There is plenty of iron in plant foods, but it has very low bioavailability, meaning that instead of being absorbed, most of it sails straight through you on a sea of peristaltic waves. Your blood is not the final destination of this ship.
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Black pudding has traditionally held a reputation as a health hazard. But the reality is that this delicious breakfast component is full of readily digestible nutrients, especially those which fuel the brain.
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Fatigue and easy weight gain are typical symptoms of an underactive thyroid. Too many people see their doctors for a thyroid test, which comes back negative. That doesn’t necessarily mean that there isn’t a thyroid problem – mild hypothyroidism is surprisingly common, and usually passes undetected.
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Quinoa is considered something of a superfood, because of its protein and mineral content. But is it truly deserving of its reputation, and culinary status?
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