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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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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What makes planning so essential for a vegetarian diet is that the meats that are now absent are often high in nutrients that are harder to get from plants. There are six nutrients that vegetarians should plan to get more of in their diets.
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Most Americans are lacking a large amount of the essential nutrients due to a diet that is full of overly-processed, convenience foods that are high in simple carbs and refined sugar. To avoid any nutritional deficiencies, be sure to include these essential nutrients in your diet.
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As parents, we often worry about whether or not our kids are getting all the essential vitamins and nutrients they need to stay healthy and active. Eating a well balanced diet is definitely part of warding off illness, staying focused, and having the energy necessary to, well, be kids. The following 11 nutrients are vital for each and every child.
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