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Is Watermelon Good or Bad for Diabetes?

Is Watermelon Good or Bad for Diabetes?

Food is not Good or Bad First, I would like to say that food is not "good" or "bad". People with diabetes need to be aware if a certain food raises their blood sugar. Blood sugar response can vary from person to person. Perhaps unsurprisingly, watermelon is 92% water....

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How many grams of sugar in a sugar cube?

How many grams of sugar in a sugar cube?

A sugar cube has about 4 grams of sugar, which is the equivalent of about 1 teaspoon. Popular brands in the united states such as C&H and Domnio both have sugar cubes that are equal to 4 grams of sugar.   Sugar is a source of energy for the body, but it's...

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Hulled Oats- A Secret Super Food?

Hulled Oats- A Secret Super Food?

Hulled Oats More people are turning to nutrition to help get in shape or improve their health. Whole oats have long been a staple for any self-described “health nut” and for good reason, as oats are both versatile and full of nutritional benefits. It is easy to get...

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Easy Low Sodium Chili made with Ground Turkey

Easy Low Sodium Chili made with Ground Turkey

About This is my favorite chili recipe for everyday weeknight meals. It makes a large batch that feeds two people all week and makes great lunches. This chili is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. The serrano peppers are the key ingredient in this recipe because...

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What do antioxidants do and what are they?

What do antioxidants do and what are they?

What Antioxidants Do For You and Your Body     Antioxidant is a word that is flashed around the health and wellness world like some sort of heroic badge. In reality, antioxidants just neutralize products from natural chemical reactions in the body. There are hundreds...

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Are low carb diets healthy? The case against low carb.

Are low carb diets healthy? The case against low carb.

           Are you low carb diets healthy? The “Keto Diet” or ketogenic diet is a current popular trend for weight loss. Is embarking on this radical diet worth the effort? Answering this question will depend on what works best for you. If you’re hesitant about the...

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