Going up just one skirt size can make a big difference in your risk for breast cancer.
A study published in BMJ Open found increasing one skirt size per decade between your mid 20s and mid 50s is linked to a 33 percent increase in breast cancer risk.
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Mother Nature has a good reason for making broccoli green, pumpkin orange, and tomato red. The color your food says a lot about the nutrients it contains. A colorful plate indicates you’re reaping health benefits from a variety of nutrients, which will put you well on your way to adopting a healthier lifestyle and reaching your weight loss goals!
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After a long day at work, you walk in the door hungry and tired. What’s more appealing: a fresh piece of fruit or potato chips? When you’re run down and exhausted, the latter may be your instinct, but a new study shows you can train your brain to prefer healthier options.
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You can’t eat this. No, don’t eat that. Unfortunately, no is a common word associated with diets. And in some instances, we end up writing off the wrong foods and missing out on essential nutrients. Some foods get an undeserved bad rap, but it’s time to give the following six “unhealthy” foods a clean slate.
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The all-you-can-eat buffet may seem like a dieter’s demon, but there are few tricks to navigate the bottomless options of food with ease. Once you look past the rolls, pastas, and brownies, you can find some healthy options like fresh vegetables, fruits, and salads. Learn how to master the all-you-can-eat-buffet without derailing your weight loss plan.
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A sandwich has been a brown-bag staple for years, but it’s not always the healthiest lunch choice. By the time you’ve piled the meat and condiments you could easily create a calorie bomb. Not to mention eating the same thing every day can get, well, boring. But there are ways to lighten and spice up this lunchtime classic. Learn how to build a healthy sandwich in five easy steps.
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