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Shelly Ann

Hi, I am Dr. Shelly Ann, an Educator, Researcher, Certified Nutrition Coach, Author, CEO and Founder of Almonds and Olivez and most importantly, a Health and Wellness Nut! My aim is to impart researched health and wellness information to help you make informed choices as it relates to you and your family's health and overall well-being.

Cherry O’ Baby – 5 Health Benefits of eating Cherries

Cherry O’ Baby – Five (5) Health Benefits of Eating Cherries!

TABLE OF CONTENTS Not quite popular in some circles is it? Well for me, sort of true, as I have not eaten cherries or cherry-related products in quite a while.  Typically, cherries are not one of those fruits you will readily see at the farmer’s market.  However, you can find this nutrient-dense fruit in your […]

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Exercising, it’s more than just for weight loss

Exercising, it’s more than just for weight loss – Here are Five (5) Benefits Worth Knowing!

TABLE OF CONTENTS Regular physical activity is one of the most important habits that we can all adopt for overall health and well-being. Nonetheless, while being critical for health, it is oftentimes one of those activities that can feel like a chore and thus executed inconsistently. However, there is incontrovertible evidence that regular physical activity

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Nitrates and Nitrites

The ‘Pigly’ Truth About Nitrates & Nitrites and Four (4) Deadly Reasons to Avoid Them!

TABLE OF CONTENTS Nitrate is an organic or inorganic compound that is a derivative of the elements of nitrogen and oxygen. Inorganic nitrates are formed by bacteria and are typically used as the main ingredient in fertilizers in agriculture (Collins Dictionary; Businessdictionary.com).  On the other hand, organic nitrates are manufactured compounds that are generally used

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Astaxanthin Benefits and Side Effects - almondsandolivez.com

Astaxanthin – What it is Plus Three (3) Major Health Benefits and Noted Side Effects!

TABLE OF CONTENTS The more we life carries on, the more we want to be healthy and strong, even with so many obstacles at times.  As such, ensuring that we incorporate the right foods and nutrients in our daily diet, will become even more crucial.  One such nutrient known to be beneficial to one’s health

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Kojic acid skincare Benefits and risks - almondsandolivez.com

Kojic Acid – What it is, Benefits and How it Can Help with Hyperpigmentation!

TABLE OF CONTENTS We all want beautiful skin, right? Well, we can all have beautiful skin, even when faced with a few blemishes here and there.  One of the main issues many people experience where the skin is concerned is – hyperpigmentation or what is better known as discolouration of the skin.  This is where

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lutein health Benefits - almondsandolivez.com

Lutein Benefits for the Eyes and Beyond – Here are three (3) Major Health Benefits of this Carotenoid!

TABLE OF CONTENTS Research has highlighted several positive effects of both the supplementation and dietary intake of lutein on human health.  This carotenoid is reportedly considered an important nutrient not only for the eyes but also for the overall health of the body.  This is because it can provide antioxidant and anti-inflammatory support to the

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