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August 16, 2023/Nutrition

Foods Rich in Polyphenols — and Why They’re Important

… and the molecules attached to each ring.Sparing you the lessons in organic chemistry, all those various kinds of polyphenols essentially do the same thing: They help defend your body from chronic disease.Polyphenols and …

Parent measuring kid's height.
November 21, 2022/Children's Health

How Tall Will Your Child Be?

… shorter side.”NutritionNo specific vitamin, mineral or supplement has been scientifically proven to affect height. But for kids to properly grow, they need adequate nutrition. That may be difficult if your child is a picky …

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April 1, 2025/Nutrition

What Is High Fructose Corn Syrup? And Why It’s Bad for You

… with added sugars, including high fructose corn syrup,” Patton points out. “And you’ll get the fiber, vitamins and minerals that you need.”And for those occasions where nothing will do the trick quite like …

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March 15, 2024/Nutrition

Phytonutrients: What They Are and Where To Find Them

… phytonutrients, so we can only begin to skim the surface of what they are and what they do. But some common types include:Carotenoids.Ellagic acid.Flavonoids.Glucosinolates.Phytoestrogens.Importantly, you need a variety of …

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Person in kitchen holding placard with six foods containing calcium, like tofu, broccoli and almonds
September 6, 2024/Nutrition

Food for Your Bones: How To Follow the Osteoporosis Diet

… promoting bone formation and preventing bone decay.Another good thing to remember is that many of the vitamins and nutrients your bones need can be found in a variety of foods. So, no, you’re …

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July 15, 2025/Primary Care

Cold Sore? Here’s How To Get Rid of It Fast

… the first day or so of the cold sore developing. If you wait longer, they won’t do much to help.“If you’re one of the unlucky people who tends to get cold sore …

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September 27, 2022/Nutrition

Do Fats Make You Fat?

Dietary fat. Nothing about that sounds healthy, right? That’s because in the minds of many people, eating fatty food means that you’ll get … well, fat.But it’s not quite that simple, says …

Baby sitting on floor by crib, playing with blocks, with one in their mouth
April 23, 2025/Children's Health

Here’s Why Babies Put Everything in Their Mouths

There’s an unspoken rule among babies: If it’s within reach, it goes in their mouths. It doesn’t matter if “it” is their shirt sleeve, your car keys or a muddy shoe.Exhausted …

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February 7, 2020/Children's Health

What To Do When Your Child Won’t Drink Milk

“But I don’t want milk! Do I really have to drink it?”Coercing kids to consume calcium is a daily struggle for some parents. We all know milk is good for bones, but …

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March 6, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

Facial Acids: Know What You Need in Your Skin Care Routine

If you’re living with acne, redness and signs of aging, like wrinkles or sun spots, it’s only natural to want to find a solution that works for you.TV commercials, social media and …

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