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If you read the latest reports on the health benefits of eating apples, you’ll find that apples are credited with the following: Reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease Reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes and stroke Boosting the immune system Reducing the risk of breast, colon, prostate and lung cancer Preventing tooth decay Aiding hair growth Protecting...

...is not only an old wives' tale, it's a delicious idea! I love apples, especially the tart kinds like Granny Smith and Fuji. I keep them in the fridge, so I can grab one for a quick snack whenever a craving hits.But this recipe I am about to share with you may be the *best thing I have ever done with apples. And guess what? It's HEALTHY! Seriously!!You'll need: 1 apple1 flatbread (I use...

This is a great no-bake dessert treat that can be prepared in a matter of minutes. And you can also enjoy it for breakfast or over vanilla ice cream!Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutesIngredients: 2 small apples 1/4 tsp lemon juice 1 TBS apple juice 4 dried figs (or fresh when in season) 4 TBS chopped almonds 1/2 tsp lemon zest* 1/4 tsp cinnamon pinch of cloves pinch of allspice 2 tsp honey...

Do you consider yourself average? If so, you may not be consuming enough fiber on a daily basis. Dietitians recommend that adults consume 25 to 38 grams of fiber daily, but most Americans consume about half that amount. If you are missing the mark, you are also missing the impressive health benefits of fiber: a lower risk of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, diabetes and colon cancer. Fiber...

Dear Pharmacist, My neighbor swears by apple cider vinegar and every time I complain about my...

Whether you went to college 5 years ago or 55 years ago -- sitting through a lecture was usually something to dread. In fact, I must admit (sorry Mom and Dad!) to working out a sign-in system with friends, so we could rotate who had to actually sit through the class and take notes, and who got to sleep in. Because lectures were just that -- lectures -- and who wants to listen to a person drone...