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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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Foods That Can Help Reduce Your Risk of Colon Cancer
Medically Reviewed Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Foods That Can Help Reduce Your Risk of Colon Cancer

Some foods, such as processed meats, have been shown to significantly increase one’s chances of having colon cancer emerge. That begs the question — what foods will actually lower my risk of developing colon cancer? The good news is that there are a wide variety of healthy and delicious foods that can help you keep colon cancer at bay. Let’s take a quick look at some of those foods now.

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5 Things to Know About the Micronutrient Selenium
By Rachel Despres Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

5 Things to Know About the Micronutrient Selenium

Although selenium is an essential micronutrient, not many have heard of it or are aware of how important it is to the body. As a result, an estimated 0.5 to 1 billion people worldwide suffer from a deficiency. A powerful antioxidant, selenium is needed for effective functioning of the immune system; therefore, inadequate levels can […]

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Ways to Naturally Boost Thyroid Function
Medically Reviewed Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Ways to Naturally Boost Thyroid Function

Your thyroid gland is relatively small and fits into your throat area, but it has an enormous effect on your entire body. It is often overlooked as a cause of common health problems, as well as unexplained weight gain or weight loss. The gland is also very important to how our body creates energy and […]

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10 Nutrient Deficiencies that Can Cause Depression
By Emily Lockhart Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

10 Nutrient Deficiencies that Can Cause Depression

Not feeling great lately? It’s possible you’ve picked up a cold or some other kind of infection. But there’s also the chance that you’re dealing with a nutritional deficiency that could leave you feeling tired, restless, even nauseous. The good news is that there are ways to confront these deficiencies. You can work with an […]

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