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Is the Acai Berry Really Effective in Weight Loss?
Claims have been sprouting up within the weight-loss industry of acai berries as a weight-loss superfood. Although acai berries provide valuable health benefits, they may not be effective in the quest to lose weight.
Crunchy Wonton Cups with Egg, Avocado and Sun-dried Tomato
As Moms, we’re always looking for easy, delicious recipes that the kids will love as much as we do. Well look no further, these little wonton stuffed egg cups are the perfect little number for the entire family, as well as the ideal appetizer for your next adult-only soiree. And to top it all off,…
Are Olives Good for Lowering LDL Cholesterol?
Your body needs some fat to function properly. While some types of fat, such as trans fat and saturated fat can be harmful, other types of fat, such as polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, can actually help you. If you have high cholesterol, you may be able to lower it by adjusting your diet and eating more foods that contain monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, such as olives and olive oil.
Top 10 Snack Foods for Teenagers
Everyone, young and old, can benefit from snacking between meals. This is truer with teens who are in the active stages of their lives. Make sure your teen gets all the proper nutrition by providing something for her to grab to snack on when hunger pangs kick in. Healthy snack foods ensure good health for your teenager.
Why Coconut Oil Is So Good For Pregnant & Nursing Mothers
Coconut oil contains large amounts of lauric acid, a powerful anti-microbial fatty acid that protects the immune system of the fetus and newborn.Pregnant and nursing mothers should eat coconut oil to increase the quality of the womb environment and breast milk