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While eating sweet treats occasionally is perfectly healthy when consuming a balanced diet, most people eat far more added sugar than they realize. The American Heart Association recommends limiting added sugars to no more than 6% of calories per day, which equates to no more than 6 teaspoons of added sugar for women and no…
How much creatine do you actually need to take to hit your fitness goals?
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Mental health facilities in North Carolina will try a new method to avoid restraining young patients
Psychiatric residential treatment centers in North Carolina will test a new de-escalation method for dealing with youth in crisis, the state Department of Health and Human Services announced last week. Commonly known as PRTFs, these facilities offer inpatient treatment for children with complex behavioral health needs. When one of these patients gets angry or agitated,…
What next for troubled Nottingham NHS trust after £1.6m fine?
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What makes a fat ‘good’ or ‘bad’? Main differences and tips for choosing healthier fats
Dietary fat is important for health in many ways. It supports energy and helps insulate your body. It’s also important for skin, hair, and hormone health. Plus, fat helps your body absorb vitamins A, D, E, and K. For most adults, you should make 20–35% of your calories come from fat. Although fat is often…
