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Patience is a virtue while this site is updated and recreated. In the mean time, you can find articles by the Nutrition Nugget author, Casie Terry, at Stop Aging Now’s Live in the Now Blog and Family Health Guide Questions can still be received at NutritionNugget@Gmail.com All the best!

Shedding Some Light on a Vitamin D Deficiency

Be sure to check out Stop Aging Now to find out how you can Shed Some Light on a Vitamin D Deficiency and determine how much vitamin D you should take!

Some Old Nutritional Sayings Ring True!

In a world full of “old wives tales” and urban legends, it’s good to know that some old sayings still ring true and can be used to make better health choices no matter what time throws at us. A few to remember and pass on: An apple a day keeps the doctor away: Apples are [...]

5 Nuggets of Advice For Guilt Free, Low-Cal 4th of July FUN

There’s really no way to avoid the caloric dangers that will lurking on the picnic table this Saturday afternoon. It’s pointless to warn you of the hidden sodium, fat and sugar in your favorite holiday snacks and beverages. The burgers will be greasy, the hot dogs will be over processed, and the potato salad will [...]

Mojito Maddnes doesn’t have to be a Calorie Killer

Sure you might be that annoying girl in the bar, but you’ll be the only one who can fit into her skinny jeans. When you order a mojito, the summer’s hottest cool and refreshing patio beverage, ask that it be a skinny version. If your bartender doesnt know what that is, give him or her [...]

Nuts…In a Nutshell

Nutshells hold dear a little nugget of goodness that we too often dismiss.  Due to their “high fat content”, many people shy away from this nutrient packed snack, ignoring that it’s a great source of protein, essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals.  Per gram, nuts can pack more nutrient punch than almost any other food! [...]

Beans- Nature’s Tiny Nugget of Nutrient Goodness

Beans are underestimated nutrient powerhouses!  These little nuggets of goodness, a staple food in many parts of the world, average 10 grams of carbs, and 10 grams of protein, and only 0.5 grams of fat.  They also contain B vitamins, iron,  high amounts of fiber, and NO cholesterol.  In fact, many experts advocate amping up [...]

A New Water To Love

Tired of lemon water but still want to avoid the calorie loaded alternatives? Drop a few slices of cucumber in a tall glass of H2O for a refreshing new flavor that wont pack on the pounds.  Its a delicious spring beverage!

Feel a Cold Coming on? Try a Nugget of Garlic

When you feel a cold coming on, amp up on the Garlic!  The compounds in Garlic promote phagocytosis and stimulate the immune cells to fight back!  Add a couple cloves to your dinner or hit up the Garlic Capsules (odorless please).  Take action fast enough and you may not have to take a single sick [...]

Celebrate Green!

Take St. Patty’s Day to the diet! At the center of each chlorophyll molecule (the molecule that makes fruits and veggies green) is my favorite mineral: Magnesium. Amp up your Magnesium intake today by eating your leafy greens and green fruits! C Happy St, Patty’s day! share this: facebook