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Why Have "Plant Based" Diets Become So Popular?
A recent study published in the Journal of Epidemiology concluded that approximately 7.8 million premature deaths every year may have been prevented if 10 servings of fruits and vegetables were consumed. While these numbers are staggering, they shouldn't be surprising. Fruits and vegetables provide a wealth of vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, and fiber our bodies... Read more
Getting Over Your Fear Of Eating Fat
“Fat” is a word that strikes fear into the hearts of health conscious people everywhere. Anyone that lived through the 1980’s will remember the beginning of the war on fat and the “fat-free” craze. Scientists were just starting to examine the link between the American diet and health and studies... Read more
10 Foods That Make You Feel Bloated (and what to do about it)
We’ve all felt bloated at one time or another…that uncomfortable feeling when your belly feels swollen or enlarged after eating. It is usually caused by gas or other digestive issues. But don’t fret bloating is very common. Up to 30% of people say they experience it regularly. Although bloating can... Read more