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The not-so-sweet effects of artificial sweeteners on the body
What are artificial sweeteners? Artificial sweeteners are ingredients that sweeten or enhance the flavors of foods or drinks. They’re also called sugar substitutes, non-nutritive sweeteners or non-sugar sweeteners (NSS). Most are created in a lab from chemicals to mimic sugar. They’re often sweeter than table sugar, which comes from plant sources. That means less is needed…
Read MoreUnderstanding anxiety, depression, and effective interventions
Do you ever feel like your mind is racing and bouncing from one thought to the next, to the point where it feels impossible to focus on the task at hand? Or maybe all of a sudden your heart starts pounding, your palms are sweating, and it feels difficult to catch your breath. Do you…
Read MoreIs Walking Exercise?
According to the National Institute of Health, walking is simple, free and one of the easiest ways to get more active, lose weight and become healthier. Sometimes overlooked as a form of exercise, walking briskly can help you build stamina, burn excess calories and make your heart healthier. You do not have to walk for hours.…
Read MoreHow to reduce stress hormones: 5 ways to lower cortisol levels
According to a survey from the American Psychological Association, Americans are more stressed than ever. The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on America’s collective mental health, and issues such as climate change, inflation and racial inequality have contributed to increased stress across the nation. And stress doesn’t only impact mental health; Cortisol, a hormone associated…
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