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Patrika Tsai

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posted 04/30/2008, comments (0)

Where can I find potassium? Can I eat too much?

Question: My doctor says that my leg cramps are from being low in potassium. Are there certain foods that have a lot of potassium? Can I eat too much potassium? Potassium is a mineral that is important for the body to function properly. Potassium is the element 19 on the periodic table and is represented by the symbol "K." Almost all... Read more Chevron

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Cynthia Haines

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posted 04/09/2008, comment (1)

The Safety of Artificial Sweeteners

Artificial sweeteners are widespread, from soda to yogurt and beyond, and many people wonder about the potential safety issues. Generally, with rare exceptions, these sugar substitutes appear to pose little or no risk when used in moderation. Artificial sweeteners provide the sweetness of sugar without the same calories and hike in... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/04/2008, comments (0)

Mustard Love

My favorite micro-brewery/restaurant sponsors "mustard month" every March in conjunction with the "world famous" Mustard Museum in Mount Horeb, Wisconsin (See www.mustardmuseum.com). They bring in hundreds of jars of mustard - in all varieties - and offer them as bonus condiments to their customers. I've... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/04/2008, comments (0)

Please pass on the meat?

I'm not much of a meat eater, and I try to avoid processed meats. But now and then I'll order a steak for dinner or grab a hot dog for my kids. I definitely enjoy barbeque in the summer. I'm in good company. In fact, Americans eat more red meat than most, with a reported average of 36 ounces per week. But while a modest amount... Read more Chevron

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Amy Thomas

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posted 04/04/2008, comments (0)

Veggies preventing breast cancer?

Vegetable nutrients are said to have a number of beneficial properties-antioxidant, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, and anti-carcinogenic-but research backing the anti-carcinogenic properties of vegetables has been conflicting, particularly in the matter of breast cancer. Last week in the news, we heard the results of a new study... Read more Chevron

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