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The Impact Dairy Has on Your Skin
From lattes and ice cream to pizza and cheeseburgers, dairy is pervasive in the standard Western diet, considered both a staple and a necessary comfort food ingredient. In the United States, the Federal nutrition policy developed by the USDA and the...
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What is Gastritis?
If you struggle with digestive or intestinal discomfort, you know firsthand how difficult it can be to pinpoint the exact cause. Many gastrointestinal conditions have overlapping symptoms, making them hard to diagnose. One often overlooked issue...
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Spring Superfoods
Spring has arrived, which means the temperatures are going to get warmer, you will spend more time outdoors, and you will likely revisit the healthy resolutions you made at the beginning of the year—perhaps even exploring new wellness options like...
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Veggie Minestrone Soup
Recipe Details Prep Time:10 minutes Cook Time:25 minutes Cool Time:5 minutes Total Time:40 minutes Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped 1...
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The Dangers of Being Pre-Diabetic
When you get your blood glucose (or blood sugar) tested by your doctor, the results may indicate one of three things: normal levels, diabetes, or a condition known as pre-diabetes—a warning sign that your blood sugar is elevated but not yet in the...
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Vanilla Cupcakes for Easter
Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Servings: 6 Ingredients: For the cupcakes: ¼ cup (55g) softened butter ¼ cup (55g) sugar 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla extract ½ cup (55g) all-purpose...
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