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Need More Iron? Try These 17 Food Sources

Nikki — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Need more iron in your diet? “Iron is a naturally occurring mineral and an essential nutrient. This means our bodies need it to function normally but can’t produce it themselves.” Some people are very deficient in iron so it’s important to explore the foods that are high in it and add those to your diet. Check with your doctor before changing your entire diet, but the link below helps explain what iron does for your body and 17 food sources that can help boost your iron levels naturally. Remember, everyone’s body is different therefore the amount of iron you may need may be different from someone else.

Need More Iron? Try These 17 Food Sources

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5 Vitamin C-Rich Foods

Nikki — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:00:46 +0000

Vitamin C has a lot of benefits especially when you are feeling under the weather and your body is just drained. Besides taking a vitamin C supplement, there are other ways to get the daily intake which is 90 mg/day for men and 75mg/day for women. Citrus fruits are one of the most prevalent ways to get your daily dose of vitamin C through food, but there are actually a lot of other foods that are also rich in vitamin C that aren’t oranges. Check out the link below for 5 of these foods!!

5 Vitamin C-Rich Foods to Eat That Aren’t Oranges

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Adding More Fiber to Your Diet

Nikki — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 15:00:52 +0000

I’m always looking to add some more fiber to my diet, especially since it’s recommended that women get 22 to 28 grams of fiber per day. To put that into perspective, one banana has 3 grams of fiber so you would have to eat 7-9 bananas in one day to get the recommended fiber. So if you are falling short of fiber intake and would like to add more to your diet, the following link contains 12 high fiber recipes to add to any meal plan.

12 High-Fiber Recipes to Add to Your Diet

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How Often Should You Poop?

Nikki — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 18:00:10 +0000

How often should you poop? A question many might be shy to discuss, but in fact your bowel movements are very essential to your overall health. Bowel movements get rid of the waste in your body so it’s important that this is happening on a regular schedule. Everyone’s body is different therefore their bowel movements can also be different. “But how often should you poop each day, week, or month?” If you are wondering if your schedule is normal or not, check out the following article in the link below.

How Often Should You Poop?

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Health Benefits of Brussel Sprouts

Nikki — Tue, 08 Mar 2022 21:00:35 +0000

A highly underestimated veggie in my opinion are brussel sprouts. I don’t think it gets as much love as it deserves and honestly the nutritional benefits are outstanding! Basically a small version of the cabbage, brussel sprouts can be prepared in so many different ways. High in fiber, rich in phytonutrients and antioxidant-like compounds, and a great source of vitamin k and c, these are just a few of the reasons why brussel sprouts need to be highlighted as a great addition to any diet. Check out the link below for some more reasons why everyone should love these little green veggies!!

4 Reasons to Love Brussels Sprouts

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How Cooking at Home Can Help You Lose Weight

Nikki — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 21:00:55 +0000

We are all tired of spending long hours in the kitchen trying to prepare meals that everyone in the family will enjoy. Sometimes it’s just easier to take-out, or enjoy a nice meal in a favorite restaurant. Besides being very costly, prepared food can have a high calorie tag attached. “A 2014 study published in the journal Public Health Nutrition found that people who eat more meals at home consume 200 fewer calories at meals than those who eat out on the regular.” This next article explains why cooking at home can help you lose weight. That doesn’t mean you can not enjoy a night out, but if you are going to dine outside the home, try choosing meals on the healthier side. Most restaurants have many healthy options now!!

How Cooking at Home Can Help You Lose Weight

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Dietary Guidelines for Americans

Nikki — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 16:43:52 +0000

Eating healthy is important for every stage of life and the newest Dietary Guidelines for Americans published by the USDA and HHS say just that. “The newest guidelines emphasize that everyone can benefit from healthy dietary patterns, whether or not you’re trying to lose weight.” Check out 4 of the 2020-2025 dietary guidelines below. You can also find the entire guidelines document in the article as well.

What You Need to Know About the New Dietary Guidelines

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5 Ways to Put Yourself First

Nikki — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 16:00:17 +0000

Taking care of yourself is very important for your health, especially now in times of hardships, stress, and uncertainty. Self-care is not only good for your physical self, but your emotional well-being. Ask yourself this question… When was the last time you put yourself first?… and if you can’t seem to remember, then it’s been too long!! Check out the article below for 5 practical and easy ways to put yourself first. Remember putting your needs first isn’t being selfish, it’s taking care of you so you can take care of others!!

5 Practical and Easy Ways to Put Yourself First

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What is Bulletproof Coffee?

Nikki — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 16:23:09 +0000

Today is National Gourmet Coffee Day and whether you enjoy brewing at home or grabbing one at the local coffee shop, bulletproof coffee has become very popular. So, what is bulletproof coffee? In a nutshell, bulletproof coffee is a creamy coffee drink made with coffee, grass-fed butter, and MCT oil. It’s intended to replace your breakfast with a high calorie drink that helps increase energy and endurance. Check out the link below for some more information on bulletproof coffee and if it is a good fit for your dietary needs.

Should You Be Drinking Bulletproof Coffee?

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