Eating less bacon and other processed meat may reduce the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers, study shows

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Cutting back on processed meat could reduce rates of cancer, diabetes and heart disease. As little as 10 slices of bacon per week could make a difference.

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Cut back on processed foods with these 2 heart-healthy snacks, according to a cardiologist

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Snacks like berries and almonds can be healthier alternatives to popular processed foods like fries, chips, and sweets.

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A world-record vegan athlete shares her high-protein green smoothie for better energy and recovery

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Vegan athlete Jennifer Hintenberger is a world record holder in kettlebell sport. She starts every day with a nutrient-rich green smoothie.

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A doctor and CEO of a longevity company shares his 3 diet hacks for healthy aging

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Dr. Joseph Antoun belives what we eat has the greatest impact on longevity.

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A world-record athlete said a vegan diet helped her reduce IBS symptoms

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Elite kettlebell sport athlete Jennifer Hintenberger has been vegan for more than a decade. She said a plant-based diet helped her manage severe chronic health issues and fuel her world-record athletic performance.

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A 64-year-old woman outperformed millionaires in the anti-aging 'Rejuvenation Olympics' — using a much simpler and cheaper routine

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Amy Hardison, a grandmother of 64, currently holds a top rank in the Rejuvenation Olympics for having slowed her biological aging and improved her health.

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3 lifestyle choices that could help you live healthily to 100, according to scientists

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Eating a diverse diet is important to living to 100, a study found.

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I tried eating 30 plants in a week like gut health experts recommend. It was way easier than I expected.

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Americans are just about failing when it comes to nutrition, says a food-as-medicine researcher. A few simple diet tweaks could help.

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Americans aren't eating enough fruits and vegetables, according to a researcher who studies food as medicine.

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A cardiologist shares 1 simple change you can make to your diet to protect your heart health

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Sugary beverages add around 500 calories a day to many people's diets, increasing your risk of heart health issues. Start by cutting back on sodas, sweetened coffees, and alcohol.

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