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The Benefits of Eating Slowly
Medically Reviewed Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Your Health

The Benefits of Eating Slowly

It’s common to eat too quickly, which can cause a variety of negative health implications, including gaining weight. Taking the time to throughly chew your food can increase your fullness hormones, improve digestion, and reduce the risk of heart disease. Follow along as we take a deep dive into all the benefits of eating slowly, and some tips to help you eat slower in the future.

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Diet Can Influence Mood, Behavior and More – A Neuroscientist Explains
By Monica Dus Your Health

Diet Can Influence Mood, Behavior and More – A Neuroscientist Explains

During the long seafaring voyages of the 15th and 16th centuries, a period known as the Age of Discovery, sailors reported experiencing visions of sublime foods and verdant fields. The discovery that these were nothing more than hallucinations after months at sea was agonizing. Some sailors wept in longing; others threw themselves overboard. The cure […]

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Lactose Intolerance: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Lactose Intolerance: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

If you’ve ever had an uncomfortable rumbling in your stomach shortly after eating dairy, you might be lactose intolerant. It’s estimated that 68-percent of the world population have some degree of lactose intolerance. Here’s a look at everything to know about lactose intolerance, including the symptoms, causes, and treatment options.

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