nutrient-rich options this Thanksgiving to alleviate anxiety and depression, stabilize mood and promote mental health and wellness.

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Fall Fruits for Savory Dishes: Fresh Approaches to Autumn Flavors

Sep 30, 2021 06:30AM ● By April Thompson

Fall fruits such as apples, figs, pomegranates and pears boast many healthful properties. Flex the unique flavors and health powers of these autumn delights with savory mains and sides.

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Foraged Fungi Fare: Cooking with Wild Mushrooms

Aug 31, 2021 06:30AM ● By April Thompson

Wild mushrooms, particularly foraged fungi that offer a host of nutritional benefits, can infuse exciting new flavors and textures into familiar dishes.

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Preserving the Harvest: Classic Ways to Store Garden Bounty All Year

Jul 30, 2021 06:30AM ● By Julie Peterson

Preservation techniques to help capture the bounty of the garden harvest or farmers' market hauls through canning, dehydrating, refrigerator pickling, fermentation or cold storage.

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The Magic of Magnesium Are You Getting Enough?

Jun 30, 2021 06:35AM ● By Sara Le Brun-Blashka and Kara Credle

Magnesium is an essential nutrient, but nearly half of the U.S. population does not get enough magnesium for good health.

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The Miracle of Plants

Jun 30, 2021 06:35AM ● By Kathleen Gould and Madalyn Johnson

Here are a few ideas of how you can incorporate herbs in your food for overall good health or for a good night’s sleep.

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Food as Medicine: The Healing Power of Nutrition

Jun 30, 2021 06:30AM ● By Julie Peterson

Well-being is increasingly linked by researchers to a healthy diet, motivating many people and the medical community to take seriously plant-based diets and the role of gut microoganisms.

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