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Blenz is a coffeehouse that offers a limited menu that contains lattes, mochas, cold drinks and its own line of blends called Chillos. You also can order a coffee or espresso, but the company does not provide nutritional information for these drinks. Amy Rost, author of "Natural Healing Wisdom and Know How,"
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Americans over the age of 21, drank on average, 28.2 gallons of beer in 2012, according to statistics from the Beer Institute. If you drink regular beer, that's 46,107 calories, which is equal to more than 13 pounds.
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Your body needs a small amount of sodium to function properly, but too much of it may put your health at risk. In addition, people with kidney disease must restrict sodium intake to help manage their condition.
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If you're looking for a healthier alternative to your current sour cream vegetable dip, consider hummus. A middle-eastern favorite, hummus is a tangy blend of chickpeas, lemon juice, garlic, tahini and olive oil. Rich in protein, fiber and healthy fats, hummus makes your already healthy veggies even healthier.
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Heinz ketchup, the most popular ketchup brand in the world, comes in both bottles and packets. Ketchup packets are particularly popular as an accompaniment to take-out or fast food meals. They provide small servings of the condiment that you can apply on the go.
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Portobello mushrooms stand out from all the other mushrooms in the produce section, with their large, tan to brown cap, dark underside and thick white stem. Theyโre related to the common button mushroom, yet have a taste and texture all their own, which makes them more versatile in the kitchen.
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Because the potato is most often associated with baking, boiling or roasting for side dishes, juicing one may not have occurred to you. But, potato juice is nutrient-rich.
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While trying to manage your diabetes, itโs essential to avoid foods that are high on the glycemic index. Foods with a high GI rating break down quickly in your gut, sending a surge of sugar into your bloodstream and raising your blood glucose.
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Measuring your pasta before you cook it helps prevent overeating and contributes to portion control. Portion control and eating the appropriate amounts of a food can have a large effect on your weight. While many pasta boxes label a serving size as 2 oz.
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Craisins are sweetened dried cranberries that are tasty alone, but you can also jazz up a variety of foods and recipes with the tiny dried fruits. Their sugar content is the main drawback, though. In addition, craisins don't supply large doses of any vitamins and minerals.
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The U.S. does not have a uniform system of coding expiration dates on food products as of 2010, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The federal government only requires expiration dates on baby foods and infant formula. Other dating on food products is voluntary.
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The glycemic index is a measurement of the effect that carbohydrates have on blood sugar. Eating too much food that has a high glycemic index may impact your ability to control your blood sugar over time. Being unable to control your blood sugar could lead to conditions such as diabetes and metabolic syndrome.
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If you're looking for a way to boost your immune system and keep yourself well, you might be intrigued by the claims made by the manufacturers of Ester-C, which state that the product is a simple way to protect your immunity.
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Tzatziki sauce gets its name from the Greeks and its tangy, fresh flavor from yogurt, cucumbers, lemon and other ingredients. In general, tzatziki sauce is a healthy condiment, but some recipes are more nutritious than others.
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Touted as a way to support your immune system and potentially ward off illness, Emergen-C is a powdered drink mix that contains large doses of certain vitamins and minerals. The manufacturer's health claims, however, aren't supported by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and this is stated on the Emergen-C website.
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Balancing your calories plays a central role in maintaining a healthy weight. Becoming familiar with the amount of calories in common foods you eat regularly enables you to monitor your daily intake.
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The USDA RDA, or the U.S. Department of Agriculture Recommended Daily Allowance, is a set of guidelines to the recommended daily intake of a wide variety of nutrients.
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Hand tremors can arise for many medical reasons, so a proper medical diagnosis must be made before treating your hand tremors.
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Your body thrives on glucose, which is the sugar it uses to synthesize energy. Carbohydrates supply glucose and other sugars that are converted into glucose. But it's such a vital source of energy that the body has a back-up system called gluconeogenesis.
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Most amino acids fall into one of two categories: essential or nonessential. L-arginine, or arginine, is different. While it's essential for children, arginine is only conditionally essential for adults.
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