Nutrition basics
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Juicing is no substitute for whole foods
Juicing fresh fruits and vegetables produces a liquid that contains most of the vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients found in the whole fruit or vegetable. However, healthy fiber is lost during most juicing. So be sure your diet also includes a variety of whole fruits and vegetables.
Juicing: What are the health benefits?
Learn about the pros and cons of extracting the juice from fresh fruits and vegetables.
Monosodium glutamate (MSG): Is it harmful?
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) can trigger headaches and other symptoms in some people.
Mumps
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Phenylalanine in diet soda: Is it harmful?
You may be worried about phenylalanine because of a warning on diet soda. Find out why the warning is there.
Rett syndrome
This rare genetic disorder affects the way the brain develops, causing a progressive inability to use muscles for eye and body movements and language.
Sleep-tracking devices: Dos and don'ts
Sleep trackers may help improve your sleep, but don't jump to conclusions based on your data. Get the facts from a Mayo Clinic wellness specialist.
Slide show: 10 great health foods
Add these health foods to the menu and give your diet a healthy boost.
Slide show: Guide to a high-fiber diet
Interested in eating a high-fiber diet? See how easy it is to boost the fiber in your meals and snacks.
Sodium: How to tame your salt habit
Find out which foods have lots of this mineral and get tips on how to cut back.
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