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Hydroxytyrosol — 10 Super Nutrients You’ve Never Heard Of

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Hydroxytyrosol – Part 3 of 10

Hydroxytyrosol is a polyphenol found primarily in olive oil, and also in red and white wine. Animal studies have shown that hydroxytyrosol improves blood lipids, prevents the growth of atherosclerotic plaque and reduces damage to tissue caused by cigarette smoke. A multicenter clinical trial investigating the effects of olive oil on blood lipids found that consumption of extra-virgin olive oil was linked to higher levels of HDL cholesterol and lower levels of LDL cholesterol. Hydroxytyrosol may also protect against breast cancer. Although it is difficult to quantify the amounts

Naringenin — 10 Super Nutrients You’ve Never Heard Of

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Naringenin – Part 2 of 10

Naringenin is a bioflavonoid found mostly in the juice of grapefruit, oranges and other citrus fruits.

Laboratory studies have shown that it blocks damage to DNA in cells, may help regulate blood sugar levels and appears to block glucose production by the liver.

Rutin — 10 Super Nutrients You’ve Never Heard Of

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Rutin – Part 1 of 10

Rutin, a bioflavonoid with potent anti-inflammatory properties, is primarily found in buckwheat and is also present in varying amounts in asparagus, citrus fruit and tea.

Because it has been shown to prevent bruising and swelling and appears to strengthen blood capillaries, rutin shows promise in the prevention and treatment of venous leg disease. Rutin may also lock the production of histamine, the substance responsible for allergic reactions in the body.

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New Mom’s Diet Secret

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I came across this article recently and wanted to share it with all the new mothers out there. Source: New York Times News Service When Jessica Jochim returned to work after her three-month maternity leave, she was the envy of her co-workers at Babies “R” Us. Jochim, who had gained 40 pounds carrying her first [...]

Can You Get Fit in Six Minutes a Week?

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I just ate a loaf of bread. Yes, the whole thing. I am rushing to my computer to type and tell you that incase you were considering doing it…don’t. OK, on a more important note, let’s talk NY Times articles again. Did you catch this one on intervals? Rats get thrown in water, some swim [...]

Will Ferrell Promises a Sexy Hot Tan …

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This cleverly marketed Will Ferrell Sunscreen comes with all sorts of jokes about streaking strength. But don’t worry, it’s the real deal. Before you start kicking and screaming, notice that both bottles are SPF 30, so they’ve actually got you covered despite the goofy names. The formula is packed with UVA/UVB protection — and PABA [...]

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Will Do Anything for Cake…

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I wanted to discuss making workouts a priority, partly because I love repeating myself, but mostly because people actually ask me: do I really have to work out? Equinox said it best: it’s not fitness, it’s life. The only thing I’m mad about is that I wasn’t clever to think of that tag line first. [...]

Something is Better Than Nothing

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There’s all kinds of gear and videos and crap out there so you can exercise while you sit at home, exercise with your baby, exercise while you do the dishes, exercise while you have a heart-to-heart with your teen about the dangers of using crack, and so on. Some of it is fine, but most [...]

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