Old Fashion New England Seafood Chowder

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Old Fashion New England Seafood Chowder

[Mood Tip: Seafood chowders are an excellent source of the antioxidant selenium, as well as calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin B12, nutrients that aid in brain function and mood regulation. For example, a study from the National Institute

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Minestrone with Spinach and Orzo Pasta

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Minestrone with Spinach and Orzo Pasta

Spinach adds to the freshness of this hearty main-course Italian soup. For a twist, chop all ingredients small to compliment the rice-shaped pasta. Experiment with different ingredients or if you like more or less of an ingredient.

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Spicy Shrimp Gumbo over Couscous

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Spicy Shrimp Gumbo over Couscous

[Food Tip: Gumbo, a Southern regional dish, is a thick stew with a spicy Creole tomato base that typically includes fish, foul, sausage, or a combination of the three. Okra, a vegetable often used in gumbos due to its delicate flavor

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Pasta Fagioli

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Pasta Fagioli

[Food Tip: Fagioli is a classic Italian soup made up of pasta, beans, and vegetables] Serve with a crisp green salad. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup sweet yellow onion, chopped 1/2 cup carrot, finely chopped 1/2 cup

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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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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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Endometriosis and the Role of Diet

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Endometriosis and the Role of Diet

The painful symptoms of endometriosis are caused by connective tissue that grows outside of the uterus and attaches to the surrounding areas of the body. Conventional western medicine typically uses medication and surgery to treat

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