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Do Low-Carb Diets Help You Lose Weight? Here’s What the Science Says
By Clare Collins, Erin Clarke and Rebecca Williams Your Health

Do Low-Carb Diets Help You Lose Weight? Here’s What the Science Says

In the 1970s, low-carb diets were all the rage. The Dr Atkin’s Diet Revolution book claimed carbohydrate restriction was a “high calorie way to stay thin forever”. Carbohydrates are found in breads, cereals and other grains, fruit, vegetables and milk. They’re also in ultra-processed fast foods, cakes, chips and soft drinks. These days, low-carb diets […]

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Foods to Avoid on a Low Carb Diet
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Foods to Avoid on a Low Carb Diet

Bad carbs are known for their empty calories that can spike blood sugar levels, while good carbs fuel our brain and provide certain nutrients our body needs to function properly. However, due to the bad rep carbs have been getting, low carb diets have become increasingly popular. To help make a low carb diet more successful, try to avoid these carb-ridden foods.

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6 Common Causes of Halitosis
By Rachel Despres Your Health

6 Common Causes of Halitosis

Bad breath is something everyone can relate to. Whether it’s a result of just having woken up in the morning or eaten food with garlic in it, it occurs very frequently. Halitosis—the medical term used to describe chronic bad breath—is also quite common, affecting 25% of people worldwide, according to Medical News Today. Unfortunately, however, […]

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What to Know Before Committing to a Low Carb Diet
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

What to Know Before Committing to a Low Carb Diet

For some, the environmental benefits are enough reason to move towards a plant based diet, but for others, it’s the health benefits that play a major motivator. Whatever your reasons, the move away from meat can be a difficult one, but there are some tips that can help with the transition.

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Diet Foods That Don’t Help With Weight Loss
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Diet Foods That Don’t Help With Weight Loss

Despite the fact that many foods are marked with “low fat” and “fat free” labels,  a large majority of so-called “diet” foods are actually filled with sodium, trans fats, artificial sugars, and in reality, aren’t very good for you. This is why the folks from, Evoke.ie, Ireland’s leading online source for lifestyle, celebrity, and health news; created “The […]

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