Soy food products—simple to make and tasty to eat. Yet, I am always surprised that so many people haven’t had them yet. I love the burgers and the crumbles. The chicken patties are good, as are their entrees. I have served these products at home long before they became “trendy.” I’m talking about Boca products. [...]
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Making small changes in the way we eat and live can make a big difference in our health. Eating a well-balanced diet, rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy foods is important to our overall health, but it doesn’t just happen by chance. If we leave it up to chance, hunger often gets the best of us. We find ourselves pulling [...]
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WASHINGTON , February 8, 2010 — Acrylamide is a naturally occurring chemical found in a wide range of different foods from chips to coffee to breakfast cereals to breads, but it also is one of the most misunderstood by consumers. 2010 will be a [...]
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A research study published in the February 2010 issue of the Journal of the American Dietetic Association found that the average daily whole grain consumption by adolescents and young adults was less than 1 serving. The average recommended amount is 3 servings.*
Whole grains play an important role in preventing coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes, [...]
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