What Is the GAPS Diet and Does it Work?
13 August 2017
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By Helen West, RD
The GAPS diet is a strict elimination diet that requires its followers to cut out grains, pasteurized dairy, starchy vegetables and refined carbs.
It's promoted as a natural treatment for people with conditions that affect the brain, such as autism.
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By Alina Petre, MS, RD
In many parts of the world, "chai" is simply the word for tea.
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By Rachael Link, MS, RD
Gluten is a protein found in certain types of grains, including wheat, barley and rye. It provides elasticity, allows bread to rise and gives foods a chewy texture (1, 2).
Although gluten is not a problem for most people, some may not tolerate it well.
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By Rachael Link, MS, RD
Omega-3 fatty acids are important fats that provide many health benefits.
Studies have found that they may reduce inflammation, decrease blood triglycerides and even reduce the risk of dementia (1, 2, 3).
The most well-known sources of omega-3 fatty acids include fish oil and fatty fish like salmon, trout and tuna.
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By Kayla McDonell
Certain foods that are safe for humans can be harmful to dogs.
Because dogs have a different metabolism than people, feeding human foods to dogs can be very dangerous for their health and may even be fatal in some cases.
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By Caroline Pullen
If you're trying to lose weight, the amount of sleep you get may be just as important as your diet and exercise.
Unfortunately, many people aren't getting enough sleep. In fact, about 30 percent of adults are sleeping fewer than six hours most nights, according to a study of U.S. adults (1).
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By Ryan Raman
Running is an incredibly popular way to exercise.
In fact, it's estimated that in the U.S. alone, more than 64 million people have run at least once in the past year (1).
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The popularity of meditation is increasing as more people discover its benefits.
Meditation is a habitual process of training your mind to focus and redirect your thoughts.
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By Ryan Raman
Food intolerances and sensitivities are extremely common. In fact, it's estimated that between 2–20 percent of people worldwide may suffer from a food intolerance (1).
Elimination diets are the gold standard for identifying food intolerances, sensitivities and allergies through diet.
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