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Continue ReadingQuick-cook oatmeal is nearly as healthy as slow-cooking varieties, but less tasty. Find out some of the basic health benefits of oatmeal and what the …
Continue ReadingIf you don’t have onions included in your diet, you should think twice about your decision. Studies have shown that onions lower the risk of cancer, …
Continue ReadingIf you have white bread as an important part of your diet, you should consider switching to whole wheat bread for its health benefits.
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Continue ReadingBitter gourd or bitter melon is a tropical vegetable, which has a bitter taste and a ridged, bumpy skin. It is mainly found in parts of Africa, the …
Continue ReadingSpicy food can also be healthy food. The two principal ingredients used to spice up hot food are chile peppers and red cayenne pepper. Here we talk …
Continue ReadingThe typical American diet is loaded with salt, and experts agree that cutting back on sodium can reduce the risk of high blood pressure and heart …
Continue ReadingCarbohydrates can be a healthy part of the diet, providing much needed energy for life- but not all carbs are equal. Find out which may cause you to …
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