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Sugar May Taste Sweeter to You Than Someone Else

Sugar May Taste Sweeter to You Than Someone Else

Are you a reformed sugar lover? New research shows sugar tastes sweeter to some people, which partially explains why some individuals have a hard time kicking the sugar habit. The same goes for some healthy foods like vegetables. Find out more.

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Resistance Training and the Law of Diminishing Returns

5 Not So Healthy Natural Sweeteners

Natural sweeteners are all the rage, but are all of them as healthy as they’re claimed to be? Not necessarily. Here are five popular, natural sweeteners that may not be as “sweet” as you think.

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4 Dietary Factors That Speed Up Aging

4 Dietary Factors That Speed Up Aging

Is your diet slowing down the aging process or causing you to age faster? What you eat matters when it comes to cellular health and aging. This article discusses four dietary habits that can age you prematurely and how to avoid them.

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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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Are High-Sugar Diets Linked with Breast Cancer?

Are High-Sugar Diets Linked with Breast Cancer?

You probably already know that a diet high in sugar isn’t healthy. Recent research shows a link between sugar consumption and a higher risk for heart disease. Now, a new study finds a link between a high-sugar diet and breast cancer. Find out how and why sugar may fuel the growth of breast tumors.

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Dietary Sugar: Does It Increase Your Risk for Heart Disease?

Dietary Sugar: Does It Increase Your Risk for Heart Disease?

Sugar is bad for your teeth and for your waistline – but what about your heart? A new study shows diets high in sugar are linked with an increased risk for heart disease. Find out more about sugar consumption, heart health and why it’s important to reduce the amount of sugar in your diet.

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The Eight Healthiest Holiday Food Favorites

The Eight Healthiest Holiday Food Favorites

By eating more of these holiday food favoritess, and less of the many high-calorie, low-nutrition options so often served at this time of year, you might be surprised just how much of a head start you can give yourself on your next New Year’s resolution to get in shape.

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5 Sumptuous Twists on Thanksgiving…That Won’t Crash Your Diet!

5 Sumptuous Twists on Thanksgiving…That Won’t Crash Your Diet!

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and if you’re watching your waistline you might assume that this means you’ll have to give up many of your favorite foods this holiday season. Don’t despair! With a few minor twists, you’ll find that you can still celebrate the holidays with many of your favorite foods.

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