Replace Refined Carbs for Fruit to Help Reduce Risk of Weight Gain

According to a large study, increased carbohydrate consumption derived from sugary drinks, starchy vegetables, and refined grains, is linked to greater midlife weight gain, while increased carbohydrate and fiber consumption derived from non-starchy vegetables, fruit, and whole grains is associated with less weight gain. The majority of these associations were more pronounced in individuals with…

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Prenatal Exposure to Environmental Chemicals Impacts Development

Photo by Kenny Eliason on Unsplash Childhood obesity rates have skyrocketed globally, with over 340 million children and adolescents now classified as overweight or obese. The health impacts of this epidemic are wide-reaching, from cardiovascular disease and diabetes to psychological effects like low self-esteem. Scientists have been searching for answers behind the rapid rise. A…

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Do Multivitamins Actually Help?

Exciting new research reveals that taking a daily multivitamin could be a simple way to help maintain mental sharpness as you age. Overview of the New Study A recent 3-year study found seniors who took multivitamins experienced 60% slower cognitive decline than those who didn’t take vitamins in this study. That’s like turning back the…

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When Healthy Eating Goes Too Far

Have you ever heard of the term orthorexia? It’s when people become so obsessed with eating “pure” or “perfect” food that it starts to harm their health.  Dr. Steven Bratman first talked about this problem in 1997. It’s different from other eating issues because it’s not about how much you eat, but about being overly…

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The Ultimate Guide for Tennis Elbow

What is tennis elbow? Tennis elbow is a repetitive strain injury, also known as lateral epicondylosis. Lateral refers to the outside part of the arm when standing upright with your arms at the sides. Tennis elbow is often referred to as outer (lateral) elbow pain or inside (medial) elbow pain but often originates from overuse…

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