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IMAGECan you spot the nut? Believe it or not, the only true nut in this picture is the hazelnut.(Pexels/ABC Life: Nathan Nankervis)

What most of us refer to as ‘nuts’ actually aren’t nuts at all.

It’s no secret that the peanut has been nothing more than an imposter, a legume seizing our throats and making us itchy since who knows when.

But almonds, cashews, coconuts, pecans, pistachios, macadamias and walnuts aren’t nuts either — they’re drupe seeds. Who knew?!

Whatever they are, research clearly shows they’re really good for us, with health experts saying we could probably be eating more nuts for our health. In fact, one study found people who ate a handful of nuts a day were likely to live longer than those who didn’t eat nuts.

Thanks to Jennifer Huizen from Medical News today

1. Almonds

• Warm milk

• Kiwifruit

• Chamomile tea

• Walnuts

• Tart cherries

• Fatty fish
• Barley grass powder

• Lettuce

1. Other natural remedies

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Sleep affects every aspect of health. Fortunately, some foods and drinks contain compounds that help control parts of the sleep cycle, meaning that they may help a person both fall and stay asleep.

Sleep quality and duration can affect a wide array of conditions, including:

• obesity
• diabetes
• cardiovascular disease
• hypertension

However, getting enough sleep can be tricky. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a third of adults in the United States report not getting a healthy amount of sleep.

Many chemicals, amino acids, enzymes, nutrients,...

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Whether you’re suffering from the blues or simply experiencing a dip in morale, getting a boost of happiness is always a welcome feeling. With endorphins being one of our brain’s major pathways to joy, it can be dire if you’re unable to participate in the things that release them into your bloodstream, like exercising or laughing with friends.

Endorphins – like the body’s other “happy hormones” (serotonin, dopamine, and oxytocin) – are released into the bloodstream to elicit the feeling of euphoria, enhance pleasure, relieve stress, and reduce feelings of pain...

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We all want to be stronger, but did you know that exercise is not the only way to help build your muscles? Eating a diet that’s chock-full of protein and vitamin-rich foods can also help build your strength and increase your bodies ability to maintain lead muscle mass. We’re haring 7 of our favourite strength-boosting foods here.

1. Whole Organic or Free Range Eggs

Eggs are a budget-friendly and high-quality source of protein, vitamins and choline, which boosts brain health. One whole large egg has close to 7 g of high-quality protein and is ultra-versatile. We suggest purchasing organic or free-range eggs and cooking them up for breakfast, lunch or even dinner...

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When it comes to food, colours is money. Food companies scan their products on the line with custom colourimeters to ensure mathematically consistent hues. Fruits and vegetables are shipped in chemically “modified” atmospheres, because “better stem and fruit colours gives better prices,” according to the website of the delivery company TransFresh. Colours is judged by a legion of standards all along the food chain. The hue of orange juice, for example, is carefully calibrated by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Orange Juice Colours Standards

Oranges and berries are just the beginning...

Thanks to Harvard – school of public health.

• Dietary guidelines have changed over the years as research becomes more accurate in determining what we should eat to attain optimal health and weight. The strongest evidence to date shows that calories matter, but focusing on food quality is an equally important part of preventing weight gain and promoting weight loss.
• Focus on eating high-quality foods in appropriately sized portions.

Consider quality, not just calories

 “A calorie is a calorie” is an oft-repeated dietary slogan, and not overeating is indeed an important health measure...

Sacred Nutrition: 5 Miracle Super Foods That Heal Your Body From the Inside Out

BY ANTHONY WILLIAM

nature offers us special “super” foods that heal above and beyond most others that should be a regular part of anyones diet who is seeking extraordinary levels of health and wellness

1. Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is famous for its soothing properties when applied on the outside of the body to burns, cuts, scrapes, bruises, bug bites, and most especially sunburn. Taken internally, though, fresh aloe has a much broader spectrum of potency. If you’re drawn to enemas and colonics, make aloe vera a part of your life and healing diet—consuming it offers a colon cleanse all on its own. Aloe is one of the top foods that heal and is wonderful for relieving constipation.

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Many people feel tired or run-down at some point during the day. A lack of energy could affect your daily activities and make you less productive.

The fact is that the type and quantity of food you eat play an essential role in determining your energy levels during the day.

Even though all foods give you energy, some foods contain nutrients that could help increase your energy levels and maintain your alertness and focus throughout the day.

Here is a list of foods that have been proven to help promote energy levels:

1. Bananas

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Bananas may be one of the best foods for energy. They are an excellent source of carbohydrates, potassium and vitamin B6, all of which can help boost energy levels in your body

One study showed...