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A person compares a donut vs an apple as a satiety index of common foods concept
What is the Satiety Index of Common Foods? Hunger is a sign our body sends us, letting us know it is time to eat. If you have ever struggled with losing weight, you know that hunger and cravings are the main obstacles you must fight. To lose weight, we must reduce our […]

What is the Satiety Index of Common Foods?

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Children running in hallway.
As the Summer break comes to an end, it is a hurry to try to get the kids prepared for school. That may mean buying new clothes and shoes, picking the perfect backpack, or finding the big pack of crayons with all the best colors. Whatever back-to-school prep means for […]

Back-to-School Health Tips

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Feeling low? Tired? Moody? It could be because of a vitamin D deficiency! Photo by Armin Rimoldi on Pexels.
The Deal with Vitamin D Scientists estimate that over one billion people in the world are vitamin D deficient.  That means that at least one-eighth of all of the people on earth are suffering from a lack of this essential vitamin.  Despite the “urgent need” for vitamin D intervention worldwide, […]

Over 1 Billion People Aren’t Getting Enough of This Essential ...

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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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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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