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Black Garlic

November 22nd, 2011 at 08:39pm Under Health+ nutrition

We all know about the “stinking rose.” But have you ever heard of black garlic? There is such a thing, and it’s being heralded by some as having twice as many antioxidants as raw garlic. Black garlic is aged for a month in what’s described as a special fermentation process under high heat, so it [...]

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Healthy Summer Snacking

July 4th, 2011 at 01:11pm Under Health+ healthy eating+ Healthy Recipes+ nutrition

Summertime is in full swing and the snacking is easy. This is the season to grab all of the fresh fruits and vegetables you can. Berries for example are brimming over in your local supermarket. Blackberries, blueberries, raspberries and strawberries, not only are they delicious, they’re also chock full of antioxidants that fend off free [...]

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The Power of Antioxidants

May 31st, 2011 at 09:46pm Under Health+ healthy eating+ nutrition

The importance of antioxidants in our diets should be an understood given. That’s because antioxidants are the body’s major defense against free radicals which can wreak havoc with our cells. Antioxidants fight free radicals by neutralizing them. The four major antioxidants are vitamins A, C, E and selenium. For one, vitamin A helps keep our [...]

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Boost Your Brain Power

May 10th, 2011 at 07:35pm Under Health+ healthy eating+ News+ nutrition

I’ve been spending time with my Rosetta Stone lately, and it’s been fantastico! Trying to get back to my Italian roots… and as I try to train my brain to remember the words, I find that it gets easier as time goes on. Our brains, much like our bodies, need exercise, stimulation so they don’t, [...]

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Put the “Bake” in French Fries

April 18th, 2011 at 07:07pm Under Health+ healthy eating+ nutrition

I love french fries, I mean really, who doesn’t? They’re probably one of the most delicious treats on the planet, but unfortunately they’re also one of the worst treats when it comes to our health. You’ll likely want to opt for baked “fries” when you think about what happens when potatoes are fried in extremely [...]

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The Potent Potential of Bitter Melon Extract

April 13th, 2011 at 12:00pm Under Health+ nutrition

How sweet it is. I’m speaking of the dietary supplement known as bitter melon extract. I just stumbled upon it in an article I was reading, and had honestly never heard about it before. It sparked my interest for two reasons, some scientists credit bitter melon extract with being a viable treatment for type 2 [...]

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Almond Milk~Drink It In

April 6th, 2011 at 12:45pm Under Health+ healthy eating+ nutrition

www.janetzappala.com We know how healthy almonds are, they’re heart-healthy and an excellent source of vitamin E, protein and dietary fiber. A handful a day will help keep the doctor away. Another great way to get a good intake of almonds is by drinking them, in liquid form of course, (much easier to swallow). Almond milk is lactose [...]

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Eat This and Live Longer

March 22nd, 2011 at 08:30pm Under Health+ healthy eating+ nutrition

I have a great reason for you to watch www.janetzappala.tv and learn how to make my butternut squash and potato soup. It may actually help you live longer. Like carrots, sweet potatoes, and pumpkin, squash has payloads of alpha carotene, which is a pigment and antioxidant that supports good health, and is also the cousin [...]

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Janet’s Wealth of Health Coming Mon. March 21st!

March 20th, 2011 at 12:41pm Under Health+ healthy eating+ Healthy Recipes+ nutrition

Don’t forget to visit www.janetzappala.tv beginning Monday, March 21st for my new Wealth of Health Webisodes, and every following Monday watch for a new Wealth of Health webisode. I would love to hear from you so please email me with your comments and/or questions. To your health! Janet

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The Mighty Mushroom

February 2nd, 2011 at 02:44pm Under healthy eating+ nutrition

If we’re talking  great taste and versatility, we all know that mushrooms fit the bill. However, when it comes to the nutrition power of mushrooms most people may not be as aware. The fact is, mushrooms pack a powerful punch in the good-for-you department, including potassium, folate, niacin, copper, and dietary fiber. Selenium is also [...]

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