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Popular Foods With More Fiber Than Oatmeal

Susan S. Johnson 4 days ago

When you think of getting more fiber in, what food do you think about eating? Oatmeal is likely a top contender, given that it’s always being pushed as a heart-healthy, fiber-rich breakfast option. And while both of these facts are true (and oatmeal is still considered the best breakfast for longevity), there are some foods on grocery shelves that actually have more fiber than oatmeal does!

According to the American Heart Association (AHA), you should be consuming around 25 to 30 grams of fiber a day in order to keep your body and heart healthy—especially when it

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9 of the Best Foods for Healthy Hair (and 3 to Avoid)

Susan S. Johnson 6 days ago

Shiny, bouncy tresses are at the top of our wish list pretty much always. And while we’re no stranger to trying different beauty products in order to get us one inch closer to Blake Lively-esque locks, we’ve never thought about using what’s in our kitchen to boost our hair health. But according to nutritionist Frida Harju-Westman, what you eat can have a significant impact on your mane. Here, nine foods to add to your diet for beautiful hair and three to avoid.

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“As strands of hair are made up of protein

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15 Iron-Rich Foods You’re Probably Not Eating Enough Of

Susan S. Johnson 1 week ago
Photo credit: Carlo A - Getty Images

Photo credit: Carlo A – Getty Images

Did you know that iron is found in every single cell of the body? This important mineral is needed to make hemoglobin, a part of red blood cells that helps carry oxygen throughout the body so cells can produce energy. Although iron is found in a variety of foods, approximately 10 million Americans are iron deficient.

What is iron deficiency?

When your iron stores run low, iron deficiency anemia can develop. Some causes could be not consuming enough iron-rich foods, issues with absorbing iron, heavy bleeding or losing more blood cells and

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Foods That Can Aid In Disgestion | Majic 105.7

Susan S. Johnson 2 weeks ago

Everyone knows what it means to be physically healthy but what about having a healthy gut? Many of us have dealt with stomach issues and know what it is like feel bloated, nauseas or even just uneasy. According to Megan Rossi, Ph.D, RD, A.K.A. The Gut Health Doctor, says that we should diversify our diet to help have a healthier balance in our digestive tract.

Our bodies create good bacteria to help break down the food you eat. Vegetarian and vegan diets have shown to create a healthier gut microbiome. Lacey Dunn, M.S., RDN, owner of Uplift Fit Nutrition

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