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How Bad for Your Weight is an Occasional Splurge?

How Bad for Your Weight is an Occasional Splurge?

It happens to everyone. You splurge on something “off limits” like a piece of cake or an ice cream sundae. How likely is it that your unexpected splurge will lead to weight gain? Not as high as you might think. A new study shows an occasional splurge meal won’t hurt you and probably has benefits. Find out more.

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A New Reason to Add Beans and Lentils to Your Diet

A New Reason to Add Beans and Lentils to Your Diet

Have you had a bowl of legumes lately? Legumes, like beans and lentils are an under-appreciated source of nutrition. Now a new study highlights another reason to add more legumes to your diet. Find out how legumes could help keep your waistline trim and lower your risk for heart disease.

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Not all calories are created equal

More Proof That Not All Calories Are Equal

All calories aren’t the same after all. According to a recent study, calories from fat, protein and carbohydrates have different effects on energy expenditure and on other metabolic parameters as well. Find out why restricting calories from fat or carbs isn’t necessarily a good thing.

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What do you eat before your morning workout

What to Eat Before a Morning Workout

Do you hate working out on an empty stomach, but do it to burn more fat? New research shows it may be better to eat breakfast before your morning workout. Find out why and which foods you should choose.

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