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Jennifer Murray
Mar 8, 2009
Sources and Benefits of Healthy Fats
Because of their health benefits, good fats are essential to a healthy diet. Besides fish, there are many excellent food sources of healthy fats.
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Dec 28, 2008
How Low-Carb Diets Can Affect the Brain
While a low-carb diet may be a popular weight loss plan, new research suggests restricting carbohydrates may have a negative effect on brain functioning.
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Dec 12, 2008
Good Carbs Versus Bad Carbs
Carbohydrates are an important part of a healthy diet. However, not all carbs are the same. Learn which carbs are the best to eat for overall health.
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Dec 9, 2008
How to Reduce Dietary Fat Intake
Too much fat in the diet has serious health consequences. Choosing healthier versions of a full-fat food can have a big impact on reducing fat in the diet.
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Nov 29, 2008
Disadvantages of a Low-Carb Diet
While low-carb diets can provide immediate health benefits, results are often short-lived. Learn why the disadvantages of a low-carb diet far outweigh the benefits.
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Aug 30, 2008
The Role of Protein in the Diet
Adequate amounts of both complete and incomplete proteins are needed to support many bodily functions and maintain good health.
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Mar 22, 2008
Types of Carbs and Nutrition
Carbohydrates are the body's most reliable source of energy and are an important part of a healthy diet, but not all carbohydrates are good for the body.
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Nov 2, 2009
Getting Protein into your Diet with Easy Recipes
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Michelle Barrett
Most people do not get enough protein due to many factors. However, a few easy recipes can give you the protein boost you need for better health.
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Oct 17, 2009
Good Fat Foods
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Claire Lunardoni
Too much of the wrong fats increases your risk of many diseases, but a diet rich in "good" fats like monounsaturated and omega-3 fats is necessary for good health.
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Oct 1, 2009
Carbohydrate Counting
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Melinda Lund
Knowing which carbohydrates to choose and how many to eat on a daily basis will help you to break the carbohydrate craving cycle that adds up on the scale.
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Sep 24, 2009
Carbohydrates
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Emma Gibson
Carbohydrates, for a variety of reasons, have a bad reputation, but is this really justified?
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Sep 8, 2009
Amino Acids Overview
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Genevieve Kiger
Most people know human bodies require amino acids, but few seem to know more than that - even health professionals disagree at times regarding these basic nutrients.
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Sep 2, 2009
Refined vs. Unrefined Carbohydrates
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Shelby Miller
Carbohydrates have gotten a bad rap in recent years, and unfairly so. Find out why this most basic energy source is so important to your health and which forms are best.
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Aug 31, 2009
Lose Weight and Cure Indigestion
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Mary Earhart
The body uses specific enzymes to digest different types of foods. The secret of healthy digestion is an awareness of this process and appropriate menu planning.
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