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Filling Your Plate with Foods that Lower Cholesterol

People with high cholesterol have likely received advice from their providers about managing their condition. In addition to taking medications, making heart-healthy lifestyle changes, like losing weight, working out regularly and eating a healthy, nutritious diet, can help.
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Is Gluten-Free Healthy? Learn about Going Gluten-Free

A gluten-free diet doesn’t mean just a bread-free diet. Learn more about this dietary trend, and find out if such a diet is one that could benefit your health.
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6 Surprising Foods with Caffeine—and What to Do When You’ve Had Too Much

Caffeine can impact your sleep and make you anxious, and considering there are so many drinks and foods with caffeine, you may not realize how much you’re consuming.
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Is Tofu a Healthy Alternative to Meat?

A person’s food preferences can become a big debate. Tofu versus meat is a prime example, showcasing how different nutritional concepts can often clash. Which is healthier, though? Learn more about tofu to understand what sets it apart from traditional protein.
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Exercise Snacks & Other Ways to Counteract Too Much Sitting

If you spend hours each day sitting at a desk in front of a computer, you aren’t alone. Could “exercise snacks” be enough to counteract all that sitting?
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Woman with headache suffering from caffeine withdrawals

Tired? Having Headaches? You Could Be Experiencing Caffeine Withdrawal

Your daily coffee could be giving you more side effects than just energy. Here’s what you need to know about caffeine withdrawal and when to reduce your caffeine consumption.
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Low-Sugar Drinks You Can Enjoy if You Have Diabetes

Diabetes management entails navigating how different foods and drinks affect your blood sugar. Many drinks contain high amounts of sugar, which can make blood glucose rise rapidly. Keep an eye on what you drink to ensure you’re eating and drinking with your blood sugar level in mind.
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Supplements

Supplements for Joint Pain: Helpful or Harmful?

Aches in your joints can make it difficult to concentrate and enjoy your day. But should you consider taking supplements for joint pain relief? Take a moment to learn about joint pain supplements, how they work and when your doctor might recommend you take them.
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Is Caffeine Bad for Your Heart? It Depends.

Caffeine is used in some of the world’s most popular drinks. Known for its energy-boosting properties, caffeine can also affect heart health. Learn the pros and cons of caffeine and the downsides of drinking too much.
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Nutrition for Lung Health and COPD

The foods we eat affect all aspects of our health, even lung health. An unhealthy diet can increase your symptoms if you have lung disease, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Eating the right balance of nutritious foods can help improve respiratory symptoms and benefit long-term lung health.
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