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5 Immunity-Building Foods for the Winter

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With the flu season upon us, it’s more important than ever to be mindful of what we put into our family’s bodies. Nutrient-rich foods help fortify our bodies and keep them strong, whereas nutrient-poor choices tend to deplete our bodies … Continue reading

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Pizza, American Children’s Favorite New “Vegetable”

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Now that Congress has declared pizza a vegetable, I’m even more determined to feed my boys well at home—and teach them about the importance of good nutrition. I’m dismayed, but not *surprised* by Congress’s decision, which, of course, was made … Continue reading

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What You Should Know Before Giving Your Child the Gardasil (HPV) Vaccine

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To vaccinate or not vaccinate is certainly a hot topic today—with Merck’s Gardasil, the vaccine for HPV (which can lead to cervical cancer) being one of the most controversial.   On the surface, anything that promises to protect our children … Continue reading

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