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Are salted peanuts good for you?
The majority of our food products contain peanuts, and some of them specifically contain salted peanuts. However, are salted peanuts healthy? The term “groundnuts” refers to peanuts. These are primarily grown in tropical and subtropical regions, and because of their high oil content, they are categorized as grain legumes and oil crops. It is edible and…
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Healthy Foods that lower the risk of Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is a condition in which those cells grow out of control. There are various types of breast cancer. The type of breast cancer is determined by which breast cells turn malignant. Breast cancer is a complicated condition with numerous risk factors. Age, family history, genetics, and gender are a few of these variables…
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Facts you should know about Jaggery
Jaggery is a sweetener that is gaining popularity as a “healthy” substitute for sugar, according to Helen West of Healthline. Furthermore, this sweetener has received a serious health boost. Jaggery, also known as a “superfood sweetener,” is an unrefined sugar product produced in Asia and Africa. Because it is not spun during processing to remove…
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What are Polyps?
A polyp is a tissue growth that protrudes from the body’s surface, typically the mucous membrane. The most common form of polyps, which are tissue growths, is a little, flat lump or a tiny stalk resembling a mushroom. Less than half an inch wide, the majority of polyps are tiny. Most polyps are benign, which…
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Health Benefits of Chili Pepper
Chili peppers (Capsicum annuum) are the hot-flavored fruits of Capsicum pepper plants. As per Atli Arnarson of Healthline, they are part of the nightshade family, which includes bell peppers and tomatoes. Chili peppers come in a variety of flavors, including cayenne and jalapeo. Chili peppers are mostly used as a spice, and they can be cooked, dried,…
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NNC9 joins the Orientation on Community Participation in Procurement and EPAHP Results Framework
The National Nutrition Council IX (NNC9) represented by DMO II Marie-Claire Gaas, participated in the Orientation on Community Participation in Procurement and EPAHP Results Framework held at Chandler Suites, Pagadian City. It was attended by members of the Regional Convergence Team (RCT) composed of heads or directors, and representatives from the regional line agencies. This…
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What do freshness labels on food actually mean?
When you are at a store or supermarket’s grocery section and plans on shopping for food, what do you consider first in selecting what you want to put on your food cart? Is it the brand name, the cost, the eye-catching food labels or the promos? These are all of good importance, but in choosing…
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How to know if your Child needs Glasses
A child’s development depends greatly on their capacity to see the world clearly. While some infants are born with a visual impairment that can be seen at birth, other infants may develop vision problems that are only discovered after an eye exam. Falling behind academically, avoiding books or pictures, or having a history of visual…
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Get to know what Uterine Fibroid is
Fibroids are muscular tumors that develop in the uterine wall. The majority of fibroids are benign (not cancerous). Noncancerous uterine growths known as uterine fibroids frequently manifest themselves when a woman is pregnant. Uterine fibroids, also known as leiomyomas or myomas, seldom, if ever, progress to cancer. Fibroids can be small enough to be invisible…
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Integrate Nutrition Now: NNC9 successfully conducted the LNAP Planning Workshop for ZDS
The National Nutrition Council 9 spearheaded by RNPC Ms. Nimfa Ekong in collaboration with the Provincial Nutrition Office of ZamboSur headed by PNAO Ms. Grace F. Sumogue, successfully held the 3-day Local Nutrition Action Planning Workshop last October 26-28, 2022 at Hotel Guillermo, Pagadian City. The activity was attended by the PNAO, DMO II Marie-Claire…
