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05/16/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Elderly people who follow a diet that is widely varied boost their quality of life

As a person advances in life, eating a variety of foods instead of restricting diets could be beneficial to their health. In a study, experts suggested that the elderly should follow a diet that is widely varied in order to boost the quality of their lives. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the largest organization of […]

05/07/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Debunking the metabolism excuse: Nutritionists say that metabolic rate doesn’t vary much from person to person…stop blaming your metabolism for your weight

If you’re not into physical activities or don’t like regularly going to the gym, you’ve probably used the line “I can’t lose weight like other people do because of my metabolism” one too many times as an excuse. But did you know that our metabolic rates aren’t that different after all? The U.K.’s National Health […]

12/13/2017 / By Lance D Johnson

Labeling matters: New study shows “snack foods” contribute to overeating

Food labels might not seem like a big deal, but more often than not, their messages and keywords shape your eating habits. Professor Jane Ogden and researchers from the University of Surrey studied the psychology of the words “snack” and “meal,” two terms that define many food products and influence consumer behavior. Their study shows […]

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