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Carbohydrates and Your Eyes

Here is an article from Tufts describing a study showing that limiting refined carbohydrates slows age-related macular degeneration (AMD). From the quick reading I did on Wikipedia, it looks like AMD is caused by damage to the blood vessels in the eyes. And as we all know, what damages blood vessels? It’s [...]

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Carbs and Fatty Liver

I saw this article on Eurekalert yesterday: Quick-burning carbs may cause fatty liver
Diets rich in rapidly-digested carbohydrates not only expand waistlines, but may also cause fatty liver, a condition that can lead to liver failure and death, finds a new study in mice.
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Fatty liver is becoming more common in Americans, especially in children, says Ludwig. [...]

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