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series of books, including The Diet Cure, The Mood Cure, and The Craving Cure.
Low Plasma Tryptophan Ratios May Cause Weight Gain After Dieting
A low ratio of tryptophan to the large neutral amino acids means that there is a low availability of tryptophan to the brain.
Read MorePeople with Eating Disorders Who Restrict Their Food Intake Are at Risk
People who restrict their food intake are at risk for multiple nutrient deficiencies. A general multivitamin-mineral formula can reduce the detrimental health effects of these deficiencies.
Read MoreThe Biological Basis for the Treatment of Overeating
Key scientific research supporting the biological underpinnings of food cravings, the adverse effects of low-calorie dieting, and the benefits of amino acid therapy.
Read MoreScientific Research on the Addictive Nature of Sugar
For further reading, a list of some of the key scientific research supporting sugar’s addictive properties and carbohydrates as narcotics.
Read MoreHow Sugar Ruins Your Health
Sugar is fueling a global obesity pandemic, and even beyond weight gain, can be disastrous for your health. Here are just some of the ways how.
Read MoreMood Foods: How Amino Acids Feed Your Brain
The key neurotransmitters that regulate our moods and appetite are made out of nutrients called amino acids. If you are eating three meals a day with plenty of protein, your positive moods and freedom from cravings can be maintained. But many people need to kick-start a brain repair job.
Read MorePost-Optifasters Relapse: How Amino Acids Stopped It
In a study from the University of North Texas, amino acids l-glutamine, 5-HTP and DLPA helped prevent or diminish the weight gain that occurs in 90% of liquid fast diets.
Read MoreRefueling Your Brain with the Amino Acids that Eliminate Food and Emotional Eating
The Diet Cure will teach you how to use amino acid supplements to correct the brain chemistry deficiencies that are forcing you to the chocolate chip cookies.
Read MoreHere’s What Newsweek Missed About America’s Obesity Crisis
Gary Taubes’ Newsweek Julia Ross notes Gary Taubes’ Newsweek article about obesity in America misses the addictiveness of sugar and carbohydrates
Read MoreDieting and Your Brain: Tryptophan Depletion
In this excerpt from The Diet Cure, Julia traces the path of serotonin and tryptophan deficiencies, exacerbated by dieting, to the development of eating disorders and compulsions.
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