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Author: Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN

cooking vegetables in a steamer

Ask Leyla: Should I steam my vegetables?

Leyla shares the health benefits of the steaming method for cooking vegetables.
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cooking vegetables in a steamer
Close-up photo of the hands of a young Hispanic man in a white t-shirt and shirt holding his stomach. He is sitting on the sofa at home, his body bent over from pain

Leyla Weighs In:  What’s causing your digestive symptoms?

Nutritionist Leyla Muedin shares five common causes of digestive upset.
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Top view of enzyme capsules spilling out a bottle

Ask Leyla: Should I take digestive enzymes?

Digestive enzymes can be beneficial for many conditions—but does everyone need to take them? Find out in this issue of Ask Leyla.
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Black plate on a dark wooden background, with a fork and spoon positioned as the hands of a clock, a salad filling the space between 12 and 5.

Ask Leyla: How do I manage morning hunger with intermittent fasting?

If you find yourself waking up hungry while intermittent fasting, check out these tips from Leyla for managing hunger.
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Black plate on a dark wooden background, with a fork and spoon positioned as the hands of a clock, a salad filling the space between 12 and 5.
Blood sample tube for apolipoprotein B test

Ask Leyla:  Should I be worried about my Apolipoprotein B results?

Apolipoprotein B is used as an indicator of heart disease risk and often included with a regular lipid profile. Leyla shares how to interpret your result.
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Blood sample tube for apolipoprotein B test
Top view of various kinds of vegan protein sources like tofu, tempeh, soy beans, soy milk, mushrooms, wakame, lentils, peanuts, spinach and chick peas. All the objects are on a gray bluish backdrop.

Leyla Weighs In:  The trouble with anti-nutrients

Certain substances help protect plants from predators like pests and diseases—but how do they affect our health?
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Top view of various kinds of vegan protein sources like tofu, tempeh, soy beans, soy milk, mushrooms, wakame, lentils, peanuts, spinach and chick peas. All the objects are on a gray bluish backdrop.
Grain bowl with quinoa, grilled chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers, spinach, and avocado

Leyla Weighs In: Keep a budget – A carbohydrate budget

Learn how to create a weight loss plan that has room for the occasional treat or special event.
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Grain bowl with quinoa, grilled chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers, spinach, and avocado
Caucasian woman with curly red hair in a ponytail and red glasses, eyes closed, her hand covering her mouth due to nausea.

Ask Leyla: Why do I feel sick if I don’t eat every few hours?

Learn the three most common causes for digestive upset between meals.
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Caucasian woman with curly red hair in a ponytail and red glasses, eyes closed, her hand covering her mouth due to nausea.
Woman doing squats in her living room

Ask Leyla: I hate exercising but know I need to build muscle strength—help! 

Learn three simple bodyweight exercises that will help you stay strong as you age.
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Woman doing squats in her living room
Flat lay composition with scales and healthy food on red background

Ask Leyla:  How do I determine my healthy weight?

Leyla shares the pros and cons of the HAMWI method of determining ideal body weight.
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