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Weatherproof Your Skin with Collagen

Collagen is a key component of the skin's structure, responsible for keeping it firm and elastic. As we age, our bodies begin to slow the production of collagen, resulting in fine lines and wrinkles, and decreased moisture.
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Power to the Purple... Corn!

Colorful corn is bursting with health benefits!
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Cleanse Your Body

A cleansing diet can help fortify your body.
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Fall Allergy Relief

A fall chill may be in the air, but if you're one of the 40 million Americans suffering from allergic rhinitis, otherwise known as hay fever, a change in the seasons doesn't necessarily mean a break...
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Organic Labels Defined

Consumers can buy USDA-certified organic products with confidence. When a product carries the organic label, this claim guarantees that it has been grown, handled, and processed according to strict...
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Hypertension

Background Hypertension, which occurs when the blood pressure in your arteries is too high, can lead to blood vessel diseases such as strokes, heart attacks, and leg pain caused during walking. As...
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Probiotics and Weight Loss

Looking to lose weight? It might be a good idea to consider probiotic bacteria.
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Nutrition Basics For School-Aged Kids

In addition to a diet of whole foods, a daily multivitamin/mineral supports your child's growth and development. It's "insurance to prevent nutrient deficiencies," says Elson M. Haas, MD, and it...
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Nutrients for Beauty

Vitamins are important for achieving a healthy glow that radiates from the inside out. You are what you eat! Eating healthy foods rich in nutrients and antioxidants will reflect a beautiful you in the mirror. If you cannot always eat a collagen-producing diet, supplements are another alternative.
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Understanding the Basics

It's easy to feel confused when you hear the terms: celiac disease, non-celiac wheat sensitivity, wheat allergy. What do they mean? What are the differences between them? A lot, it turns out. But the...