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Antioxidants are substances that may protect cells in your body from free radical damage that can occur from exposure to certain chemicals, smoking, pollution, radiation, and as a byproduct of norm...

Cherries contain several nutrients and phytochemicals called polyphenols, and dark cherries are a good source of melatonin -- similar to the hormone that increases in your body, as you get sleepy. ...

Peanuts are a good source of protein, fiber, monounsaturated fatty acids, niacin, folate and vitamin E. They also contain resveratrol, which works as an antioxidant.Peanuts are rich in monounsatura...

Pears are an excellent source of vitamin C, potassium and water fiber that can help keep your digestive system healthy and make it easier to maintain normal cholesterol levels. Eating a pear as a s...

Eating breakfast is an important part of a weight loss program. Research studies show that people who eat breakfast have a better chance of reaching and maintaining a healthy weight. Experts belie...

Strawberries are sweet, juicy and so good for you. One cup of strawberries contains over 100 milligrams of vitamin C, which is almost as much as a cup of orange juice.  They’re also high in calciu...

Pomegranates are rich in antioxidant phytochemicals that can have a healthy impact on your body. Eating pomegranates seeds, which are called ‘arils,’ or drinking the pomegranate juice my help preve...

Oatmeal is a whole grain that’s rich in protein, minerals, and a soluble fiber called beta glucan that helps reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol (the bad kind of cholesterol). Soluble fibe...

Bloating is that awful puffy, poochy feeling you can get when you eat too fast, eat too much or if you eat foods high in fiber that can cause gas to build up in your digestive tract. Usually bloati...