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Health Benefits of Blackberries

Rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, blackberries make a nutritious treat. Packed with antioxidants, blackberries also help combat damage from free radicals. more...

Low Glycemic Load Fruits and Vegetables

Eating a low GL-diet does not mean giving up good-for-you foods such as fruits and vegetables. Learn which fruits and veggies have the lowest GL values. more...

Health Benefits of Flaxseed

Flaxseeds are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and other essential nutrients. Learn the health benefits of eating flaxseeds and how to buy and store them. more...

Banana Facts - A Healthy, Low-Fat Snack

Bananas have little sodium or fat and are an excellent source of potassium. With a sweet taste and creamy texture, bananas are a delicious and healthy food choice. more...

A Basic Guide to the Strawberry

Packed with essential nutrients, having almost no fat, and being very low in calories makes strawberries a quick and nutritious snack for both kids and adults. more...

Healthy Whole-Grain Options

While lesser-known sources of whole grains, amaranth, farro, millet, spelt, and triticale are just as nutritious and easy to use as the more common types of whole grains. more...

Resistant Starch in Food

Resistant starch, a nutrient found in certain carbohydrate-rich foods, mimics fiber during digestion and provides many of the same health benefits. more...

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Aspartame and Health

By: James Pendleton

Aspartame is a sweetener backed by industry dollars, and plagued by anecdotal controversies. While some accusations remain unproven, others have clinical relevance. more...

Composition and Health Benefits of Bananas

By: Nita Mukherjee

Archeological excavations have shown that bananas were cultivated even in 8000 BC, so the banana may have been the oldest and first cultivated fruit. more...

Diets for Diabetics

By: Tracy Morris

Watching your weight by cutting calories to 1,500 a day can already be a daunting prospect. But when you add in the challenge of being diabetic, it may seem overwhelming. more...

The Age-Accelerating Effects of Fructose

By: James Pendleton

High fructose corn syrup is associated with a chemical process that prematurely ages and kills cellular tissues. more...

Grass-Fed Beef

By: Christine Harmon

Just when you thought you'd finally figured out the whole organic thing, the grass-fed movement erupted. What is all the buzz about, and what does it mean? more...

Cooking Without Sugar

By: Feature Writer Sandra Williams

Reducing sugar is good for teeth, skin and helps weight loss. Too much sugar causes weight gain and affects blood sugar levels, increasing the risk for diabetes. more...

Composition and Health Benefits of Carrots

By: Nita Mukherjee

The carrot is widely known as a vegetable that is easy to grow, delicious and highly nutritious. It is a health booster and tonic, with a number of benefits. more...

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