Healthy People

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Celiacs vs Gluten Intolerant and Gluten-Free Friendly Foods
What is Gluten? Gluten is a protein that is found in some grains such as wheat, rye, and barley, and foods made with those grains such as bread, co... Learn More
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IBS, A Sneaky GI Disorder
Did you know IBS sneakily affects more than 35 million Americans?1 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a type of functional gastrointestinal tract (GI) ... Learn More
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Foods That Support The Immune System
Does an immune-boosting diet even exist? It is important to understand some basic information before digging into how diet influences the immune syste... Learn More
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More Than the Winter Blues... Bring Some Joy Back This Season
Tis the season to be jolly, but for many it can be blue. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression people experience by means of a sig... Learn More
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Common Interactions Between Food and Drugs
Some foods can interact with your medications, making the risk of harmful side effects higher by changing how the medicine is absorbed, or how it work... Learn More
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Can What You Eat Improve Your Metabolism?
What is Metabolism? In a nutshell, metabolism is the process of the body turning our food and drink into energy. Everyone has a metabolism, and it is ... Learn More
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October is WALKTOBER Month
Find time to enjoy the great outdoors in New Hampshire
October is a great time to get outdoors and explore New Hampshire fall scenery. Take in the beautiful fall colors - red, pinks, oranges, yellows and g... Learn More
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Different Types of Sweeteners - Are Some Better Than Others?
How sweet is it? The variations of sugar and other sweeteners. Learn More
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Empowering Granite Staters to Live Full Lives
Health and Well-Being workshops help people manage chronic pain
UNH Extension is helping people combat those challenges by providing free, evidence-based programs for individuals in New Hampshire who experience dai... Learn More
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Hydration: Are Electrolyte Drinks Better Than Water
Electrolyte drinks have become increasingly more popular over the years. Learn More