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December 28, 2015 - Issue 3418


Magnesium — A Key Nutrient for Health and Disease Prevention

Magnesium — A Key Nutrient for Health and Disease Prevention

December 28, 2015

A century ago, we were getting an estimated 500mg from the food we ate, but today we are only getting 150 to 300 grams. And if you're stressed or lacking in sleep, it makes this deficiency far worse - putting you at increased risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and diabetes...

Supercharge Your Salad: Ditch the Lettuce

sprout salad

December 28, 2015

Lettuce isn't all it's cracked up to be in terms of nutrition and new research shows it may even be taxing the environment. This simple swap can supercharge your salad, turning it into a truly healthy meal.

Herbs for Brainpower

Herb Benefits

December 28, 2015

A compound found in certain flavorful herbs triggered the growth of new brain cells in just 25 days. Better yet, the researchers believe a diet rich in this substance may beneficially influence the formation of neurons in your brain.