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'Fat-Shaming' Is Just Another Form Of 'Victim-Blaming'

If we continue to use the term, we are failing victims, and should be ashamed of ourselves.
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Here's What Those Food Labels Really Mean

“Creamy” just means “high in fat”.
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Exactly Why Sugar And Fibre Intake Is The Key To Weight Loss

There is a way to make sugar safe.
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Nine Reasons You're Not Getting Your Period

1. You're not eating enough.
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The Calories In Alcoholic Drinks Are Really, Really High

Just four drinks equals half your daily energy requirement.
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Does It Really Take 20 Minutes To Feel Full?

Plus how to feel full more quickly.
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Diet And Mental Health: The Strong Link We All Need To Know

It's time to acknowledge this and make changes. Right now.
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Count Nutrients, Not Calories, To Help You Lose Weight

Calorie counting is a misleading, unsustainable method.
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Just How Bad Are Energy Drinks For You, Really?

Is it really worth the wings?
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What 'Metabolic Damage' Is (And How To Fix It)

Yo-yo dieting and restrictive eating are typically to blame.
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