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Health¶

6.5 Polyethylene microplastics linked to fatty liver disease¶

Texas A&M researchers found that polyethylene microplastics can contribute to fatty liver disease, with worse effects when combined with poor diet.

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Diet and Health¶

6.5 Adjusting foot angle while walking reduces knee osteoarthritis pain¶

A year-long clinical trial found that changing foot angle while walking reduced osteoarthritis pain by an amount comparable to medication without drugs or surgery.

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6 Consuming olive oil before carbohydrates reduces blood sugar spikes¶

A study in mice found that consuming olive oil before carbohydrates slows digestion and activates hormones and nerve signals that help regulate blood sugar levels.

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