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Rice Paper Rolls vs. Sushi Rolls

Rice Paper Rolls vs. Sushi Rolls
You’re on your lunch break and proudly walked past the less healthy alternatives to the sushi bar. Sushi is can be a great alternative to mix up your lunch routine but there is often confusion over which is better, rice paper rolls or sushi rolls? This depends on many factors: The Rice Firstly, both are…
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A Vital Mineral You Need to Know About

A Vital Mineral You Need to Know About
Are you getting enough of a mineral which decreases your risk of cancer, heart disease, improves fertility and mental function, protects and creates new DNA, keeps your thyroid functioning optimally and your metabolism running at a healthy rate? The mineral which which is linked to all these health benefits and roles is selenium. Selenium has…
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Do You Have Low Iron?

Do You Have Low Iron?
Have you been feeling like you can never fully concentrate, run down, tired, have regular headaches, constantly fatigued and unable to cope with any intense session at the gym? You may be one of the nearly 2 in 3 women in Australia over the age of 18 years who have iron deficiency.   What is…
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Why Peanut Butter Is Your Friend

Why Peanut Butter Is Your Friend
How often have you felt that peanut butter is too full of energy to be included on your sandwich? I have some good news for you as moderate inclusion of peanut butter in you diet can assist both your health and waistline? 1. Peanut Butter Keep You Full Peanut butter contains protein, fibre and fat,…
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How to Make Chocolate Healthier for You

How to Make Chocolate Healthier for You
If you are like many of us the ability to stop at just one piece of chocolate is almost laughable. The good news is there are ways you can help stop yourself from consuming a whole bar of chocolate, which ultimately leads to regret and feeling sick. Try these 4 ideas to satisfy your sweet…
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For Strong Bones Drink A Glass Of…Prune Juice?!

For Strong Bones Drink A Glass Of…Prune Juice?!
You have probably been told from childhood to drink your milk if you want strong bones. It is true dairy gives your bones many essential nutrients needed for strong bone formation, but have you ever thought of prunes? Prunes are a powerhouse of nutrients and some of these nutrients are essential for your body to…
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Full Fat Dairy More Friend Than Foe

Full Fat Dairy More Friend Than Foe
Not long ago you were probably drilled with the message low fat everything is the way to optimal health. Times have been changing since then as research into the types of fats and their role in your health have increased. Dairy is one which has been hit hard with the low-fat message and this may…
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Secret Nutrition Habits To A Longer Life

Secret Nutrition Habits To A Longer Life
You would not be alone if you were feeling completely confused to what ‘super food’ you should eat to live a longer and healthier life. The reality is that one single food cannot fuel your body with optimal nutrition, it is a combination of factors and lifestyle choices that will ultimately determine your quality of…
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