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Category Archives: Foods and Disease Prevention
Calcium Does a Body Good in More Ways Than One
Calcium has always been touted for its role in building strong bones. However, it has also been in the spotlight for a completely different reason – its role in fat metabolism and weight loss. A few research studies had suggested … Continue reading
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“Shrooms”: Who Knew They Were So Good For You?
CONCEPT Shrooms, more formally known as mushrooms, are an often-overlooked vegetable. Most people only view mushrooms as a tasty addition to a salad, soup, or side dish. However, mushrooms actually contain a wealth of nutrients, and recent research highlights some … Continue reading
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The Raw Foods Movement
The raw foods movement has been rapidly gaining popularity over the past 10-15 years. Raw food magazines, books, food catalogs and even restaurants have popped up all across the U.S. Devotees of this movement claim that switching over to raw … Continue reading
Dairy Foods: Are They Essential to Prevent Osteoporosis?
It is common knowledge that dairy products are good sources of calcium and that eating a diet rich in calcium can reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis (a thinning of the bones). Despite these well-known facts, some individuals still opt … Continue reading
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Plant Stanols and Sterols for Cholesterol Reduction
Those among us with elevated cholesterol levels are typically advised by health professionals to lose weight, exercise and consume a diet high in fiber and low in saturated fats and cholesterol. Although these measures can reduce one’s blood cholesterol, sometimes … Continue reading
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To Soy or Not to Soy
From soy chicken cutlets, soy milk, and soy-based meat substitutes, to soy nuts, chips, soy-based energy bars, and protein powders…soy products are popping up everywhere! This trend is secondary to the highly publicized research on soy’s health benefits. Before overstocking your shelves … Continue reading
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Choose Cherries For Your Health
With the LA marathon around the corner, this week’s nutritionbite is dedicated to all of you runners out there who are looking to get a “nutritional edge” on fueling up for your runs and reducing exercise-related inflammation after them. Being … Continue reading
Posted by Alyse in Exercise, Foods and Disease Prevention, Foods and Health Benefits
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Plant Stanols and Sterols for Cholesterol Reduction
Those among us with elevated cholesterol levels are typically advised by health professionals to lose weight, exercise and consume a diet high in fiber and low in saturated fats, trans fats and cholesterol. Although these measures can reduce one’s blood … Continue reading
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