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A few years ago, someone created the tagline that took over the diet world—“you are what you eat.” People were quick to use it to demonize food groups. And the one that took the hardest hit was fat.Since then, the discussion around fat has been anything but balanced. From people who want to cut it out entirely to those on keto, getting over 60% of their calories from fat, the debate around this topic is ever so strong. So how much fat should you eat daily? What’s the healthy balance? Let’s dive …

The ketogenic diet, in short, keto, is one of the most popular diets at the moment. It has been around for about 100 years. Initially, it was the go-to diet for people with epilepsy, but it has since become a real dieting trend. So what are the advantages and disadvantages of the keto diet, and what makes it so popular? Is it really a diet that everyone can use, or should we exercise more caution? We’ll cover all this and more.What is the keto diet?The ketogenic diet, also known as keto, is a di …

Did you know more than half of your body is made of water? Though the percentage changes slightly based on your age, gender, and how hydrated you are, it’s no wonder that water is crucial for our health and our survival. But how much water do you need each day? The magic number seems to be 8 cups, though that’s not always true.You’d think the topic of water and hydration would be an easy one. Yet, there are so many myths surrounding it. In this article, we aim to debunk some of the most common o …

You wake up and check your phone. Then spend hours in front of the computer for work. In between, you check your phone several times. And let’s not forget about driving, because you have to get places. Finally, you have to end the day with a nice relaxing movie or a book.That’s an average day for someone living in this day and age. All these activities have one thing in common: they can strain your eyes. Blue light and focusing for long periods with little blinking can seriously damage your eyes …

Polycystic ovary syndrome, in short, PCOS, is the most common endocrine condition that affects women of reproductive age. Its symptoms include irregular cycles, weight gain or difficulty losing weight, hirsutism, and more.The Office of Women’s Health estimates that around 1 in 10 women struggle with it in the US. That amounts to roughly 6-12%, though some studies suggest the percentage might be as high as 21%. The actual number is still most likely unknown because many women go undiagnosed due t …