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Nutritional needs change as we age. Here’s what to eat, and avoid, during menopause.
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Dear Dietician: With healthy eating too much of a good thing is a bad thing
Dear Dietitian, My 13-year-old daughter started a new healthy eating program about six months ago. She seems obsessed with healthy eating and sometimes refuses to eat when she stays at a friend’s house. I am concerned about her behavior. Is this something serious, or will she grow out of it? Sheila Dear Sheila, The desire…
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The Key To A Child’s Healthy Brain Development: Foods To Eat And Avoid
Children’s brain keeps growing from ages 6 to 12. Children who are malnourished are not just fussy eaters but are truly deprived of adequate calories and protein in their diet. Throughout this period children with good nutrition grow well both physically and mentally. They get better at thinking, remembering, and focusing. Their brains are good…
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5 reasons why is intermittent fasting not working for you!
Intermittent fasting seems to be the diet of the hour, quite literally! With limited regulations on what you eat, and focus on when you eat, intermittent fasting has become the go-to diet for many. However, is it that simple? If you find yourself in a situation where you have been following intermittent fasting but haven’t…
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Think you eat healthy? Your snack choices could be sabotaging you
Unhealthy snacking can undo the benefits of eating healthy meals, British researchers say. A team from King’s College in London examined the snacking habits of 854 people in the ZOE PREDICT study. The participants, 95% of whom identified as snackers, were mostly female (73%) and ate an average of 2.3 snacks a day. More than…
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The Lean Kitchen Company Opens In Bel Air With Healthy, Convenient Meals Prepared Fresh
BEL AIR, MD — With a goal of helping Harford County residents gain easy access to healthy and convenient meals, Katie and Jason Davis decided to open The Lean Kitchen Company in Bel Air. They officially opened their business Oct. 14 at 536 Baltimore Pike with the options of in-store pickup or delivery. There are…
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Eating Almonds for Weight Loss? Groundbreaking New Study Reveals the Truth
Almonds, when included in a weight loss diet, can aid in weight reduction and offer potential long-term cardiometabolic advantages, according to a study from the University of South Australia. Nuts often face criticism in weight loss discussions due to their high-fat content despite being protein-rich, leading many individuals aiming to lose weight to avoid them.…
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BIDMC Announces Plans for Quincy Ambulatory Center
Questions & Answers with Stephen Juraschek, MD, BIDMC Clinician-Investigator High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition affecting nearly half of U.S. adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 48 percent of Americans have high blood pressure — defined as a systolic blood pressure greater than 130 mmHg or a…
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What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Blueberries Every Day
Do you ever wonder about the health impact of those tiny blue bursts of flavor you sprinkle on your cereal or toss into your smoothies? Blueberries are touted for their many health benefits— no surprise, considering they pack more antioxidants than any other fruit, according to a 2021 study published in Molecules. But what happens…
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What Is Creatine—And Does it Actually Work?
Whether it’s from the supplement aisle at the grocery store or a friend who likes to strength train, you’ve likely heard of a substance called creatine. It’s often praised as a workout wonder, but what’s the real deal? In this article, we’ll cut through the online chatter to uncover the truth about creatine. We’ll explore…