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  • Six essential nutrients and how you can get them

    Six essential nutrients and how you can get them

    Find yourself feeling tired even after a day’s rest? Or that your leg muscles are cramping even though you haven’t worked out, or even walked much? Chances are you are suffering from nutrient deficiencies, which can impact bodily functions and energy levels. Here’s a look at six essential nutrients your body needs, and how you…

  • Seeds May Prevent Weight Gain

    Seeds May Prevent Weight Gain

    Seeds may be tiny, but they’re packed with nutrients  such as protein, fiber, iron, vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids. They may also be good for your waistline, a recent study shows. The study, conducted by researchers from Harvard School of Public Health and published in an August issue of the American Journal of Epidemiology, revealed…