A cold glass of milk invigorates your taste buds and gives you a boost of calcium, but people with diabetes need to be selective with their milk choices. Milk provides important nutrients for bone health, but some varieties contain large amounts of saturated fat and sugar, which should be limited in a diabetic diet.
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Between 2007 and 2010, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reported that one in eight people consumed pizza on any particular day.
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According to the North Carolina Potato Association, the average adult consumes about one potato each day, and potatoes are the second most consumed food in America after dairy products.
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Salmonella is the most common form of food poisoning in the United States, and contaminated eggs cause approximately 142,000 cases of salmonella in the United States each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Refrigerating your eggs properly will help to prevent contamination.
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A bag of frozen vegetables makes a simple side dish, but choosing the wrong cooking method can significantly reduce the nutrients in your vegetables.
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Bunches of fresh grapes are a common sight in American grocery stores, but the Produce for Better Health Foundation reports that most grape varieties originated in other areas of the world.
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A high-sodium diet upsets the fluid and electrolyte balance in your body, raising your risk of developing high blood pressure and heart disease.
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In-season vegetables add a garden-fresh flavor and texture to your meals and snacks, but during the off-season prices of fresh produce can put a strain on your wallet. According to the USDA's ChooseMyPlate website, adults should eat between 2 and 3 cups of vegetables each day.
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Many Americans eat corned beef and cabbage for St. Patrick’s Day, but this festive dish does not come from Ireland's holiday menu. According to the University of Florida Health Communications, corned beef and cabbage began as an Irish-American tradition in the early 1900s.
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When you need a quick snack to fuel up, a fruit smoothie provides a nutrient-rich option. Adding a cup of fresh grapes to the blender gives the smoothie a sweet flavor and helps you meet the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s daily recommendation of 1.5 to 2 cups of fruit each day.
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