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September In Review

Another month gone, another summer ended…where did it go? Let’s take a look at some of my favorite posts from the past month:
Sept 2 - We ended our series on The Physiology of Fasting with Part 6: What Happens To Your Body When You Fast? - Q&A.
Sept 4 - Greg looked at some great [...]

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They’re Kidding, Right? “Healthful Snacks”

Check out this article from Science Daily: Garbanzos, Lentils, Dry Peas And Beans Make Crunchy, Healthful Snacks
Garbanzos, lentils, and dry peas and beans can now make crunchy, great-tasting snacks that are also good for you. That’s according to Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and their university colleagues who’ve created the unique, healthful treats that [...]

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Snackers Likely To Eat More Low Fat Food

Snackers Likely To Eat More Low Fat Food
Recent studies from Cornell University show that the calories consumed in “low-fat” foods lead many people to eat 28 to 45 percent more calories than they would if they were eating the full-fat version.
There’s a very simple mechanism at work here. The human tongue predominantly tastes only [...]

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