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Nutritional recommendations and dietary fads are constantly changing. “There is widespread chaos in the world of nutrition,” says Andrew Freeman, the director of cardiovascular prevention and wellness at National Jewish Health in Denver. “It seems recommendations swing back and forth all the time.” In an attempt to prove which food […]

Which Food Fads Are Actually Worth Trying

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Published in the journal Epidemiology, a study concludes that a gluten-free diet may actually pose serious health risks. According to study co-author Maria Argos, assistant professor of epidemiology at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), and her colleagues found that those who go gluten-free may increase exposure to arsenic and […]

Gluten-Free Diet May Expose You to Toxic Metals

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What Does a Mediterranean Diet Look Like? Essentially, the Mediterranean diet consists of fresh vegetables, fruit, and the occasional drink. Instead of overly processed foods, the Mediterranean diet promotes fresh salads dressed with olive oil, plenty of fresh fruit, hummus, beans and pasta. Studies Show Improved Brain Health with the Mediterranean […]

A Mediterranean Diet May Preserve Brain Function in Old Age

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Are ‘Superfoods’ Superficial? Diets are like fashion; there’s always a new trend. You can’t go to the store or your favorite restaurant nowadays without seeing qualifiers like “gluten-free,” “paleo,” or “keto-friendly,” it seems. Similarly, superfoods are all the rage. Supposedly, certain foods energize, vitalize, immunize, and even help prevent serious […]

Are Superfoods Overrated?

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The mantra repeated every January – “new year, new me” – is once more being chanted. People want to better themselves by eating right, exercising more, and simply living a healthier lifestyle. Transforming one’s life though takes persistence, accountability, support, and motivation. It’s not easy, which is why app developers […]

The Best Health Apps to Help You Keep Your 2017 ...

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Obesity in America The leading cause of death in America is heart disease. This is largely due to the obesity epidemic that is only getting worse. Since 1990, obesity rates are up 157%. Based on recent findings from America’s Health Rankings, the unhealthiest states are as follows: Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, […]

New Exercise Initiative: Workout in Exchange for Free Food

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