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June 5, 2017 - Issue 3943


Why Coconut Oil Is So Good for You

Why Coconut Oil Is So Good for You

June 5, 2017

If you've stayed away from this because you've been misled to believe it is fattening, you'll be pleasantly surprised to learn that incorporating this fat into a healthy diet can actually help you lose weight and is a vital part of the human diet.

How the Right Knife Can Increase Nutrients

best knife for chopping vegetables

June 5, 2017

Perhaps you didn't know the way you handle your lettuce or avocados could make a difference in the nutrients those foods provide, but new research indicates that cutting veggies rather than tearing them by hand renders compounds such as antioxidant polyphenols far more powerful and bioavailable.

Ginger Fights Obesity

ginger benefits

June 5, 2017

Ginger, an ancient, highly prized spice, has been known as being protective against many chronic diseases, but recently it's been tapped for its effectiveness against obesity and metabolic syndrome. What else can ginger do for you?