Swiss Chard with Garlic and Oregano

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Swiss Chard with Garlic and Oregano

Packed with folic acid, vitamin C, beta carotene, iron, and fiber, Swiss chard is one of the most nutritious vegetables there is!  This recipe is simple and goes well with any Italian dish. Leftovers can be whipped into mashed

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The Big Picture on Eye Health

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The Big Picture on Eye Health

Audrey Hepburn said, “The beauty of a woman must be seen from in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart…” Quotes like these are abundant and it is no wonder why, because the eyes really do express emotion as

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Nutrition and Macular Degeneration

Healthy Aging

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Nutrition and Macular Degeneration

Macular degeneration is one of the leading causes of vision loss associated with ageing. The macula is a part of the eye that is responsible for the sharp vision we need for fine details like reading. It is the deterioration of

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Think High Protein COPD Diet

Healthy Aging

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Think High Protein COPD Diet

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is progressive and symptoms such as shortness of breath and fatigue can worsen over time. Unplanned weight loss is common with COPD because of increased calorie needs, common lung infections,

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Cruciferous Veggies and Hypothyroidism

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Cruciferous Veggies and Hypothyroidism

Brussel sprouts, broccoli, cabbage, turnips, radishes, among others are vegetables that belong to a family of plants called Cruciferae, typically called cruciferous. Cruciferous vegetables have long been presented as a nutritious

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