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21 of the best arguments for and against coconut oil3 examples of #fakenews from the world of nutrition research3 Science-based steps to curbing your appetite4 science-based “superfoods” you should consider eating5 little-known facts about protein5 nutrients that could lift your mood5 supplements (and foods) for a stronger heart
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A compound from beer may help fat lossA love letter to PubMedA more daring Examine?A non-traditional use for probiotics: illness in athletesA simple decision tree for ThanksgivingAbsence of evidence is …Acacia rigidula, BMPEA and your supplementsAllulose: the hottest sweetener on the block?AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK)APRIL FOOLS: Follow Your Gut FeelingAPRIL FOOLS: Introducing ... Adamantium Bone Broth™APRIL FOOLS: Introducing Re-Brain and our new Supplement CatalogueAPRIL FOOLS: Of mice, men, and gainzAPRIL FOOLS: Study finds that consuming hand-picked cherries improves mental health by over 9,000%APRIL FOOLS: This supplement is a no brainerAPRIL FOOLS: This underrated superfood is a tasty game-changerAPRIL FOOLS: We have a new course: master the skills we use every dayApril Fools!April Fools'Are cast iron pans unsafe?Are eggs healthy?Are there health benefits to a low carb diet?Ashwagandha benefits for menAsk your local library to sign up for Examine+!
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Caloric restriction under the guise of weight-loss herbsCan arachidonic acid work as a bodybuilding supplement?Can cutting out FODMAPs cut out IBS symptoms?Can drinking wine really replace exercise?Can hypothyroidism lead to fat gain?Can supplemental vitamin D improve sleep?Can vitamin D cure depression?Can vitamin D-crease pain?Can you boost your flu shot with prebiotics and probiotics?Carbohydrates for marathonersCarbs, Fats, and Carbs plus FatsCase study: Weight gain mysteryChocolate and all of its benefitsChocolate Candy and its Lack of Association with ObesityCoconut water ... overhyped and understudied?Cognition, Depression, and PMSCombining citrulline with glutathione could increase your pumpCould fasting help treat MS symptoms?Could your supplement be tainted?Cranberry juice for UTIs: natural remedy or old wives’ tale?
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Did you know that sugary fruits could help regulate... blood sugar?Do high-carbohydrate diets increase the risk of death?Do I need to cycle ephedrine?Do I need to supplement Vitamin D if I drink fortified milk?Do MCTs or CLA help with appetite reduction?Do muscle building supplements cause testicular cancer?Do oral contraceptives affect a woman's metabolism?Do probiotics improve quality of life in seasonal allergies?Do you need to eat six times a day to keep your metabolism high?Does “peer-reviewed” mean “true”?Does a gluten-free diet reduce IBS symptoms?Does ashwagandha increase testosterone?Does aspartame cause cancer?Does dark chocolate help improve your eyesight?Does dark chocolate’s epicatechin content promote muscle growth?Does eating a higher carb diet make you more full?Does ejaculation affect testosterone levels?Does fast food make the immune system more aggressive in the long term?Does Garcinia Cambogia help with weight loss?Does gluten make you fat?Does high-protein intake help when dieting?Does marijuana actually boost creativity?Does metabolism vary between two people?Does Nutella cause cancer? A deeper look.Does resistance training work for the elderly?Does vitamin C improve blood sugar control?Don’t fall into the “is this food healthy or unhealthy?” trap
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Embarrassing TopicsEverything about lactose intoleranceExamine 2024 sneak peekExamine pages we updated last monthExamine pages we updated last monthExamine’s newest page updatesExamine’s newest page updatesExamine’s newest page updatesExamine’s newest page updatesExamine’s newest page updatesExploring chia seeds for weight loss
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HAMLET and WheyHeadline Whiplash: Red meat is good for you now?Healthy people have a thousand wishes …High-Protein Diets Linked to Cancer: Should You Be Concerned?How can I best ensure cardiovascular health and longevity?How can I make red meat healthier?How can I safely consume seaweed?How can you increase testosterone naturally?How do I lose fat around my belly?How eating better can make you happierHow exactly does Examine minimize bias?How harmful are processed foods?How important is sleep?How much caffeine is too much?How much can you learn about nutrition in 10 hours? 100? 1,000?How much protein can you eat in one sitting?How much protein do you need after exercise?How the food industry spins science to fit its agendaHow to avoid clickbait on nutrition studiesHow to minimize fat gain during the holidays
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I have lost significant weight and now have loose skin. How can I tighten up my skin?I'm not too tired to stuff my facei+1 learning is a go!If all you have is a hammer …Inequality is a public-health issue: 10 examplesIntroducing our faster update processInvestigating a progression of carb and saturated fat intakesIs bagged lettuce worth the safety risk?Is creatine a steroid?Is creatine safe?Is exercise enough to improve metabolic syndrome?Is high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) worse than sugar?Is it OK to skip breakfast?Is low-carb really the best weight loss diet?Is MSG (Monosodium Glutamate) bad for your health?Is soy good or bad for you?Is sugar more filling than HFCS?Is there a difference between fresh, frozen, and canned vegetables?Is weight lifting bad for kids?Is whole wheat bread better than white bread?
