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855. Is your "healthy" breakfast actually setting you up for a mid-morning crash? Many of us reach for 100-calorie yogurt cups or fiber bars thinking we’re making the right choice, only to find ourselves eyeing the office donut box by 10:00 AM. This week, the Nutrition Diva break ...  Show more

854. Do artificial sweeteners help—or hurt—efforts to manage weight? Fresh research offers some surprising new answers. References: Effect of sweeteners and sweetness enhancers on weight management and gut microbiota composition in individuals with overweight or obesity: the SWEE ...  Show more

Keeping hydrated is important for optimal sports performance. And for decades we’ve had that area covered by sports drinks. But are sports drinks really performance-enhancing, or are they mostly marketing spin when just plain old water will do the trick for most people? That’s wh ...  Show more

How important is staying hydrated during exercise? If you're lugging around a fanny pack water bladder or sports beverages, you may be over complicating it.

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What does drinking alcohol before, during, or after exercise do for your fitness? There's been a surprising amount of research, and the results are mixed, just like a cocktail!

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This week, I'm sharing an episode of Nutrition Diva, another great podcast here on the Quick and Dirty Tips network. Listen to Nutrition Diva today!