Tag: fat
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How bad is all that sugar?
Sugar makes foods sweet and for many of us makes them delicious. It’s an important energy source for our bodies. It’s what we use when we’re doing vigorous activities and it’s the primary source of fuel for our brain. We need it to live. But eating too much sugar can lead to health problems over…
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Five Common Health Myths and Trends Debunked
There’s a lot of health information out there. From blogs (such as this one) to podcasts to social media. Some of it is good information and, unfortunately, some of it is not and purposely misleading. Here are five common health myths and trends debunked. Ice Baths Help Recovery After Exercise Once the exclusive arena of…
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Your Weight is not a Measure of Your Health
We’re a society obsessed with weight. It’s no wonder the weight loss industry was estimated to be worth $142.6 billion in 2022. And it’s expected to more than double by 2030. This isn’t surprising when you realize most diet programs, many foods, the fitness industry and social media influencers promote weight loss to improve health.…
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How to Combat Sitting for Your Health
Sitting. Whether it’s at work, school, driving or watching TV, can’t avoid it. Many of us spend a fair amount of time sitting. And sitting for long periods can affect your health and increase your chances of an early death. That’s why guidelines recommend sitting less. So what can you do to combat sitting? It’s…