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Are Plant Sterols Effective for Lowering Cholesterol?
Even if we eat little or no cholesterol, phytosterols can block the reabsorption of the excess cholesterol our liver dumps into our intestines.
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Stainless Steel or Cast Iron: Which Cookware Is Best? Is Teflon Safe?
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Flashback Friday: Carcinogen-Blocking Effects of Turmeric Curcumin
Less than a teaspoon a day of turmeric appears to significantly lower the DNA-mutating ability...
Are Aluminum Pots, Bottles, and Foil Safe?
DNA damage is assessed in users of aluminum cookware.
How to Lower Lp(a) with Diet
What to eat and what to avoid to lower the cardiovascular disease risk factor lipoprotein(a).
Flashback Friday: Effect of Sucralose (Splenda) on the Microbiome
What effect do artificial sweeteners such as sucralose (Splenda), saccharin (Sweet & Low), aspartame (Nutrasweet),...
Treating High Lp(a): A Risk Factor for Atherosclerosis
What is this lipoprotein(a) and what can we do about it?
Benefits of Quinoa for Lowering Triglycerides
How do the nutrition and health effects of quinoa compare to whole grains?
Flashback Friday: Boosting Brown Fat Through Diet
The fat-burning properties of brown adipose tissue can be boosted by cold exposure, certain flavor...
The Role of the Toxic Food Environment in the Obesity Epidemic
Implausible explanations for the obesity epidemic, such as sedentary lifestyles or lack of self-discipline, serve...
The Role of Corporate Influence in the Obesity Epidemic
Like the tobacco industry adding extra nicotine, the food industry employs taste engineers to accomplish...
Flashback Friday: Coffee and Mortality
What effect does coffee and tea consumption have on longevity, cancer risk, GERD reflux, bone...
