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Amanda MacMillan
Amanda MacMillan is a health writer and editor living in New York's Hudson Valley, where she also owns a bookstore/bar/coffee shop.
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By Amanda MacMillan
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5 Apps to Monitor Your Blood Pressure When You Can’t See Your Doc Regularly
Health
By Amanda MacMillan
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Burn More Calories and Build More Muscle With Full-Body Workouts
Fitness
By Amanda MacMillan
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Why Your Immune System Declines as You Age — and 5 Things to Do About It
Health
By Amanda MacMillan
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What Really Happens to Your Body When You're Stressed
Health
By Amanda MacMillan
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Artificial and Natural Flavors Are More Alike Than You Think — but Are They Safe to Eat?
Nutrition
By Amanda MacMillan
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Yes, Obesity Is a Disease
Health
By Amanda MacMillan
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The Truth About How Your Diet Affects Your Cholesterol
Health
By Amanda MacMillan
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10 Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Add to Your Diet
Nutrition
By Amanda MacMillan
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Smart Ways to Include Beans in a Low-Carb Diet
Nutrition
By Amanda MacMillan
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4 Breading Swaps Perfect for Low-Carb Diets
Nutrition
By Amanda MacMillan
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How to Make Bread You Can Actually Eat on a Low-Carb Diet
Nutrition
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How to Choose the Best Fiber Supplement for Your Low-Carb Diet
Nutrition
By Amanda MacMillan
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Exactly What to Expect When You Eat Sugar in Ketosis
Nutrition
By Amanda MacMillan
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How to Still Enjoy Ice Cream on a Low-Carb Diet
Nutrition
By Amanda MacMillan
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How to Make Your Breakfast Keto-Friendly, Even if You're Sick of Eggs
Nutrition
By Amanda MacMillan
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How to Enjoy Your Favorite Tomato Soup on a Low-Carb Diet
Weight Management
By Amanda MacMillan
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Can You Eat Quinoa on a Low-Carb Diet?
Weight Management
By Amanda MacMillan
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How to Eat Cheese on a Low-Carb Diet and Still Lose Weight
Nutrition
By Amanda MacMillan
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Yes, You Can Eat Salad Dressing on a Low-Carb Diet — Here's How
Nutrition
By Amanda MacMillan
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Do You Have to Count Calories on a Keto Diet?
Nutrition
By Amanda MacMillan
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How Can Glycogen Be Replenished on a Low-Carb Diet?
Nutrition
By Amanda MacMillan
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Going Keto? Here Are 5 Potential Risks You Need to Know About
Nutrition
By Amanda MacMillan
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Should You Count Carbs or Calories to Lose Weight?
Nutrition
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