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The Keto Diet: Benefits and Challenges to Expect
By Sarah Reynolds Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

The Keto Diet: Benefits and Challenges to Expect

The ketogenic (keto) diet may seem like a relatively new concept in the world of weight loss, but this diet originated back in the 1920s and was originally created as a nutritional guide for children with epilepsy because it was shown to have beneficial results for those suffering from seizures. The popularity of the diet […]

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6 Vision-Impacting Habits to Keep an Eye On
By Emily Lockhart Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

6 Vision-Impacting Habits to Keep an Eye On

I’m often stricken by the fact that too much or too little of a good thing can negatively impact our health. While you’ve probably guessed that sticking you nose in your smartphone could impact your vision—you likely didn’t know that hitting the books could also cause vision impairment. If you’ve recently experienced unexplained vision issues, […]

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Health Reasons to Say “YES” to Wild Salmon
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Health Reasons to Say “YES” to Wild Salmon

There are many health benefits to incorporating wild salmon into your diet.  Wild salmon dine on other fish (unlike farm-raised salmon, which can be fed fillers or injected with antibiotics for mass production), which means they are high in essential omega-3 fatty acids (or good fats), protein, and low in saturated fats (bad fats).

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