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Archive for the ‘Health Tip of The Day’ Category

20
Nov

Go Bananas for a Healthier Colon

Posted by Kim MacDonald in Health Tip of The Day

What do bananas have in common with corn, eggs, salmon, and spinach? Hint: a vitamin thatrsquo;s great for your colon.

19
Nov

A Stress-Zapping Mineral

Posted by Kim MacDonald in Health Tip of The Day

It may not get the fanfare that other nutrients do, but this mineral is a stress-fighting superstar: magnesium.

18
Nov

Sweet Home Remedy for Coughs

Posted by Kim MacDonald in Health Tip of The Day

If a nagging cough is keeping you awake, and cough syrup doesnrsquo;t help, therersquo;s something in your kitchen cupboard that might: honey.

17
Nov

More Amazing Olive Oil News

Posted by Kim MacDonald in Health Tip of The Day

Olive oil — the unsaturated fat thatrsquo;s great for your heart — is making headlines again. But this time itrsquo;s for helping something a little lower down: your stomach.

Got a craving? If yoursquo;re going to indulge, do it as early in the day as you can.

13
Nov

The Snack That Keeps You Regular

Posted by Kim MacDonald in Health Tip of The Day

If you hate waiting in the bathroom for a movement thatrsquo;s oh-so-reluctant to happen, try changing your snacking habits.

Are your energy levels up to par? Or have you felt tired for so long that itrsquo;s your new normal?

Eating enough protein and pumping enough iron may be a good strategy for helping to control your blood sugar.

Some of us just canrsquo;t live without our morning coffee fix. And some of us may be feeling a little guilty about that. Not to worry.

Choosing the right skin product is like picking the perfect mate. Look for the good things they offer but be aware of red flags.