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Asparagus – Birth Defect Fighter

Asparagus is a strange looking vegetable, it doesn’t look very appetizing but is full of essential nutrients. This vegetable is an excellent source of vitamin K and folate . Vitamin K is important for blood clotting and cell development. Although, too much vitamin K may increase the risk of blood clots in the heart and brain.

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2009 New Year’s Resolution Wellness Tips – Part Three

With the economy not doing so well, 2009 is going to be one of the hardest year for many of us. Even though the economy is in bad shape, this doesn’t mean that your body has to be in bad shape too. Below is a list of some of my most important wellness related articles from 2008.

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Natural Remedies – Disease Fighting Herbs Part 2

Natural remedies have been used for many centuries to fight off diseases. Since the invention of vaccine and modern medicine, many people is relying less and less on these natural healers. It’s important not to forget about them because some of these herbs contain natural disease resistance components that are not found in modern medicine.

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Natural Remedies – Disease Fighting Herbs Part 1

Using herbs to heal your body and strengthening your immune system have many health benefits and can save you a lot of money. Unlike many traditional medicine, herbs heal your body naturally and are usually cheaper.

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Blueberries – Nature’s Best Antioxidant

Blueberry is one of the fruits with the highest level of antioxidants, such as flavonoids, anthocyanin, phenolic compounds, beta-carotene, ellagic acid, and vitamin C, A and E. Antioxidants are thought to help slow down the aging process and protect the body from the negative effects of free radicals.

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Cauliflower – High In Fiber & Vitamin C

Cauliflower is high in fiber, vitamin C and low in calories. Fiber is important for regulating the absorption of nutrients and bowel movements. Fiber also help regulate blood sugar levels by slowing down the digesting process and is known to lower cholesterol levels.

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Best Antioxidant Foods

Antioxidants are important for protecting your cells and DNA from getting damage by free radicals because they neutralize them by donating one of their own electron. Free radicals are basically atoms or molecules that had loss an electron.

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Apricot Fruit – Heart & Eye Health

Apricot is important for energy because it has high levels of antioxidants and vitamins. Antioxidants are great for reducing the negative effects of free radicals which may lead to cancer and premature aging. Vitamins are important for promoting normal body growth and development, and the release of energy.

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Acai Berry: Health and Nutrition

Acai is found in the Amazon rain-forest in Brazil and looks similar to grapes with a royal purple color. The fruit taste kind of like blueberries with a mint of chocolate. Acai is packed with vitamin B1, B2, B3, C, E, potassium, phosphorus, fiber, proteins, calcium, omega 9, omega 6 and antioxidants.