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Collagen-Rich Foods: List of 12 Foods, Meal Plan & Supplements

Collagen-rich foods include beef, pork, chicken, fish, squid, shrimp, and oysters, as well as other animal products such as organ meats, gelatin, and calf's-foot jelly. Learn about the main sources of collagen (with meal plan) as well as other nutrients essential for collagen production.

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Lentils: 11 Health Benefits & How to Cook (with Recipes)

Lentils are rich in protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. They can offer several health benefits, such as promoting muscle gains, preventing anemia and helping with weight loss. Learn about the other benefits of lentils and check-out how to cook them with our healthy and delicious recipes.

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Cumin: 10 Health Benefits, How to Use & Recipes

Cumin is a spice that is widely used to season and flavor different dishes. However, it can also me used for medicinal purposes to reduce gas and treat digestion problems. Learn more about the health benefits of cumin, how to use it, and how to make cumin tea and other healthy cumin recipes.

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Vegan Diet: What To Eat & Avoid, 3-Day Meal Plan & Recipes

A vegan diet consists of avoiding foods that are not of animal origin, as well as avoiding clothing, cosmetics or other products in general that are made from animal sources. Instead, vegans opt for plant-based foods. Learn more about what to eat and avoid with a vegan diet, and check-out our sample 3-day meal plan.

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Raw Food Diet: What to Eat and Avoid, Meal Plan & Recipes

A raw food diet is a type of diet that consists of mainly eating raw, unprocessed fruits, vegetables and legumes. It can help you lose weight, reduce LDL cholesterol levels and combat constipation. Learn more about what the raw food is, its health benefits and what to eat or avoid using our sample meal plan.

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Are Walnuts Good For You? 10 Health Benefits (& Recipes)

Walnuts are rich in omega-3, fiber and polyphenols. They can provide many health benefits, such as cholesterol management, constipation prevention and blood pressure regulation. Learn if walnuts are good for you, and check out our easy walnut recipes.

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Sunflower Seeds: 9 Health Benefits, Nutritional Info & Recipes

Sunflower seeds are rich in healthy fats, fiber and antioxidants that can offer health benefits like weight loss, combating constipation and preventing cardiac diseases, like high blood pressure and diabetes. Learn more about their other health benefits and how to consume them, with tasty recipes below.

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Avocado Oil: 7 Health Benefits, Nutrition, How to Choose & Recipes

Avocado oil is high in omega 3, 6 and 9, and vitamin E. These compounds contain antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that help to prevent premature aging, diabetes, Alzheimer's, high blood pressure and more. Learn more about the health benefits of avocado oil and how to use it.

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Cod Liver Oil: 7 Health Benefits, Nutritional Info & How to Take

Cod liver oil is rich in vitamin D, which can boost calcium absorption and prevent osteoporosis. It is also rich in omega 3, which can strengthen the immune system and prevent Alzheimer's, heart attack and diabetes. Learn more about how to take cod liver, the daily recommended dose and its side effects .

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Zinc Supplement: Health Benefits, How to Take & Side Effects

Zinc supplements can be beneficial for treating diarrhea, boosting immunity, maintaining skin health, treating macular degeneration and treating zinc deficiencies. Learn more about how to take zinc supplements, the recommended dosing, and side effects associated with use.

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Iron Absorption: 5 Ways to Improve Your Iron Intake

To increase iron absorption, you should maintain a high-iron diet with lots of vitamin C sources. Consuming probiotics and avoiding antacids can also be beneficial for enhancing iron absorption. Learn more about how to improve your iron intake.

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Beta-Alanine: Health Benefits, How to Take & Side Effects

Beta-alanine is an amino acid that can be taken as a supplement to improve physical performance when exercising, as it postpones muscle fatigue. Learn more about beta-alanine supplements can be taken for, how to take them, and the possible side effects associated with use.

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Bovine Colostrum: Health Benefits, How to Take & Side Effects

Bovine colostrum is a cow's milk product that can increase physical performance and strengthen immunity. It is rich in protein, fats, vitamins, minerals and immunoglobulins. Learn more about the health benefits of bovine colostrum, how to take it, and the side effects and contraindications associated with use.

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7 Coconut Benefits for your Health (plus Nutrition & Recipes)

Coconut is a fruit that is rich in fiber, antioxidants and minerals that improve bowel function, strengthen the immune system and promote weight loss. Learn more about other coconut benefits, its nutritional composition, and how to eat it, including healthy recipes .

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12 Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Include in Your Diet

Anti-inflammatory foods, such as saffron and berries, work by reducing the production of substances in the body that promote inflammation and lead to conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes or cancer. Check-out a list of anti-inflammatory foods that you should incorporate into your diet.

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Graduated from Grand Rio University with a degree in Nutrition. Licensed to practice under license # 10100509.
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