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A quick search of the internet will reveal an astonishing number of diseases and conditions for which coconut oil is claimed to be helpful. Some of the touted benefits include improving weight loss, possibly through increased fat burning, reducing hunger and reducing belly fat; treating bowel diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome and Crohn’s disease;…
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Red meat has been consistently associated with increased incidence of cardiovascular disease (1,2). Plant protein sources on the other hand seem to be protective of the heart and blood vessels (3,4). A systematic review of randomized controlled trials revealed decreases in blood LDL-cholesterol, non-HDL cholesterol and apoB lipoprotein levels when animal protein is replaced with…
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A surprising meta-analysis was published in the Annals of Internal Medicine last month stating that it’s okay to keep eating red and processed meat (1). Given the wealth of research that points out the many health benefits of reducing or eliminating meat from the diet, the conclusion of this study is puzzling to say the…
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Olive oil is often praised as the paragon of oils and an essential part of a healthy diet. Upon examination of the evidence however it becomes clear that eating olive oil is not the way to optimal health. The Basics of Olive Oil Olive oil is not a whole food. It is a processed,…
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As more information is uncovered about the harmful health effects of eating meat and the damaging impact of intensive farming to our health, the environment and animal welfare, many people are seeking alternatives that are healthier and sustainable. Claims have been made for the advantages of eating grass-fed meat over the meat products coming from…
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My name is Debra Harley (BScPhm) and I welcome you to my retirement project, this website. Over the course of a life many lessons are learned, altering deeply-rooted ideas and creating new passions.
