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  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    The Benefits of Antioxidant-Rich Foods (Plus, 8 Natural Antioxidants You Need to Try)

    January 8, 2018

    Antioxidants promote good health and lower infection risk. Here are eight ways to easily consume more antioxidant-rich foods. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: antioxidant, antioxidants, diet, food, free radicals, Health, infection, nutrition, Wellness

    Get more protein in your diet
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Whole Fruit or Fruit Juices?

    February 3, 2015

    Wake up. Take a shower. Go to the kitchen for your morning glass of orange juice. Before reaching for that OJ, you may want to rethink and grab an orange. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: antioxidants, cancer prevention, fiber, fruit juice, grapefruit, juices, lemon, Leslie Bonci, oranges, sports nutrition, whole fruit

    woman with oranges
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    Benefits of Honey

    October 2, 2014

    It's been called "nectar of the Gods," but what benefit does honey really offer? Discover all the reasons we love to drizzle honey on our favorite foods. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: antioxidants, athlete, benefits, diet, healthy food, honey, natural sweetener, nectar, vitamin B

    honey
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    June Seasonal Produce Guide

    June 13, 2014

    Learn about fruits and vegetables that are in-season this June, as well as the benefits that each offer to your health. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: antioxidants, arugula, asparagus, beets, blueberries, chard, folic acid, fruits, healthy bones, manganese, potassium, raspberries, seasonal produce, strawberries, vegetables, Vitamin A, vitamin K, wound healing

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    Boost Your Smoothie: Add Blueberries

    June 2, 2014

    Blueberries are full of antioxidants and vitamin C, and they can improve heart health. Learn about their benefits and discover an easy smoothie recipe. View Recipe

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: antioxidants, blueberries, blueberry, cancer, coughs, flavonoids, Heart Health, power fruit

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