Tag: minerals

Giant letter K with foods with vitamin K and supplements surrounding it
March 25, 2024/Nutrition

The Power of Potassium: Why You Need This Essential Mineral

Found in an abundance of foods, potassium is an electrolyte that helps your muscles contract and acts as a counterbalance to sodium

variety of food groups containing manganese and magnesium
November 29, 2023/Nutrition

Manganese vs. Magnesium: Two Important Minerals With Key Differences

They’re both essential minerals but do different jobs in your body

Top view of a bowl of chili topped with sour cream and jalapeños with tortilla chips for dipping.
November 23, 2023/Nutrition

Recipe Adventure: How To Build a Better Bowl of Chili

From meat to beans, we’ve got some ideas to help you create the perfect-for-you chili recipe

glass of cherry juice with cherries on table
November 7, 2023/Nutrition

Sleepy Girl Mocktail: What’s in It and Does It Really Make You Sleep Better?

This social media sleep hack with tart cherry juice and magnesium could be worth a try

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cut up butternut squash on tray
October 17, 2023/Nutrition

11 Foods Full of Beta-Carotene and Their Health Benefits

This rich nutrient — found in more than just carrots! — turns into vitamin A in your body

broccoli, red peppers, and other bright vegetables
October 5, 2023/Eye Care

What To Eat (and Avoid) When You Have Macular Degeneration

Eating a balanced diet can help protect your eyes and may prevent AMD from progressing

Chickpea spinach pancakes displayed on a plate with the angle from above.
September 11, 2023/Recipes

Recipe: Savory Chickpea and Spinach Pancakes

Yes, pancakes for dinner!

foods with high levels of iodine
September 6, 2023/Nutrition

5 Health Benefits of Iodine

Pass the (iodized) salt to support your thyroid, disinfect a wound and more

Person eating kale salad with chickpeas, natural source of manganese.
August 27, 2023/Nutrition

5 Health Benefits of Manganese

This mineral improves brain function, lowers inflammation and is vital for strong bones

foods enriched with selenium
May 30, 2023/Nutrition

What Selenium Is and Why You Need It (But Not Too Much of It)

This essential mineral helps your thyroid and reproductive function, among other benefits

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