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Why Holiday Foods Feel So Comforting: The Neuroscience of Cravings and Nostalgia

Every year, as the holidays approach, something fascinating happens inside the brain. Foods we may rarely eat during the rest of the year—pumpkin pie, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cinnamon rolls, casseroles, peppermint mochas—suddenly acquire an emotional power far beyond their ingredients....

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Ditch the Sugar Woes and Protect Yourself from Hidden Risks

Sugar woes—sugar blues. We've all been there. That moment when you realize you've gone overboard with the sweet stuff and your body isn't as thrilled as you anticipated. But what's really going on when we indulge in too much sugar?...

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15 Tips to Avoid Weight Gain Over the Holidays: Stay Lean!

15 Tips to Avoid Weight Gain Over the Holidays: Stay Lean!

The holidays are a joyous time. But for many, they also bring anxiety about weight gain. Consider these 15 tips to avoid weight gain over the holidays when you're bombarded with delicious and high-calorie food. Temptations lurk at every corner,...

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Calories In Calories Out: The Complex Path to Weight Loss

Calories In Calories Out: The Complex Path to Weight Loss

You've heard the saying "calories in calories out," but it's often easier said than done. Maybe you diligently track your calorie intake, religiously hit the gym, and yet see the scale barely budge. It can feel like you're stuck on...

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Aspartame: The Deadly Poison You Eat and Drink Daily?

Aspartame: The Deadly Poison You Eat and Drink Daily?

In what you may consider stunning news – primarily because you’ve been led to believe it’s as safe as mom’s apple pie – the World Health Organization took a couple small steps to warn us in 2023 about the dangers...

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