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All About Pumpkin Seeds

If you are interested in using pumpkin for healthy recipes, don’t forget about the seeds! Also called pepitas, pumpkin seeds contain a lot of vitamins and minerals, are low in fat, and are great for having as a snack or putting on salads. Here...

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Take a Bath to Treat the Cold or Flu

Relaxing your body and giving yourself time to rest is essential if you want to treat the flu or a common cold properly. This begins with taking a nice warm bath, which is great for sore and tired muscles, fatigue, headaches, and many symptoms...

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Find Relief from Fall Allergies

Seasonal allergies may change throughout the year, but they typically represent with the same symptoms, such as runny rose, watery eyes, coughing, and sneezing. If you notice you only get these symptoms in the fall, you probably have fall allergies...

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SAD in the Fall

When your mental health, such as anxiety or depression, starts to change when the seasons change, it is not a coincidence. It can actually be about the changes in your life, both physical and mental, that bring this on. When you experience worsened...

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Fall Fruits and Vegetables to Add to Your Meals

Fall is all about using as much fresh produce as you can for your meals. Whether you are a meat eater or vegetarian, there is plenty of room on your plate for produce. The following fruits and vegetables are in-season and readily available during...

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Vegetarian Black Bean Stuffed Peppers

Delicious meatless option, perfect for meal prepping ahead. Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 45 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 4 large red bell peppers 2 T. olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 1 t. ground cumin 1/2 t. oregano Sea salt...

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