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All-Star of the Day: Shrimp
Although small in size, shrimp are one of nutrition’s biggest kahunas. Like eggs, they spent some time on the “Do Not Eat” list in the fat-phobic 90′s due to their high cholesterol. But, as you...
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You Ask, I Answer: B Vitamins
How much energy do B vitamins provide? – Michael Gardner Buffalo, NY Ah, yes, the “vitamins give energy” myth. I can understand why many people would think so, given the misleading advertising...
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You Ask, I Answer: Iron/Vegetarianism
For women with low iron stores, [who therefore] need to consume beef, does [soy ground beef] contain iron that can help keep the stores up? – Micah and Katie (Via the blog) Great question! Let’s start...
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An Experiment to Remember
In November of 1944, Physiologist Ancel Keys and some colleagues at the University of Minnesota conducted a fascinating study known as The Minnesota Experiment. It consisted of 36 healthy anti-war...
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When A Blood Test Isn’t Enough
If you’re looking to get a firm grasp on your iron status, a simple blood test won’t do. Most routine blood tests exclusively report levels of hemoglobin, which only help detect iron-deficiency anemia....
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