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How Much Protein is in an Egg?
October 30th, 2023
This article breaks down the amount of protein in different types of eggs. It compares protein levels in large vs jumbo eggs, egg whites vs yolks, and raw vs cooked eggs. While cooking eggs does not majorly impact total protein, size and egg part do. Overall, eggs provide moderate protein levels and high bioavailability, making them an important food for muscle building and weight loss.
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Can You Lose Weight Without Dieting?
October 30th, 2023
You can lose weight without restrictive dieting by making simple yet sustainable changes. Focus on eating more nutrient-dense foods, controlling your portions, skipping liquid calories, cooking at home more, and slowly increasing your physical activity. With commitment and consistency, these lifestyle changes enable gradual but lasting weight loss and improved health.
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How To Use Cibdol CBD Oil?
October 29th, 2023
This in-depth guide covers the diverse options for using Cibdol CBD oil and getting the most from your supplement. Learn how sublingual dosing, mixing into edibles, encapsulating and applying topically can all harness the benefits of CBD for your needs. Understand proper dosage, storage, traveling and more.
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Can Turmeric Affect Your Sleep?
October 29th, 2023
While some claim turmeric can enhance or disrupt sleep, current research shows curcumin is unlikely to have major effects at normal supplemental doses. Very high doses may potentially cause slight drowsiness. More studies specifically investigating turmeric’s effects on sleep cycles are needed to draw firmer conclusions.
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Is Curcumin the Same as Turmeric?
October 29th, 2023
Curcumin is the most medicinal phytochemical found in turmeric. Research shows curcumin has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can benefit many conditions. However, curcumin alone has poor bioavailability. Consuming turmeric or formulated curcumin supplements can enhance absorption and effects.
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Does Turmeric Thin or Thicken Your Blood?
October 29th, 2023
Research on whether turmeric thins or thickens blood is inconsistent. At normal culinary and supplemental doses, turmeric likely has negligible effects on clotting and bleeding risk. Only very high concentrations of curcumin show potential mild blood thinning effects, but more human data is needed.
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What Inhibits Turmeric Absorption?
October 29th, 2023
Turmeric's main compound curcumin has low bioavailability and poor absorption. This limits its health benefits. Key factors inhibiting absorption are curcumin's poor solubility, instability at neutral pH, extensive metabolism, and rapid elimination. Consuming turmeric with fat, black pepper, pepsin, and at low heats can significantly increase curcumin absorption. Taking smaller doses multiple times daily also helps.
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Can Turmeric Make Acid Reflux Worse?
October 29th, 2023
Turmeric contains anti-inflammatory curcumin that may help protect against acid reflux, but it can also stimulate bile production causing nausea and stomach upset in some cases. More research is needed to confirm turmeric’s efficacy and safety for acid reflux long-term.
