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Energy Drinks Linked to Liver Damage

For most people, energy drinks conjure up images of an active, healthy lifestyle and high productivity—but the truth is, these drinks can pose serious...
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Drinking Tea Cuts Your Risk of Dementia in Half

Despite great interest and numerous high-quality drug trials, an effective pharmaceutical treatment for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, both of which fall under the umbrella...

Talking to Friends & Family About Plant-Based Living

Plant-based diets are definitely popular among Hollywood A-Listers, but the same cannot be said for the characters they play on TV and in movies....
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It’s Time to Ditch Artificial Sweeteners for Good—Here’s Why

The allure of artificial sweeteners hooks an estimated 180 million Americans. With zero calories and 200 times the sweetness of sugar, artificial sweeteners like...

Vitamin C Targets and Kills Dangerous Cancer Stem Cells

According to a very exciting new study published in the journal Oncotarget, vitamin C may be up to 10 times more effective in killing...

Positively Addicting Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps — Copycat Recipe

Lettuce wraps are a menu item offered at many Asian restaurants. They’re typically made with a delicious filling of either ground chicken, vegetables, mushrooms,...
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Is Your Diet Causing Your Depression?

If you suffer from depression or anxiety or other mental illness, it may help to look closely at your diet. link between diet and...

The Truth Behind Major Myths About Soy

Misinformation about the so-called dangers of soy abound. Ironically, the fact that soy is an exceptionally nutrient-dense food has helped to fuel some of...

Fight Climate Change With Your Food Choices

In a recent article, George C. Wang, M.D., Ph.D., made a strong case for the impact our daily food choices have on climate change....

A Taste of Heaven: Mushroom, Brie, Truffle Crème Fraîche and Arugula Pizza

Pizza has come a long way since its 19th century beginnings in Naples, Italy, the birthplace of pizza. Today, pizza is among the most...