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its largest study ever, of facial
oils. We screen 199 products and
enroll 1,232 consumer testers.2014
GH Textiles Lab tests fitness apparel claiming
to increase calorie burn during exercise, but we
don’t see a significant difference —and our panel
agrees that the clothes are uncomfortable.2014
GH gets a new editor
and look and champions
products with the GH
Seal in its pages.A: I wouldn’t, since use of antibiotics for anything but illness in livestock was banned by the FDA
important than whether the animal was exposed to antibiotics. Processed deli meat, for example,
refined carbs, which, when eaten in excess, have been linked to increased risk of chronic disease.
possible, like GH Seal holder Aldi NeverAny Rotisserie Chicken, which is super versatile.
Q: Do I need to worry about
antibiotics in meat and poultry?
Q: WHAT CAN
I EAT TO GET
FLATTER ABS?A: Mild water retention,
GI distress or both can
make you feel as if there’s
a balloon in your belly. In
general, you want to swap
salty processed fast food
for more wholesome,
nutrient-packed choices.
Look for foods that have
lots of fiber, water, de-bloat-
ing minerals (calcium, mag-
nesium and potassium) and
omega-3s. These include
veggies, fruit, whole grains,
nuts, seeds and legumes.
Shifting toward these
will help reduce water
retention and keep you
regular in the short term
and boost your gut’s “good”
bacteria over time. I love
GH Nutritionist Approved
California Walnuts as a
way to check many of the
beneficial boxes above.A: You can eat well without losing your precious weekend to #mealprep, I swear! Look for veggies
that are ready to cook, like spiralized squash, riced broccoli and cauliflower or precut Brussels
sprouts. There are a variety of healthy-seeming choices in the freezer aisle, so use the spectacular
specs demonstrated by GH Nutritionist Approved pick Green Giant Veggie Tots as a general
guideline: The first ingredient is veggies; they have less than 500 mg of sodium per serving; and they
are real fiber-filled, nutrient-packed veggies that are tasty and versatile. Even better, make nutritious,
delicious dips (this one is Greek yogurt with herbs) so veggie eating will be more fun for the fam.Q: I barely have time to shop for
veggies, let alone chop them. Help!
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