This week, read about how diet soda affects gut microbes, staying fast as we age, why we love repetition in music, losing weight without willpower, and more. Diet Soda May Alter Gut Microbes and Increase Risk of Diabetes The microbiome is a fascinating and popular research area. New studies are leading to an emerging understanding […]
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This week, read about low-carb diets, the best diet for health and weight loss, how to strength train without a gym, and more. Low-Carb Diets In the News This week a clinical trial investigating the weight loss potential of a low carbohydrate diet versus a low-fat diet made a lot of headlines, and created a […]
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This week, read about how stress damages cells and what you can do about it, HONcode certification for my website, the health benefits of nuts for diabetics, and more. Stress Damages Cells, but This Trio of Healthy Behaviors Can Protect During stressful life events, such as the death of a loved one, caring for a sick […]
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This week, read about how your environment can influence physical activity levels, a comparison of protein bars vs whole foods, the training of Olympic and world champion endurance athletes, a great muesli recipe, and more. Being Close to Traffic-Free Routes Encourages Physical Activity If you build it, will they come? Many studies have suggested that […]