Monthly Archives: March 2016
High Protein Diet Aids Sleep
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- on Mar, 31, 2016
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A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition looked at how diet affects sleep patterns. All subjects were put on a low calorie diet and divided into a normal protein group and a high protein group. The researchers found that people that consumed the diet higher in protein had a better quality […]
Read MoreMonetary Penalties Motivate People To Get Healthy
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- on Mar, 24, 2016
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The Annals of Internal Medicine published a study showing that employees are more motivated to exercise when financial penalties are associated with their progress compared to earning cash rewards or not receiving any incentive. The researchers found that people respond more positively to losses than gains, due to a concept known as “loss aversion.” The workers […]
Read MoreSupplement of the Month: Selenium
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- on Mar, 03, 2016
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What is Selenium and where is it found? Selenium is a mineral found in foods such as Brazil nuts, seafood, meats (especially organ meats), breads, grains, poultry, and eggs. It is also found in soil, so the amount of selenium in plant food varies depending on the geographic location and soil quality of the region. […]
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