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10 Stubborn Exercise Myths that Won’t Die, Debunked by Science

10 Stubborn Exercise Myths that Won’t Die, Debunked by Science

I contributed to an article about exercise myths. Check it out! 

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How to Spot Added Sugar on Food Labels

How to Spot Added Sugar on Food Labels

If you want to reduce your intake of added sugars you will need to carefully read the labels on the prepackaged food you eat. Unfortunately, “sugar” is listed under over a dozen different names. This should help.

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Sugar: The Bitter Truth

The author of the Nature article, Dr. Lustig, gave this comprehensive lecture about dietary sugar and health. It’s a bit dense, but educational for sure.

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The Toxic Truth About Sugar

The Toxic Truth About Sugar

The topic of sugar intake and health isn’t really new, but this recent comment in the journal Nature reviewed the health effects and made (controversial) suggestions for regulating sugar in the food supply. It’s a good read, even fif you are not a scientist.

 

Sugar and your health: Aiken Standard

My latest Health & Fitness column in the Aiken Standard was published today. Check it out: Sugar and your health: Aiken Standard.

 

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Things Apple is Worth More Than:  American Obesity. The numbers aren’t exactly right–both Apple and and obesity are “worth” more. And you have to like the picture!

Is your cholesterol medication interfering with exercise?

For many patients, “statins” are wonder drugs for lowering cholesterol. Like most other drugs that treat lifestyle diseases like high cholesterol, they are most effective when combined with proper diet and regular exercise. But recent research suggests that these medications may cause muscle aches and fatigue which could interfere with exercise. Read about it here:

Phys Ed: Do Statins Make It Tough to Exercise? – NYTimes.com.