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Vitamin A

6 Things Watermelon Can Do for Your Body

First published July 2018 I believe your pregnant body lets you know what it needs and what it doesn’t need, hence the reason I couldn’t stand the taste or smell of coffee or wine during the first trimester. I craved red meat during my pregnancy Madelyn like a T rex, and then found out I was […]

18 Foods (& Recipes) to Rev Up Your Immune System

You’ve taken your kids for their flu shots, you’ve stocked up on antibacterial soap and you’ve instructed your children to cough in their sleeve, to not share any drinks and to run for the hills when someone sneezes. But, is the food they are eating also helping to prevent the illnesses so prevalent at this time of […]

4 Reasons to Eat Cranberries

Due to their high nutrient and antioxidant content, cranberries are often referred to as a “super food.” Here are a why cranberries are good for you: • A half a cup of cranberries contains only 25 calories. • They are great for your urinary tract (so is peeing after sex) • They have been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects. • They […]

Pumpkin Pie Smoothie with Banana & Coconut Milk

This yummy, healthful smoothie recipe from Whole Foods is packed with vitamin A, potassium and fiber. Make it even healthier by topping with some ground flax seeds! The, read why you should add pumpkin to your mornings while you’re enjoying...