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Lecia Bushak
Lecia Bushak has been a health reporter for the last 6 years, covering diet, nutrition, fitness, and a variety of other health topics. Most recently, she was a health reporter for NPR/PBS in Cleveland. Prior to that, she wrote for Newsweek and Medical Daily. When she's not writing, she's painting, biking, or taking long walks.
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By Lecia Bushak
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What to Do to Start Losing Weight Within One Week With Nigerian Foods
Weight Management
By Lecia Bushak
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Acid Levels in Caffeinated Vs. Decaf Coffee
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
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The Average Weight Gain With Creatine
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
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The Benefits of Garlic and Ginger in Losing Weight
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
Linguine with Grilled Chicken and Basil Pesto Sauce
How to Cook & Refrigerate Pasta
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
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The Effects of Eating Ultra-Processed Food on Exercising
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
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5 Elements of Protein
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
Two bad athletes drinking All Sport carbonated drink while exercising outside in a park
5 Potential Effects of Carbonated Drinks on Exercising
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
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The Best Liquid to Mix Creatine With
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
Sliced grilled tenderloin Steak roastbeef
Can the Human Body Digest Red Meat?
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
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Healthy Electrolyte Drinks
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
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The Effects of Eating Coffee Beans
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
Healthy Ramen Noodles With Miso, Egg, Enoki and Pak Choi
Is Ramen Healthy and Is It OK to Eat It Every Day?
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
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Eating Pizza After a Workout
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
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How Much Sodium Is Lost During Exercise?
Fitness
By Lecia Bushak
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Should I Eat Immediately After Lifting?
Fitness
By Lecia Bushak
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Is It Safe to Cook in Copper Pots?
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
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Are Udon Noodles Healthy?
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
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What Food to Eat When Toning Muscle
Fitness
By Lecia Bushak
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Why You Shouldn't Try the 7-Day 'Mayo Clinic' Diet
Weight Management
By Lecia Bushak
Healthy breakfast, muesli, cereal with fruit
Is Eating Cereal at Night Healthy?
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
woman with calorie deficit headache with her hand on her head
Do Low-Calorie Diets and Vitamin Deficiencies Cause Headaches?
Weight Management
By Lecia Bushak
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What Are Good Carbs for Weight Lifting?
Nutrition
By Lecia Bushak
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Foods to Avoid When Vomiting
Nutrition
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