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RMR Calculator: Learn Your Resting Metabolic Rate for Weight Loss

Knowing how many calories your body burns each day is an important way to tailor your nutrition to your goals. Calculate your RMR to be more informed about the choices you make in the kitchen and the gym! Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the […]

Published on June 5, 2021

Just Two Daily Fruit Servings Lowers Diabetes Risk

Want to lower your risk of diabetes? Eat plenty of fruit. An Australian study suggests that two servings a day could lower the odds of developing type 2 diabetes by 36%. “A healthy diet and lifestyle, which includes the consumption of whole fruits, is a great strategy to… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David […]

Published on June 4, 2021

Drug Helps Fight Early-Stage Breast Cancer

A twice-daily pill can dramatically reduce the risk of breast cancer recurrence in women who are genetically prone to the disease, researchers report. The pill – olaparib (Lynparza) – works by blocking a natural enzyme called PARP that normally fixes DNA damage in healthy… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on June 4, 2021