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Periodic Fasting Gains Followers

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Should You Avoid Meat for Good Health?

More than half of Americans who make New Year’s resolutions resolve to “eat healthier.” If you’re one, you might be confused about the role meat should play in your health.

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Oregon Bans CBD Alcoholic Beverages

The Oregon Liquor Control Commission cited concerns raised by the FDA of potential liver damage from CBD.

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Half of US Adults Will Be Obese by 2030

There's no way to sugarcoat this news.

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Study: Americans Willing to Reduce Meat Intake

Young respondents indicated they are nearly four times more likely to reduce meat intake than to rule out meat-free meals completely.

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Why it Can Be Hard to Stop Eating

Some foods may be designed that way.

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Pepsi Reveals Coffee-Infused Cola

It's got nearly twice the caffeine of regular Pepsi.