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Start with a bed of leafy greens. They're low in calories and a good source of fiber. There are different varieties of lettuce, such as iceberg, leaf, spinach, escarole, romaine, or butter. Add ra...

Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins and minerals. Like most orange-colored vegetables, they're extremely high in vitamin A and potassium, plus they’re an excellent source of calcium, magnesium, vit...

Tomatoes are rich in vitamin A and potassium, plus folate, vitamin E and vitamin K. Eating tomatoes and tomato-based products has been associated with a lower risk of some types of cancers and card...

Some things to boost your metabolism. 1. Drink more waterIncreasing your water consumption by 1.5 liters a day could burn an extra 17,400 calories in a year. 2. lift weights Your basic metabolic ra...

Blueberries are a small package with big benefits.Researchers think the antioxidants in blueberries (and other berries) called anthocyanins may dilute blood vessels and decrease blood pressure. Acc...

Avocados offer nearly 20 vitamins and minerals in every serving, including potassium (which helps control blood pressure), lutein (which is good for your eyes), and folate (which is crucial for cel...

1. Bananas help overcome depression due to high levels of tryptophan, which is converted into serotonin -- the happy-mood brain neurotransmitter. 2 Eat two bananas before a strenuous workout to pac...

You will think it's summer all year round with this delicious mango smoothie.-Serves 1 Ingredients:1 cup chopped ripe mango 1/2 cup low-fat milk 1/2 cup ice 1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt 1 tablespoo...

Fiber is found in the cell walls of plants where it functions as a skeleton to helpplants to help maintain their shape and structure. Unlike, proteins, carbs and fats,digestive enzymes can’t break ...