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How to Eat for Eye Health

By Catherine Guthrie

Food plays a big role in sustaining our vision — and carrots are just the beginning. Discover the best nutrients for eye health.

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The Powerful — and Surprising — Health Benefits of Melatonin

By Mo Perry

Melatonin is much more than just a sleep compound. It helps to regulate hormone regulator, boost immunity, and support mitochondria. Learn about the many roles it plays.

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How to Eat After Surgery to Support Recovery

By Adam Meyer

Eating well in recovery can support your body through the healing process.

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Why Iodine Is Important for Your Health

By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

We need just the right amount of iodine for health — not too little, not too much. Here’s how to strike a balance.

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The Truth About Ultraprocessed Foods

By Catherine Guthrie

These products are everywhere. Here’s a closer look at the many ways these food products can harm your health — and why it’s worth the effort to avoid them when you can.

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12 Common Questions About Sugar and Your Health — Answered

By Catherine Guthrie

Here’s what you need to know about the sweet stuff’s effects on your health.

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What You Need to Know About Nitrates

By Catherine Guthrie

Despite their bad reputation, these nitrogen-based compounds are a vital piece of a nutrient jigsaw puzzle. Our bodies need them to make nitric oxide, which plays a major role in how well we age.

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Everything You Need to Know About Iron

By Stephanie Soucheray

Iron is an essential mineral — yet too many of us aren’t getting enough. Here’s how to check your iron levels, as well as how to boost them.

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Why Eating Fruit Is Still Good for You

By Catherine Guthrie

Many people steer clear of fruit because of its sugar content. Yet experts argue that fruit is essential to a well-balanced diet — and make the case that there are plenty of ways to enjoy it without spiking your blood sugar.

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What to Eat for Strong Muscles

By Lauren Bedosky

You need protein and more to get and stay strong. These essential nutrients can support your muscles now and for the long haul.

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The Health Benefits of Creatine

By Andrew Heffernan

Many supplements claim to make you stronger and fitter. This one actually does.

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The Health Benefits of Medicinal Mushrooms

By Catherine Guthrie

Fungi have been used as medicine for thousands of years. Discover six varieties and their many health benefits.

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How Soil Health Is Connected to Human Health — and So Much More

By Kristin Ohlson

You may not be able to see them, but the microorganisms in the soil have a major impact on human nutrition and health.

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How Diet Can Make — or Break — Your Mental Health

By Chrystle Fiedler

Learn about the connection between food and mood and what you can eat to support your mental health.

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11 Vital Nutrients for Skin Health

By Catherine Guthrie

Here are some of the most important nutrients for skin health, including collagen, probiotics, selenium, and nitric oxide.

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What Is Vitamin P?

By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

How taking real pleasure in food supports your health.

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5 Essential Minerals to Support Your Mind and Body

By Catherine Guthrie

Plus, how to maximize your intake and signs that you may be low.

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11 Berries to Eat and Their Health Benefits

By Catherine Guthrie

These nutrient-dense fruits are good for so much more than breakfast and snacks. Enjoy them as often as you like.

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How to Use Nutrition to Improve Your Libido

By Mo Perry

Interest in sex may wane for many reasons, including aging. Here’s a list of key nutrients and herbs to support a strong, healthy sex drive.

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8 Key Supplements to Boost Your Mental Health — Naturally

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Herbs, supplements, and other natural remedies promote well-being — yet separating help from hype can be challenging. Follow this expert guidance.

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