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Summer squash is an excellent source of magnesium. Photo by jspatchwork.83

Healthy Gardening: Top Ten Easy to Grow Sources of Magnesium

Magnesium is one of the most important yet under-appreciated nutrients. Studies by the National Institutes of Health have found that at least 68% of adults in the United States are likely to have a magnesium...

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Romaine lettuce by Lawrence Farmer's Market68

Healthy Gardening: Top Ten Easy To Grow Sources of Dietary Fiber

Although dietary fiber has little direct nutritional value, it is still one of the most important elements of your diet. Because fiber-rich foods are typically high in "bulk" but low in calories, a fiber...

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The beauty of a red spinach leaf, by Stewart68

Healthy Gardening: Top Five Easy To Grow Sources of Iron

Iron is one of the body's most important nutrients, especially for women and girls. Iron plays a major role in the body's production of hemoglobin, the oxygen-carrying part of red blood cells. Iron is...

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Red bell pepper by MissLPS66

Healthy Gardening: Ten Easy To Grow Sources of Vitamin C

Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is one of the most important vitamins for overall health. Vitamin C is an antioxidant than can protect against disease and reduce your risk of cancer and many other...

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