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Plate v/s Pyramid

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently introduced the plate-shaped icon, replacing the pyramid.  Which is better?  The answer is they are both great simplistic guides from the government to help you make healthy food choices.  But, it is important to note that a visual graphic is just a start. Consumers who are interested in eating […]

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Debunking Detox Diets

While the idea behind them is catchy—cleanse, start anew, and drop weight fast—detox diets are just another popular, ineffective, and yet harmful form of fad dieting. The sciences do not offer any peer-reviewed research that attests to the safety or effectiveness of these often extreme diets. When considering any strict diet that encourages excessive consumption […]

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