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5 Health Benefits of Garlic

Nutrition

5 Health Benefits of Garlic

Garlic is good for a lot more than just keeping the vampires aware. It’s also anti-microbial, immune-boosting and heart protective. You can get the health benefits of garlic by eating more or taking supplements. Raw is definitely best if you’re adding it to your diet, but cooking it will still maintain some of the benefits.

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Heather Tick2017-06-21T12:57:55-07:00January 24th, 2017|Nutrition|

What Are Antioxidants and Why Do You Need Them?

You’ve likely heard of antioxidants before. But what exactly are antioxidants, and why do you need them?

Antioxidants are compounds found naturally in the foods that we eat. Our bodies even make some of them, but today we are going to discuss the ones we need to eat to stay in optimal health. Fruits, vegetables, and […]

Heather Tick2017-06-21T12:33:37-07:00December 20th, 2016|Nutrition|

5 Incredible Health Benefits of Eating Turmeric

There are many good foods we don’t eat enough of. Turmeric is high on the list.

Whenever we enjoy curries, our bodies enjoy the boost of turmeric to its pain-fighting arsenal. Turmeric may even be more effective than pharmaceuticals in the battle against several chronic diseases. It also has […]

Heather Tick2017-06-20T15:09:03-07:00February 17th, 2015|Nutrition, Pain Management|