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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These nutrients are considered “essential” not only because the body needs them to perform its day-to-day functions, but also because it can’t produce them its own. They must be obtained through food sources or supplements. We look at 13 essential nutrients and why the body needs them.
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As we age, we tend to forget the importance of making vitamins a central part of our diets. The end result is often less-than-healthy diets that lack the vitamins and mineral our bodies crave, even at middle age. That’s why it’s worthwhile to go through a refresher every now and then — so, what vitamins are the most important and how can you get them in your diet?
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A balanced diet with all major vitamins and nutrients is always recommended for a healthy mind and body, but there are some vitamin and mineral supplements that have been proven to further help you manage symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression without taking prescription medications. Keep in mind that you shouldn’t rely on supplements to […]
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We’re finally getting to the bottom of whether or not vitamin C truly does help speed up the process of recovering from a nasty cold.
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Regardless of if you’re already pregnant or trying to conceive, popping daily prenatal vitamins can help keep you and baby healthy in various ways—by lessening instances of morning sickness and nausea during the first trimester, by filling in gaps in your diet, and by supporting your body from conception through to a healthy delivery.
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