sstsn: Health and Wellness

Are cherries good for you?

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  Although cherries do not match the popularity of bananas, apples or strawberries, it is still one of the most sold fruits in the United States, according to information from the International Fresh Produce Association. Of the more than 1,200 cherry varieties available, the most popular are Bing, Rainer, Black, Queen Anne and Montmorency. “People … Read more

How much vitamin D do you need per day?

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  It is estimated that nearly a quarter of Americans are deficient in vitamin D. Are you one of them? The 2022 National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys (NHANES) data estimated that about 22% of Americans have moderate vitamin D deficiency. That number was higher for women, African Americans, people of between the ages of … Read more