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Loma Linda Study Adds to Evidence That Vegetarians Tend to Outlive Meat-Eaters

 Overall an average 12 percent lower risk of dying over study period compared to frequent meat consumers. Read More
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Nutrient Shown to Play Key Role in Regulating Cancer Cell Growth

 Apigenin alters a specific step in gene regulation, restructuring cancer cells into normal cells that die as scheduled. Read More
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Proper Diet Can Help Slow Onset of Alzheimer's Disease, Researchers Say

 Vitamins B6, B12 combined with folic acid figure prominently in slowing gray matter atrophy. Read More
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Americans Favor More Exercise Over Higher Healthcare Costs, Study Finds

 Option to enroll in pedometer-based program yields reduced insurance rates and waistlines. Read More
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American Medical Association Now Recognizes Obesity as a Disease

 35.7 percent of Americans now classified as sick; potential for changes in reimbursement rules for obesity drugs, surgery and counseling. Read More
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Large-Scale Nutrition Study Offers Guidelines for Reducing Risk of Premature Death

 Results suggest that following simple recommendations could significantly increase longevity and lower overall healthcare costs. Read More
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Antioxidants in Pecans May Help Our Hearts, Researchers Claim

 Pecans contain different forms of vitamin E along with many other compounds that have been shown to function as antioxidants. Read More
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Berries Can Protect Aging Brains, Researchers Suggest

 Tufts, University of Maryland study suggests they may even reverse some behavioral deficits. Read More
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Menus Listing Time to 'Walk Off' Calories Lead to Healthier Choices, Study Finds

 Understanding what is needed to counteract the caloric intake helps put choices into perspective. Read More
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"Everything in Moderation" Is Bad Diet Philosophy, Researchers Say

 Even small amounts of soda or slice of chocolate cake might have a bigger effect on your health than you think. Read More
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U.S. Ranks Last Among 16 Developed Nations in Lifespan and Illness, Report Finds

 TurboCharged co-authors say optimal body composition and health is not rocket science. Read More
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Eighty Percent of Heart Disease Is Preventable, Say Mayo Clinic Researchers

 Researchers agree, never too late to make healthy and positive diet and lifestyle changes. Read More
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Obesity May Cause Lower Levels of Vitamin D, Say British Researchers

 Study sheds light on previous school of thought and possible health implications. Read More
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Few Americans Aware of Obesity's Detrimental Effects, Poll Finds

 Boomer generation health experts Dian Griesel, Ph.D., and Tom Griesel: "Our health is our responsibility." Read More
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Half of American Adults Will Be Obese by 2030, Say Researchers

 Report projects health care related costs to reach $2.7 trillion. Read More
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TurboCharged Takes Top Spots as Amazon Best Selling Diet and Nutrition Book

 Today Show segment on Joy Fit Club with Kathie Lee and Hoda, highlights man's 150-pound weight loss journey and skyrockets sales. Read More
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Are You Ready to Get De-Hypnotized?

 Achieving peak performance by deprogramming automated reactions and responses through self-hypnosis. Read More
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Latest US Obesity Statistics Find Link Between Poverty and Being Overweight

 State-by-state obesity statistics released. Top 10 dominated by states with low income levels. Read More
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Infants' Diet Affects Their IQ by Age Eight, Say Researchers

 Recent study from the University of Adelaide found that infants' early diet can make a noticeable difference in IQ. Read More
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Potential Link Found Between Early Diet Choices and Eating Disorders in Girls

 Researchers found the percentage of carbohydrate and fat consumption by girls around age 11 seemed to predict increases in body dissatisfaction by age 14. Read More
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Potential Link Found Between Early Diet Choices and Eating Disorders in Girls

 Researchers found the percentage of carbohydrate and fat consumption by girls around age 11 seemed to predict increases in body dissatisfaction by age 14. Read More
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Two Studies Find Traditional Foraging Lifestyle Beneficial for Health

 According to the studies, lifestyle factors are the major cause; high levels of physical activity, large amounts of fruits and vegetables and lower caloric intake are common and may offer protection against health problems. Read More
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Ingesting Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Lower Levels of Protein Linked to Alzheimer's

 A new suggests that eating foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids may be associated with lower blood levels of a protein related to Alzheimer's disease and memory problems. Read More
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Study Links Humanity's Evolutionary Success to Meat-Eating

 The study compared nearly 70 mammalian species and found a connection between eating meat and a faster weaning process. Read More
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Obesity Linked to Liver Cancer Risk in Two Recent Studies

 Obesity has been linked to many adverse metabolic conditions such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease along with fatty liver disease. Read More
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Salt Content of Fast Food Higher in North America Than Europe, Study Finds

 Researchers found that fast food in the U.S. and Canada contains much higher amounts of sodium than either the United Kingdom or France. Read More
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Obesity Accounts for Nearly 21% of Healthcare Costs, Researchers Claim

 Researchers found that the cost of obesity is most likely twice as high as previous estimates and is now responsible for nearly 21% of healthcare expenses. Read More
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Mango Consumption Linked to Better Health in Two Studies

 Researchers found that those who regularly ate mangos scored higher on the Healthy Eating Index than those that did not. Read More
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Limiting Eating Times May Override Ills Linked to High-Fat Diet, Study Finds

 Turbocharged authors advise eating very lightly during the day and using extended periods without food to accelerate the rate at which the body uses fat stores. Read More
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TurboCharged Recipes Offers More Than 400 Culinary Delights That Get You Lean and Healthy the TurboCharged Way

 The recipes in the pages of TurboCharged Recipes were created and compiled for the person who loves good food, but can't or won't spend hours preparing it because they are far too busy living and loving life. Read More
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Heavy Weights Not Required to Build Muscle, Study Finds

