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Macros Nutrition Diet

What are macros? An exercise and nutrition scientist explains

The FDA wants to put nutrition warnings on the fronts of food packages to reduce obesity, other health conditions

Alzheimer's risk increases with rise in this 'hidden' body fat, researchers find

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New U.S. dietary guidelines may alter a memorable first birthday tradition

Toddlers Cake Guidelines

Fish oil supplements may not protect against cancer – as previously believed

Fish oil supplements don't protect against -- may even increase prostate cancer risk

Some foods are designed to keep you eating – even when you're full

Chocolate Chip Cookies

The average American still eats too much sugar and red meat

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Let them eat more fat? Researcher argues that a balance of types of fat is the key

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Study: No, enjoying that full-fat ice cream won't kill you

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IVF Pregnancy Birth

Most costly add-on procedures marketed to improve IVF success show little benefit, study says

Roxborough Acute Rehab

Roxborough Memorial Hospital's inpatient rehabilitation: A beacon of excellence

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Having survived colorectal cancer, this Philly woman is now speaking out against cancer disparities

Fitness Court Chester

Chester County has a new outdoor gym with 7 stations for a 7-minute workout

Hawthorne House Sister Mary Scullion

For people in addiction, Project HOME's new facility bridges the gap between hospitalization and...

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Why so many adults feel lonely and how to build stronger social connections

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