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Hot Dogs

Hot Dogs
My idea of a fine eating experience consists of a cooked hot dog, perhaps fresh off a roller grill at a convenience store, topped with pickle relish, fresh minced onion, and mustard (the regular yellow kind works just fine), all resting in a lightly toasted hot dog bun. A little sauerkraut would serve as an…
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Dietary Acid Load

Dietary Acid Load
Skepticism Before writing this blog post, I had vaguely heard of dietary acid load but was inclined to believe that it was nonsense. I’m not sure how came to believe that. After reading a number of articles, I changed my mind. Evidence to date shows that dietary acid load affects your health and well-being. Plus,…
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The Power of Multiple Healthy Lifestyle Choices

The Power of Multiple Healthy Lifestyle Choices
Most people probably realize that healthy lifestyle choices can postpone or avoid major chronic diseases. But most people probably don’t realize that embracing multiple healthy lifestyle choices predicts huge reductions in risks of chronic diseases. The following widely cited studies, all published in top journals, highlight the upside that you can expect … if you…
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Taking Up Physical Activity Late in Life

Taking Up Physical Activity Late in Life
It’s never too late to Keep Moving Physical activity is widely regarded as a key predictor of lifelong health and well-being. But does physical activity help prevent disability arising from mobility limitations in older adults? The Lifestyle Interventions and Independence for Elders (LIFEE) study addressed this question. This randomized trial enrolled participants at eight centers…
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