Vitamin D

Causes of Low Vitamin D and How to Treat

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Everyone needs some D in their life! But don’t assume that your levels of this often-undervalued nutrient are good enough to keep you healthy. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble nutrient that plays a key role in pretty much all your physiological functions. At optimal levels, vitamin D may be responsible for protecting you against many modern-day diseases. Very few foods naturally contain vitamin D but you can eat certain foods and add supplements to give you the best results.

Benefits Magnesium

Many Health Benefits of Magnesium

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Magnesium is one of the most important elements your body needs, in addition to oxygen, water, and basic food. You need magnesium for over 350 chemical reactions in your body so it is vital to increase your magnesium intake from food or supplements. This important mineral can be found in your bones, teeth, and red blood cells. The level of magnesium in your body can be affected by many factors so knowing how to ensure adequate levels will provide you with many health benefits.

Supplements

Benefits of Supplements and What to Take

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Even if you are already eating your fruits and veggies, getting enough sunlight, staying well hydrated, exercising and sleeping well — here are five powerful reasons why getting a supplemental source of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients – is ESSENTIAL no matter how healthy you think you are. From vitamins to minerals to weight loss pills and beyond, there are thousands of options to choose from. But do you really need any of them? Do they really work, and if so, which ones are best?

Functional foods

Top 25 Functional Foods For Health

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Today there is a rise in popularity of some so-called “superfoods.” This widespread trend is to add more nutrient-dense foods into the diet. You may also have started to hear these superfoods referred to as functional foods. Adding these foods to your diet from this simple short list of functional foods is not a daunting task. These foods can easily be found at your local supermarkets. So, let today be the day to jump on the bandwagon and get more functional foods in your diet.

Hummus recipe

Healthy Hummus Recipe

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Chickpeas are also known as garbanzo beans. However you prefer to call them, they are extremely healthy for you. Chickpeas have a nutty taste and wonderfully delicious and are also very nutritious for you. They are a great food source of a wide array of essential vitamins and minerals. This recipe makes an excellent main, side or snack dish. You can vary the flavor profile by adding some cayenne pepper this time or adding some paprika the next time. The possibilities are endless!