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Tips to Overcome FATIGUE and a Lack of ENERGY Due to IRON DEFICIENCY

maud — Tue, 25 Sep 2018 22:05:05 +0000

Listlessness, breathlessness and a general lack of energy can often be attributed to anemia and iron deficiency. Other occasional symptoms include dizziness, irritability, headaches, lack of concentration, craving for ice, rapid heartbeat, brittle fingernails and toenails, cracked lips, sore tongue, muscle pain and difficulties swallowing.

Iron deficiency is the most common nutrient deficiency in women. This is typically because women need greater amounts of iron than men:
Men need around 8 mg of iron in their daily diet, while women need up to 18 mg (27 mg if pregnant).

Low iron levels can also be caused by menstrual or internal bleeding (ulcers, hemorrhoids, colon cancer) or an absorption problem known as celiac disease.

It’s important to know the following:

Iron is a mineral that works with other substances to create hemoglobin, the compound that carries oxygen in the blood.

Iron absorption can be impaired by very high-fiber diets, alcohol, the tannic acid in tea and concentrated sources of calcium (for example, calcium supplements).

The best source of iron is red meat, with smaller amounts in chicken and fish. Iron is also present in plant foods such as legumes, nuts, whole grain breads and cereals, and green leafy vegetables, but it is not absorbed as well from these foods.

Eating foods rich in Vitamin C alongside iron-rich foods can improve iron absorption.

Learn more about the best sources of iron on the next page …

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Make-Ahead BAG LUNCHES and SNACKS for Later

Chris — Wed, 30 May 2018 19:46:14 +0000

This short video is packed with creative ideas for delicious and nutritious make-ahead lunches and snacks. Prepare these in advance to take to school or work, or just to save time at home during a busy day.

Lots of veggies with optional ingredients like roasted turkey, hummus, strawberries, unsalted nuts, Greek yogurt with wheat tortillas and more …

Bethany shows how to make her favorite bag lunches and snacks in the video, below. Something for everyone! Great to share …

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Image: Jessica Spengler

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Hearty Healthier Make-Ahead BREAKFAST BOWLS

Chris — Fri, 06 Apr 2018 20:36:02 +0000

This substantial Savory Sausage Breakfast Bowl meal is healthier than your average sausage and potato breakfast since healthy turkey sausage is used along with lots of roasted veggies. Also, Cajun seasoning can be used in place of maple syrup, and no bacon or cheese is included.

Toss the veggies in some maple syrup and cinnamon which gives this meal a really cool sweet/savory flavor. Not feeling a sweet/savory flavor in your breakfast? Swap with some cajun seasoning. Also very delish!

Tip: Make these healthy sausage breakfast bowls in advance for a fridge full of easy breakfasts throughout the week!

These breakfast bowls are great. You just heat them gently in the morning, and eat them right up. They are so tasty, have a good helping of veggies, and they will keep you full!

Continue on to the next page to see the full recipe …