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Eleven Important Reasons Why You Need More Vitamin E in Your Diet

Vitamin E is actually not a single compound, but rather a group of eight similar fat-soluble compounds called tocotrienols. Certain vegetables are particularly good sources of vitamin E, including chard, spinach, bell peppers and asparagus. You have probably heard that you can benefit from supplements or from a diet that is rich in vitamin E, but you may not know just why this vitamin can be so important for your physical health.

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Veggie Trends: How Many People Really Eat Their Vegetables?

It’s sad but true. Most people don’t eat enough vegetables. Have you ever wondered about the veggie-eating habits of others? Find out what percentage of people eat vegetables every day and why most people don’t. You’ll also get tips on how to eat vegetables even if you don’t like them or know how to prepare them.

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Are high sodium diets bad for your bones

Why High Sodium Diets Are Bad for Your Bones

You probably already know that eating a high sodium diet isn’t good for your heart or blood vessels, but now there’s a new reason to limit the amount of salt in your diet. High sodium diets deplete calcium too – and that spells bad news for your bones.

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Are Natural Sweeteners Really Better for You?

There are more alternatives to sugar than ever before. Health food stores and natural food markets offer a variety of natural sweeteners as an alternative to sugar and synthetic sweeteners – but are these “natural” sweeteners really better for you? If you’re limiting your sugar intake, find out what the safest options are.

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Eleven Fascinating Health Benefits of Avocados

Avocados have leathery skin and are an extremely popular component of guacamole and salads. They get some bad press because of their high-calorie content, but it turns out that they are incredibly good for your health in a number of important ways.

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How many pull-ups should you be able to do?

How Many Pull-Ups Can the Average Person Do?

From the playground and gym to military PT (physical training) fields, pull-ups are one of those basic exercises that not only strengthens the body, but impresses everyone else. But how many pull-ups show that you are “good enough” and how many to become a champion? The answer is very simple: It depends.

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A Practical Guide to Essential Dietary Minerals and their Food Sources

The human body needs a range of nutrients in order to stay healthy and function properly. Proteins, carbohydrates, and fats, sometimes known as macronutrients, form the building blocks of a healthy diet. Vitamins and minerals, sometimes known as micronutrients, are needed in lesser quantities but are no less important for maintaining good health. While much has been written about the importance of vitamins, minerals are often overlooked and undervalued.

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