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Defy aging with every bite!
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 Winter Foods With Superpowers By Grace O
Even living in sunny California during winter when the days are shorter and a little bit chilly, I like to prepare hearty winter produce that also happens to fall into the "superfoods" category. Their many disease fighting and anti-aging properties make them some of my top FoodTrients-filled produce. These fruits and vegetables lend themselves to recipes that serve as comfort foods during the cold, dark winter months, but they have the added benefit of doing great things for your body.
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Problems With the Modern Diet
By Life Extension
Even if you eat a healthy diet, you may not be absorbing vital fat-soluble nutrients and amino acids needed for optimal health. That's because with age, we experience a decline in the enzymes our bodies produce to break down foods into absorbable nutrients. Fortunately, studies show that by supplementing with the right mixture of digestive enzymes, older adults can take meaningful steps to maintain their digestive health. The result can be better digestion, less abdominal distress, and greater assimilation of vital nutrients like vitamins K, D, and omega-3s. Read More
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Spice It Up With Lentil Soup
By Grace O
Lentil soup is a nutritional powerhouse! When combined with other vegetables and spices, lentils will leave you feeling full longer than other types of soups. Part of the legume (bean) family, lentils contain high levels of both soluble and insoluble fiber, making them a satiating and low calorie choice, helpful for weight management. Soluble fiber absorbs water and creates a gel consistency that is known for binding cholesterol-containing bile and escorting it out of the body. Get The Recipe!
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