consuming
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Leaders of the Group of Seven countries are meeting Tuesday to discuss whether to release emergency oil stockpiles held by major consuming nations after eschewing the idea the previous day.
From Barron's
"If you're not consuming a lot of fiber, you're possibly consuming calories from other macronutrient groups, and they may be high in carbohydrates or fats, which can lead to weight gain," Lee said.
From Science Daily
While this approach can work, it is expensive, time consuming, and can add to the physical burden patients already face.
From Science Daily
Working with ancient DNA is challenging and time consuming.
From Science Daily
She warns that "dose stacking" could become a problem with people consuming sleep-enhancing products, as more active ingredients like L-theanine and others appear in more products.
From BBC
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