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UBC researchers say eggs for breakfast benefits those with diabetes

UBC researchers say eggs for breakfast benefits those with diabetes

While some cereals may be the breakfast of champions, a UBC professor suggests people with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) should be reaching for something else.

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On the keto diet? Ditch the cheat day, says UBC study

On the keto diet? Ditch the cheat day, says UBC study

The often embraced ‘cheat day’ is a common theme in many diets and the popular ketogenic diet is no exception. But new research from UBC’s Okanagan campus says that just one 75-gram dose of glucose—the equivalent a large bottle of soda or a plate of fries—while on a high fat, low carbohydrate diet can lead to damaged blood vessels.

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UBC researcher adopts play-by-play method to understand how counsellors can promote health

UBC researcher adopts play-by-play method to understand how counsellors can promote health

Using a page from a coach’s playbook, a UBC researcher has come up with a method to analyze behaviour change counselling sessions and determine what makes them work.

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Having trouble making that New Year resolution stick?

Having trouble making that New Year resolution stick?

It’s New Year’s and you have great aspirations. You’ve made resolutions, this is your year, and you’re going to make great strides to improve your lifestyle. But how?

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