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By Debra Wein, MS, RD
Glycemic Index
he glycemic index (GI) is often used to help people eat healthfully, reduce the risk of diabetes and improve exercise p...
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By Debra Wein, MS, RD
CRP and Cardiovascular Disease
racking your total cholesterol level is a good way to assess your risk of coronary heart disease. But i...
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The Latest in Bone Health
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n the past, research on calcium mainly focused on preventing a deficiency state, which can lead to weake...
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Does Soy Impact Breast Cancer?
n the February 2000 "Research Update" column I discussed the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA 1...