 "Strength training is necessary for muscle maintenance and optimal health, but there are many ways to accomplish this," say boomer generation health experts Dian Griesel, Ph.D., and Tom Griesel, Read More
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Beta-Carotene Derivatives Can Block Effectiveness of Vitamin A, Study Suggests

 Many known and still unknown compounds found in whole natural food are good for you when consumed as part of a balanced diet, but may be toxic when isolated into supplement form. Read More
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Researchers Predict 11 Percent of Americans Will Be Severely Obese by 2030

 According to a recent 400-page report by the Institute of Medicine (IOM), over 65% of American adults are overweight. Read More
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Lack of Sleep Could Contribute to Weight Gain, Researchers Conclude

 After looking at 1,088 pairs of twins, researchers found a correlation between sleeping fewer than seven hours a night with an increased BMI and greater genetic influences on BMI. Read More
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Harvard Researchers Find Link Between White Rice Consumption and Diabetes

 After analyzing results of two studies in China and Japan and two in the US and Australia, a significant trend was discovered: The more white rice consumed, the higher the risk of type 2 diabetes. Read More
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Annual Cost of Obesity Is $300 Billion, Experts Estimate

 The Congressional Budget Office predicts that obesity-related spending will increase an average of 3.6% a year on a per-person basis. Read More
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Low-Glycemic Diet Beneficial, Cancer Researchers Claim

 Researchers concluded that a steady diet of HGL foods will increase inflammation in overweight and obese people, and most likely everyone else too. Read More
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A Diet Plan That Fattens Your Pockets

 Boomer generation health experts and authors, Dian and Tom Griesel offer tips to fatten your pockets while dieting. Read More
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Choice of Words When Dieting Might Determine Success, Researchers Claim

 Researchers concluded that what dieters say or think in times of decision or temptation can make a huge difference in one's rate of success. Read More
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Does Popcorn Have More Antioxidants Than Fruits and Vegetables?

 A recent University of Scranton study concluded that popcorn has more antioxidants than fruits or vegetables. Read More
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Are You Ready to Get De-Hypnotized?

 The co-authors of the new book The TurboCharged Mind believe people have spent a fair amount of time 'hypnotizing' themselves into bad patterns. Read More
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Weight-Loss Surgery Can Potentially Reverse Diabetes, Researchers Claim

 Recent research suggest that weight-loss surgery can reverse and possibly cure diabetes. Read More
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Melanoma Rates Rising in Those 18 to 39, Mayo Clinic Reports

 Melanoma, like many other modern diseases, had previously been considered an age related condition. Read More
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Red Meat Consumption Linked to Cancer by Harvard Researchers

 Researchers found that daily consumption of red meat, both processed and unprocessed, was associated with increased risk of total, cardiovascular disease and cancer mortality. Read More
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Overeating Might Increase Risk of Memory Loss, Study Suggests

 The odds of having mild cognitive impairment more than doubled for those in the highest calorie-consuming group compared to those in the lowest. Read More
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Mediterranean Diet Might Reduce Brain Damage, Researchers Suggest

 Researchers noted that patients following the Mediterranean diet appeared to protect the brain. Read More
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Can We Blame Our Genes for Obesity and Related Diseases?

 Researchers discovered that other genes controlled by KLF-14 are linked to a range of metabolic conditions including BMI, obesity, cholesterol, insulin and glucose levels. Read More
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Does Our Mental State Affect Our Hunger Levels?

 A study from Yale University suggested that people's state of mind influences how they react physiologically to food. Read More
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Get Nutty or Fruity to Improve Your Mood

 Researchers recently found that eating just one ounce of raw mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds and hazelnuts) increased serotonin levels. Read More
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Study Finds "Veggie Tan" More Attractive Than Regular Suntan

 Research shows that a "veggie tan" is even more appealing than the color you get from the sun. Read More
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Boomers Increasingly Worried About Healthcare Costs

 One of the main concerns of baby boomers is healthcare costs, according to a poll published last year. Read More
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Weight and Health Aided by Lower Intake of Carbohydrates, Study Finds

 Diet high in carbohydrates sets off a metabolic cascade of events, such as an increase in blood serum glucose and insulin and an increase of lipids. Read More
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Alternatives to Gastric Bypass Surgery Are Safer and Cheaper

 A recent Stanford University study examined 980 patients who had gastric bypass surgery. Read More
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Boomer's Obesity Sets Stage for Health Declines

 The poll also found that half of obese boomers say they are regularly exercising; many say they get some aerobic exercise, but only 25% said they get the recommended 4-5 sessions or 2.5 hours per week. Read More
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Diets of Expecting Mothers May Cause Diabetes in Children

 The research shows that individuals who have a poor diet in the womb are less able to store fats normally in later life. Read More
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Sprints Better Than Endurance-Type Exercise, Studies Suggest

 Reports indicate that shorter, more intense methods are not only more time-efficient, but may also be better for you. Read More
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Choose Healthy Foods for Antioxidants, Experts Urge

 Natural foods-like fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, eggs and other quality proteins-contain an abundant variety of antioxidants and other ingredients we need for optimal health. Read More
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Future Obesity Risk Shown to Be Measurable in Young Children

 The study identified specific behavior of their mothers around the time of birth. Read More
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Laughter Is The Best Medicine, Recent Studies Claim

 A Vanderbilt University study concludes that giggling for 15 minutes daily burns enough calories to shed up to five pounds of fat annually. Read More
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New Online Forum for TurboCharged Program Now Open to Public

 The groundbreaking TurboCharged 8-step program that defies common weight-loss theories, have opened a new electronic forum for TurboCharged participants. Read More