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Why Not Everyone Responds the Same to Diet

Why Not Everyone Responds the Same to Diet

Have you ever noticed how some people lose lots of weight on a particular diet while others struggle to lose a few pounds? Not everyone responds to a particular diet the same way. The type of diet you respond best to depends on factors like your age, genetics and whether you’re metabolically healthy. Find out more about individual variations in response to diet.

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Does the Type of Saturated Fat You Eat Matter?

Does the Type of Saturated Fat You Eat Matter?

Saturated fat has been a source of recent controversy. Once believed to be a major contributor to heart disease, the evidence that they’re heart unhealthy is weakening. Also, not all saturated fats have the same effects on the body, plant-based ones, for example, may have some unexpected benefits. This article discusses saturated fat and the role it plays in health and heart disease.

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Tired of Catching Colds, Keep Your Nose Warm

Tired of Catching Colds, Keep Your Nose Warm

Are you sidetracked by colds when winter rolls around? According to a new study, doing one small thing may lower your risk for catching the next upper respiratory virus. Find out what it is as well as other tips for preventing the common cold.

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Is It Harder for Women to Build Upper Body or Lower Body Mass?

Is It Harder for Women to Build Upper Body or Lower Body Mass?

Everyone develops muscle at a different rate. Some people have to work harder than others to see their muscles “pop.” This is especially true of women. Women generally have greater strength in their lower body than upper body. Do women also have a harder time developing upper body muscle definition?

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How Much Can You Lower Your Risk for Heart Disease Through Lifestyle?

How Much Can You Lower Your Risk for Heart Disease Through Lifestyle?

One disease men AND women need to be concerned about is heart disease. Heart disease is still the number one cause of death in the United States. We hear about the importance lifestyle factors play in heart disease prevention – but how much can you lower your risk by “doing the right thing?” Find out what a new study shows.

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Does Obesity Start at the Cellular Level?

Does Obesity Start at the Cellular Level?

Could obesity actually be a problem at the cellular level? Inside cells are tiny organelles called mitochondria that produce energy. Some research shows obese people have mitochondria that function differently. Does obesity begin at the level of the mitochondria?

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Beyond Protein: the Anabolic Effects of Carbohydrates

When you hear the word “anabolic,” protein is probably the macronutrient that pops into your head. Did you know that carbohydrates also have anabolic effects by helping preserve lean body mass? Find out why you need carbohydrates in your diet, especially if you do high-intensity endurance or resistance exercise.

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5 Surprising Things That Happen When You Cut Back on Sugar

5 Surprising Things That Happen When You Cut Back on Sugar

There’s sugar in almost all processed foods, even foods we don’t expect like condiments and lunch meats. Have you ever thought about what good things happen to your health when you cut back on sugar from your diet? Here are five surprising benefits of eating a low-sugar diet.

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Vegan Creamy Tomato Soup

Vegan Creamy Tomato Soup

This is a clean adaptation of Tom Douglas’ Creamy Tomato Soup. It is hearty and delicious and will easily fit into a clean or anti inflammatory cleanse eating plan.

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