Calcium is an essential nutrient for bone health and especially needed during adolescence when bone-building peaks, between ages 12 and 15. Benefits of adequate calcium include: Preventing osteoporosis Protecting against toxicity by decreasing l ead absorption in the intestines Protecting growing babies from lead deposits in expecting mothers But are dairy products the best source […]
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Do You Really Need Green Superfood Powders?
Green powders promise to fill that gap by delivering the recommended daily serving of vegetables through the convenience of a drink. Clever brands have taken advantage of the opportunity to market green superfood powders to health-conscious consumers who want to increase their vegetable intake because they’re afraid they’re not getting enough nutrients through regular food. […]
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