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What Role Does Thyroid Play In Your Health

The thyroid is a small, butterfly shaped gland located in the front of the neck just below the Adam’s apple. Unless enlarged, it is very rarely discernible unless checked by a medical professional. The thyroid plays a crucial role in maintaining the overall health of the body by producing hormones that regulate most vital bodily […]

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Defining Obesity – Beyond BMI

What is BMI (Body Mass Index)? For the general population, BMI(Body Mass Index) is considered a gold standard test of obesity.  BMI can be easily calculated by plugging in your weight and height in a calculator listed below: https://www.cdc.gov/bmi/adult-calculator/index.html Normal weight is defined as a BMI of 18.5 -24.9 Overweight is defined as BMI of […]

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24Aug What Role Does Thyroid Play In Your Health
What Role Does Thyroid Play In Your Health

The thyroid is a small, butterfly shaped gland located in the front of the neck just below the Adam’s apple....

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24Aug Defining Obesity – Beyond BMI
Defining Obesity – Beyond BMI

What is BMI (Body Mass Index)? For the general population, BMI(Body Mass Index) is considered a gold standard test of...

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11Jul EAT and NEAT
EAT and NEAT

The terms EAT and NEAT refer to components of total daily energy expenditure : the total calories our body burns...

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11Jul What Are Macros And How Do You Count Them?
What Are Macros And How Do You Count Them?

The food we consume on a regular basis is made up of micronutrients, macronutrients, water, and fiber. Water is an...

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30Jun Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR): A Commonly Used Term.
Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR): A Commonly Used Term.

What Does It Measure? Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) is one of the most important components of energy expenditure in our...

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