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Jake Dickson

Jake has been a personal trainer and coach for ten years. These days, Jake works to bring heady, scientific topics down to ground level — and explains how you can use the evidence to your advantage in and out of the gym.

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The Benefits of Magnesium Glycinate, According to Research

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Signs and Symptoms of Dehydration, From Mild to Severe

a woman cutting into a steak, one of many high-protein foods, with a side salad and a glass of juice

The Best High-Protein Foods You Need in Your Diet

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An Avocado a Day May Lower Your Diet’s Glycemic Load, Study Finds

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The Best Yogurt for Gut Health

Protein powder older adults use in a smoothie, though studies show it alone doesn't build extra muscle strength

Does Protein Powder Actually Help Older Adults Keep Muscle?

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What Are Skin Tags — and Should You Worry About Them?

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How to Fix Your Gut Health, According to Science

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8 Fermented Foods for Gut Health That Actually Do Something

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The 8 Worst Foods for Gut Health & What the Science Says

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The 12 Best Low-Calorie Fruits To Add To Your Diet

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The Science-Based Way to Set Goals You’ll Actually Stick With

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How to Be More Optimistic (According to Science)

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Should You Drink Coffee Before or After Breakfast?

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This Is What Science Says About Optimism & Your Health

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High-Protein Overnight Oats: Get 30+ Grams Without the Guesswork

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Low-Calorie Cheese: The Best Options for Your Nutritional Budget

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5 Fun Ways To Drink Your Protein (No Powders Required)

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Is Sugar Really Toxic? No, but You Should Probably Cut Back Anyway.

Woman eating a bowl of leafy greens and edamame, a high protein vegetables meal

11 High-Protein Vegetables, Ranked by Grams Per Serving

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How Long Does It Take to Grow Glutes? Here’s the Science-Backed Timeline

A discarded banana peel on a teal background, the edible part most people skip when eating banana peels isn't the norm

Can You Eat Banana Peels? Yes. Should You? Well…

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How Many Different Exercises Should You Do Per Workout?

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Dumbbell Core Workout: 6 Moves to Train Abs That Actually Work