Pour yourself a cup of coffee, we have good news about the bitter brown liquid (which is not beer) and even better news for those who prefer coffee with milk. A new study has found a clear link between the amount of caffeine in a person’s blood and their body fat percentage, which is directly […]
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What are these dreaded “forever chemicals” and why are they building up in our bodies causing cancers, diabetes, hormonal changes, and scores of other health and developmental issues? You won’t like what you’re about to read. A class of chemical compounds called per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are slowly piling up all around us and
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Eating at least two serves of fruit daily appears to lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 36%, according to a new study authored by researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Australia. The study measured that eating at least two serves of whole fruits per day, but not fruit juice, increases insulin
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Trying to lose belly fat by intermittent fasting? We might have some bad news for you. What type of intermittent fasting have you adopted?
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This kitchen gadget seems like it’s been borrowed from a plumber’s arsenal, or stolen from a solderer’s toolbox. However, its main role in the kitchen is somewhat more… flamboyant. In a tasteful way, that is. Try some of our blowtorch recipes and prepare to burn some butane! Don’t you feel like a true chef when
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Is it possible to boost serotonin levels naturally without resorting to supplements or medicines? What foods can increase this “happiness hormone”? Stick with us and you’ll find the answers you’ve been looking for. But first things first. What is serotonin? Serotonin is a chemical found in many parts of the human body: connective tissue, gut,
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What is the Atkins diet, how does it work, and is it effective for weight loss? Bonus: plenty of recipes to choose from. In 1972, a cardiologist named Robert Coleman Atkins wrote a best-selling book called Dr. Atkins’ Diet Revolution, to detail his findings on low-carb nutrition. Since then, many pieces of research and studies
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Are you among those who would not trade meat for vegetables? Maybe the following lines will make you change your mind. It is said that fruits and vegetables must be present in all the main meals of the day. In the absence of nutrients extracted from these, the body faces several problems – not serious,
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Curcumin, a natural compound found in the spice turmeric, could help eliminate certain viruses, including a certain type of coronavirus, research has found. A study published in the Journal of General Virology showed that curcumin can prevent Transmissible gastroenteritis virus (TGEV) – an alpha-group coronavirus that infects pigs – from infecting cells. At higher doses,
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Hunger. We all struggle to understand it so we can better manage our weight, while also making sure to feed our body with all the necessary nutrients in order to function properly. Yet hunger, accompanied by cravings, always seem to stand in the way of our slim silhouettes. Let’s shed some light on this matter!
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When you are a cat parent, you want to provide your furry friend the best possible life it can have. This includes best cat foods available on the market, tons of toys to play with, cozy cat beds to lay and sleep into, and special moments spent together. Providing the best cat food for your
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Sure you know breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Today, you’ll find out why it’s also important to be the sweetest. Is eating chocolate cake for breakfast good for the waistline? A scientific study conducted by the University of Tel Aviv tested a hypothesis: eating chocolate cake for breakfast results in losing
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