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Functional Foods. Supplements. Adaptogens.

Functional Foods. Supplements. Adaptogens.

There has been much discussion lately about “Functional Foods," with new products claiming endless health benefits being blasted into social media and throughout the grocery aisle.

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How Much Protein is Too Much?

How Much Protein is Too Much?

Canned. Scooped. Powdered. Liquid. Today’s proteins come in many forms. While many are from naturally derived sources, much remains unknown about the long-term effects of ingesting lab-created supplements and isolated components of food. Especially when consumed excessively. 

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Not All Carbs are Created Equal

Not All Carbs are Created Equal

No one wants to pick up an energy bar and read the words "12 grams of added sugar." But that's exactly what you'll see when you reach for Perfect Bar's Coconut Peanut Butter bar. Or RXBAR's AM Blueberry Breakfast bar, which also has 12 grams of added sugar. Even Byte Bar, Kate's Whole Food Bar, and Bar You Eat have added sugar.

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There's Nothing 'Natural' about 'Natural Flavors'

There's Nothing 'Natural' about 'Natural Flavors'

When it comes to food labels, one term that often catches our attention is "natural flavors." It seems like a wholesome and healthy addition to our food, but what does it really mean? 

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