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September 15, 2026 |
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Good morning, and happy Tuesday!
This week, I’ve been thinking a lot about how to make my food work for me, specifically when it comes to protein. I lean a lot on plant- and collagen-based protein since I avoid dairy, but I always try to work in some animal protein to get my leucine in. Today, that looks like chia pudding (with mbg’s chocolate collagen powder), chicken fingers for lunch, and a tofu-veggie stir-fry for dinner.
Tell me, what’s your favorite way to pack in protein? —Sela Breen, assistant health editor P.S. Share this newsletter with your protein obsessed friend—we’ll give them a reason to stick around. |
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This popular sugar substitute may increase cardiovascular risk |
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Xylitol—a sugar substitute found in gum, candy, baked goods, and even toothpaste—is often seen as a smarter swap for people trying to cut back on sugar. But new research from nearly 18,000 participants is raising questions about that assumption, linking high blood levels of xylitol to a greater risk of serious cardiovascular events.¹
The research team compared people with the highest blood levels of xylitol to those with the lowest levels to see the difference in their risk of major adverse cardiovascular events, defined as death, heart attack, or stroke.
- In the people followed for 6 years, those with the highest xylitol levels had a 57% higher risk of a major cardiovascular event compared to those with the lowest levels
- In the cohort followed for 30 years, the risk was 18% higher among those with the highest xylitol levels compared to the lowest.
Data across levels showed that the higher someone's blood xylitol, the higher their cardiovascular event rate. This complicates the prevailing narrative that sugar substitutes are an automatic health win.
Click here to read more about how this sugar free sweetener raises cardiovascular risk.
+Heart-healthy foods
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The neck serum that sold out 6x |
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Stop ignoring your neck and start showing it some much-needed love with Womaness Let’s Neck. Get 20% off with code MBG20. |
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Is wellness culture making us less healthy? |
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 Image by Ezekiel J. Emanuel x mbg creative |
This week, Ezekiel J. Emanuel, M.D., Ph.D., MsC, joined Jason on the mindbodygreen podcast to talk about all things health and longevity. His take? You don’t need a wearable fitness tracker to tell you how you’re feeling. The habits you repeat matter far more than what you record.
+More food for thought
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Breathe easierThe ability to take a calming deep breath is often taken for granted until it becomes difficult. Protect your respiratory system with some lung health tips.
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Fast & effective skin care for your neck |
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With consistent use, 81% of women using Womaness Let’s Neck saw improvement in fine lines and creases on the neck and chest. PEPHA-TIGHT® (microalgae) forms a thin film on skin that gives an immediate tightening effect and long-term firming. |
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Sela Breen |
Assistant Health Editor |
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Just a heads-up: Everything in this newsletter is for general info only—not medical advice. We always recommend checking in with a healthcare professional before making any health decisions. Our product picks and reviews reflect our editors’ opinions unless we say otherwise. We sometimes link to other sites, but we’re not responsible for their content.
*These statements haven’t been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. |
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