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In the ongoing science of weight regulation, one buzz-term that has garnered some recent attention is a phenomenon called "NEAT" (non-exercise activity thermogenesis). In plain English, this is the energy expended in everything we do that doesn't involve eating, sleeping and sport-related activi read more »
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Broccoli is a superfood in every sense of the word. If you aren't eating broccoli and other cruciferous veggies - here's what you're missing out on; read more »
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Eat fish - it's full of omega-3's... wait don't - it contains PCB's and mercury. Drink milk - you need the calcium... don't drink milk, it causes prostate cancer. Eat soy... actually don't. Drink coffee... stop drinking coffee...


Nutrition is a deeply confusing topic. Joe Schwarcz, PhD i read more »
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May 6th may not be as big as May 11th - Mother's Day - but I predict it's a day that will grow in importance. May 6th is International No Diet Day. It's history? It was started 16 years ago in the dining room of Mary Evans, the British director for Diet Breakers. read more »
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A double whammy of the US embargo combined with the collapse of the Soviet Union had left the citizens of Cuba unable to afford much food or gas - forcing people to eat less and walk everywhere. Here are some of the events that transpired, according to a report from the Canadian Medical Association read more »
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I would be hard-pressed to find a food substance that attracts as much controversy as milk. Whether or not it is beneficial to overall health, whether or not it helps weight loss, whether we should buy raw or pasteurized, low fat vs. full fat - the list goes on and on. Hence, I hope to make an atte read more »
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Researchers at the University of East Anglia (Norwich, UK) are starting a project to look into one of many dieters' favorite "facts" - that chocolate is good for you. read more »
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With a food crisis on our hands and the prospect of shelling out big bucks for our food sources of phytochemicals, many people have thought about starting a garden. The prospect of growing one's own fruits and veggies does have a certain nostalgic appeal to accompany the financial one. read more »
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There is considerable confusion over the caloric content of coffee. Not all coffee drinks are high in calories. Coffee - without additives - is almost a zero-calorie drink.


Here is a complete guide to understanding coffee calories. read more »
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Last night I watched a show about three women trying to get "thin" for their wedding day. Although the template for this show was typical, the tactics involved seemed pretty darn unkind. I actually cringed at times as the very thin, very strident host taunted these overweight women and ridiculed read more »
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Steroids are not only illegal, they are also very dangerous - and should only be used under medical supervision. read more »
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When money is tight, it's hard to justify monthly gym fees, expensive workout gear and regular sessions with your personal trainer. You might feel resentful about spending money on exercise - why should you have to pay to do something which feels like a chore? read more »
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A long-term weight loss trial undertaken by Kaiser Permanente has shown how using a food diary can double a person's weight loss.


Participants were 44% African American and 67% women; 79% were obese 87% were taking anti-hypertensive medications, and 38% were taking antidyslipidemia medication read more »
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This will likely be the battle cry from the U.S. Government when they release their policy on exercise later this year. William Kraus, a Duke University cardiologist and professor of medicine, is one of 13 fitness experts who helped compile information for the guidelines and summarizes the 638 page read more »
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Us guys can be pretty daft...at least when it comes to our health. June 9th to June 15th was men's health week and it is as good a time as any for us men to take an honest look at ourselves and ask: Am I healthy? If the answer is "no", "not as healthy as I could be", or "Are you kidding - I p read more »
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