The idea that saturated fat is unhealthy is assumed to be common sense, but this theory has only been in existence since the 1950s, when biologist Ancel Keys created it. Built on fear Americans were terrified of heart disease, a scary new killer suddenly taking men in their prime. The theory at the time wasContinue reading “How Ancel Keys Created The Diet-Heart Hypothesis”
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Human Nutrition Basics
Are you looking to understand what our bodies need to survive at a basic level? Then this is the article for you! Overview Our body needs fuel to make energy, and materials to repair and build. Our body uses both fats and carbohydrates for energy. Our body uses protein to repair and build new cellsContinue reading “Human Nutrition Basics”