Are seed oils bad for you?

Seed oils such as canola, soybean, sunflower, cottonseed, corn, grapeseed, rice bran, and safflower are commonly used in cooking. Despite some claims that these oils may be harmful and lead to health issues, recent research suggests otherwise. Many people believe that the high levels of omega-6 fatty acids in seed...
May 16, 2025 No Comments READ MORE +

Are all heavily processed foods bad? What you need to know

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have been a hot topic lately, with research indicating a connection between high consumption of these foods and negative health outcomes like cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. However, recent studies have shown that not all UPFs are created equal, some may have neutral or even positive...
April 7, 2025 No Comments READ MORE +

5 Bad Habits for Weight Loss

Let's be honest: Losing weight is no easy, breezy walk in the park. It requires hard work, dedication, solid motivation, and establishing a game plan that works best for you. Whether you're just starting out on your journey or weeks in, there are certain habits you should...
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Having a Bad Day? Here Are 21 Things You Can Do to Turn It Around

“To affect the quality of the day, that is the highest of arts.”Henry David Thoreau “Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds you plant.”Robert Louis Stevenson There are days that exceed our expectations, days that are just okay, and then there are the bad days. Days...
October 9, 2024 No Comments READ MORE +

How to identify good and bad chocolate

Humans have been captivated by chocolate for centuries, with 91% of American women having chocolate cravings, as per a 2006 study. However, not all chocolate is the same. In this episode, chocolate expert Spencer Hyman and Prof. Sarah Berry delve into the world of cacao, discussing the factors that...
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