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Mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR)Measuring body fat percentage: It's an accuracy thingMedia Sensationalism: Eggs May Raise Heart RiskMedia Sensationalism: Meat is Bad for your HeartMonthly musingsMore page updates, and a big new feature just around the cornerMy muscles are not sore after a workout. Am I working out hard enough?
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New feature: Continuous research feedNew page on NMNNew page: IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)New sauna page!Nitric Oxide Supplements (and a surprising neurotransmitter)No, seriously, it was a joke!Not all clickbait is obvious — here’s how to protect yourself from sneaky nutrition misinformationNot-so-safe supplementsNutrition research has a problem: fit women are severely underrepresented
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Scientists found that red meat causes cancer ... or did they?Should 1000 IU be the new RDA for vitamin D?Should one gram per pound be the new RDA for bodybuilders?Should you take a multivitamin?Steak with a side of Broccoli and RiceStepping up weight loss: Can walking help dieters shed fat?Supplementing for better joint healthSupplements that could help rev up your libidoSurprise! You might not be as fit as you think …
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Ten tips for better sleepTestosterone Boosters and not losing your hair from themThe (mild) health risks of energy drinksThe best diet is the one you can stick toThe chocolate fountain of youthThe daylight saving debateThe effects of cinnamon on blood sugar levelsThe evidence on paleo dietsThe lowdown on intermittent fastingThe magic of i+1 learningThe most effective health hack is …The myth of the sugar rushThe science behind munchies: cannabis and your appetiteThe skinny on the trans fat banThe subtle art of interpreting keto studiesThe top 21 nutrition mythsThrowdown: plant vs. animal protein for type 2 diabetesTop 5 Study Summaries for April 2024Top 5 Study Summaries for August 2024Top 5 Study Summaries for July 2024Top 5 Study Summaries for June 2024Top 5 Study Summaries for May 2024Top 5 Study Summaries for October 2024Top 5 Study Summaries for September 2024Two site improvements
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We’ve overhauled our Muscle Size & Strength pageWeaponizing "the science" to gain followersWhat are flavones, catechins, anthocyanins, and those healthy plant compounds?What beneficial compounds are primarily found in animal products?What do you want to know about supplements?What does Examine think of Drs. Huberman, Attia, Patrick, etc.?What does the evidence say about vitamin D and COVID-19?What happens if I go off of creatine?What If There Were No Dietary Guidelines?What is creatine nitrate?What is GOMAD?What is IIFYM?What is the best form of creatine?What is the difference between high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) and sugar?What is the food matrix?What questions do you have for Examine?What should you eat for weight loss?What source of choline should I use?When should I take creatine?When should I take Vitamin D?Where do conspiracy theories about health come from?Where do cravings come from?Whey Protein and EfficiencyWhey vs soy protein: which is better when losing weight?Which supplements can help against colds and the flu?Why do hangovers happen and what can you do about them?Why do my muscles get sore?Why don't multivitamins work better?Will eating breakfast keep you lean?Women face unique health challenges during the pandemic