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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. more...
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. more...
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. more...
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. more...
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. more...
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. more...
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. more...
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Getting Protein into your Diet with Easy Recipes
By: 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. more...
By: 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. more...
By: 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. more...
By: Emma Gibson
Carbohydrates, for a variety of reasons, have a bad reputation, but is this really justified? more...
By: 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. more...
Refined vs. Unrefined Carbohydrates
By: 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. more...
Lose Weight and Cure Indigestion
By: 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. more...
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