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December 15, 2014

How a low-carb diet can influence HDL levels. http://bit.ly/1wzTiAN

How a low-carb diet can influence HDL levels. http://bit.ly/1wzTiAN


Higher Dietary Carbohydrate Associated with Lower HDL
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As it turns out, diet does in fact playing important role in determining a person���s HDL level, or "good cholesterol." A low-carb diet increases HDL.
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December 14, 2014

The idea that we can't replace brain cells is completely false. http://bit.ly/1B...

The idea that we can't replace brain cells is completely false. http://bit.ly/1BLlJ3g



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December 13, 2014

Perhaps you could use some of these tricks to help wean your kids off of soda an...

Perhaps you could use some of these tricks to help wean your kids off of soda and other sugar-sweetened beverages. http://huff.to/1zJVAPX


Simple Messages Could Convince Kids to Drink Less Sugar
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Teens probably pay the least attention to health warnings, so how can we get the group that drinks the most soda to notice?...
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Published on December 13, 2014 07:56

December 12, 2014

This chocolate truffle recipe, available in The Grain Brain Cookbook, is the per...

This chocolate truffle recipe, available in The Grain Brain Cookbook, is the perfect treat to bring to holiday parties where other sweets might draw your eye. #FoodFriday http://bit.ly/1z6MnQy


Chocolate Truffles
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1/2 cup heavy whipping cream 1 teaspoon almond, orange, vanilla, or hazelnut flavoring 8 ounces bittersweet dark chocolate (at least 70 percent cacao), chopped into small pieces Cocoa powder or chopped nuts for coating
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Published on December 12, 2014 09:36

December 10, 2014

A high-fat, low-carb diet is a powerful treatment for epilepsy. Watch Michelle's...

A high-fat, low-carb diet is a powerful treatment for epilepsy. Watch Michelle's story, and learn more here: http://bit.ly/137u03e



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December 9, 2014

Big announcement from CNN: early-onset Alzheimer’s is reversible! http://cnn.it/...

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We may be able to reverse signs of early Alzheimer's disease
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Want to reverse the early signs of Alzheimer's disease? Exercising, getting enough sleep, cutting down on processed foods and other habits may help.
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Published on December 09, 2014 09:57

December 8, 2014

The war on cholesterol has been wrong all along. In fact, LOWER cholesterol leve...

The war on cholesterol has been wrong all along. In fact, LOWER cholesterol levels are associated with a higher risk of dementia. http://bit.ly/1qkBZnC



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December 7, 2014

Carbohydrate restriction may be one option for cancer treatment and prevention....

Carbohydrate restriction may be one option for cancer treatment and prevention. http://bit.ly/1zBfgDK


Is there a role for carbohydrate restriction in the treatment and prevention of cancer? | David...
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Epidemiological and anthropological studies indicate that restricting dietary CHOs could be beneficial in decreasing cancer risk.
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Published on December 07, 2014 08:19

December 6, 2014

Don't miss my recent interview on Newsmax's "Meet the Doctors." Learn how low-ca...

Don't miss my recent interview on Newsmax's "Meet the Doctors." Learn how low-carb can save your brain! http://nws.mx/1zutk1S


Is Your Diet Giving You Alzheimer's?
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The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease will more than double over the next three decades. A leading U.S. neurologist argues that the typical carb-heavy American diet and sedentary lifestyles are partly what���s behind the growing numbers of Alzheimer���s patients in the U.S.
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Published on December 06, 2014 07:01

December 5, 2014

Low-carb diet preserves vision. http://bit.ly/1w5lcHD

Low-carb diet preserves vision. http://bit.ly/1w5lcHD


Low Glycemic Diet Slows Progression of Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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Individuals whose diets had higher levels of high glycemic index foods had a dramatic increase risk for progression or worsening of macular degeneration.
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Published on December 05, 2014 07:58