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The Incredible Health Benefits of Chia Seeds
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

The Incredible Health Benefits of Chia Seeds

If you haven’t heard of chia seeds before, they come from the Salvia Hispanica plant, which is part of the mint family, and are native to Mexico and Guatemala. They are said to have been an important food to the Aztecs and Mayans. And due to their incredible health benefits, it’s no surprise as to why! Here are 12 reasons to add more chia seeds to your diet.

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Reasons to Say “No” to No Calorie Beverages
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Reasons to Say “No” to No Calorie Beverages

While diet or zero calorie options would seem the smartest health choice for many—artificial sweeteners like sucralose, aspartame, and saccharin—contain really harsh chemical additives that can trigger blood sugar levels. Here are 8 reasons to say ‘no’ to no calorie beverages…

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