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Fava Beans: Health Benefits Nutrition & How to Cook/Eat

Fava beans are rich in plant-based protein, fiber, and antioxidants that help build muscle, regulate blood sugar, support heart and brain health, and prevent birth defects. Learn about their nutrition facts, health benefits, and how to cook and enjoy them safely.

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Are Cashews Good For You? 14 Health Benefits Plus Nutrition Facts

Cashews are rich in antioxidants, polyphenols, and healthy fats that help fight free radicals, reduce cholesterol, and control blood sugar. Learn are cashews good for you, their benefits for heart health, mood, muscles, and bones, and how to include them in a balanced diet.

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Asparagus: 9 Health Benefits Plus Recipes

Asparagus is a nutrient-rich vegetable that supports heart, bone, and eye health, aids digestion, boosts immunity, and helps prevent anemia. Learn about the top health benefits of asparagus, its nutritional value, and simple recipes to include it in a balanced diet.

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Cherimoya: Health Benefits, Properties, Nutrition & How to Eat

Cherimoya is a tropical fruit rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants that may help prevent constipation, support heart and brain health, regulate blood sugar, and lower blood pressure. Learn about cherimoya’s benefits, nutrition facts, side effects, and healthy ways to enjoy it.

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Beet Juice: 9 Health Benefits (Plus Recipes)

Beet juice is rich in nitrates, antioxidants, and vitamins that help lower blood pressure, boost exercise performance, improve circulation, and support skin and eye health. Learn how to make beet juice at home and explore its top health benefits and easy recipe options.

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Glucerna: Indications for Use, Instructions & Side Effects

Glucerna is a nutritional supplement for people with diabetes that helps manage blood sugar levels and reduce glucose spikes. Available as powder or ready-to-drink shakes, Glucerna supports hunger control, weight management, and provides essential vitamins and minerals.

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Magnesium Glycinate: Benefits, How to Take & Side Effects

Magnesium glycinate is a form of magnesium bound to glycine that’s easily absorbed and may help reduce muscle fatigue, improve sleep, lower anxiety, support heart and bone health, and balance blood sugar when used under medical guidance.

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Magnesium Malate: 7 Health Benefits, How to Take & Dose

Magnesium malate is a dietary supplement that is indicated to increase energy levels, improve physical performance, help control blood sugar levels, reduce chronic pain caused by fibromyalgia and aid in the treatment of osteoporosis. Learn more about the health benefits of magensium malate, and how to take it and dosing.

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Stevia: Is It Safe? (5 Possible Benefits, How to Use & Side Effects)

Stevia is a natural sweetener derived from the Stevia rebaudiana plant that can help regulate blood sugar, support heart health, and aid in weight control. Learn how stevia is used, its benefits, possible side effects, and who should use it with caution.

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Healthy Snacks: 12 Easy Recipes (with Calories & Macros)

Discover the best healthy snacks to add to your daily diet, including yogurt with fruits, hummus with veggies, overnight oats, guacamole, and more. Learn how these balanced snack ideas support weight control, muscle growth, and overall wellness with simple, nutritious ingredients.

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Buzz Button Plant: Health Benefits, Recipes & Contraindications

The buzz button plant, also known as jambu or paracress, is rich in fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. Learn about its health benefits, including improved digestion, blood pressure control, pain relief, and antioxidant effects that help prevent premature aging.

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Borage Oil: Indications for Use, How to Take & Side Effects

Borage oil, extracted from the seeds of *Borago officinalis*, is rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) and may help relieve PMS, menopause, eczema, and arthritis symptoms. It also supports heart health, immunity, and overall well-being thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

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Is Rice Good for You? 9 Health Benefits Plus Recipes

Wondering is rice good for you? Discover how different types of rice, like brown, black, and wild, can lower cholesterol, support digestion, boost energy, and help with weight control. Learn about their nutrients, health benefits, and healthy ways to include rice in your diet.

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10 Jackfruit Benefits: Nutrition, How to Eat & Side Effects

Jackfruit benefits include fighting constipation, aiding weight loss, managing blood pressure, boosting immunity and preventing premature aging. Rich in fiber, vitamin C and antioxidants, jackfruit can be eaten raw, dried or in recipes, while its seeds can be boiled, roasted or ground into flour.

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Is Peanut Butter Good For You? 10 Benefits, Nutrition & How to Make

Peanut butter is rich in protein, fiber, and healthy fats that support muscle growth, regulate blood sugar, improve heart health, and boost energy. Learn the answer to “is peanut butter good for you,” its benefits, nutrition facts, and when it may not be recommended.

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