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Flaxseed a Natural Alternative to Cholesterol Drugs

Apr 14, 2011 11:10AM

A new study from Iowa State University's Nutrition and Wellness Research Center may give men a way to combat high cholesterol without drugs—if they don’t mind sprinkling some flaxseed into their daily diet.

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When More Isn’t Better

Apr 14, 2011 11:08AM

In recent years, multiple studies have touted the benefits of following a diet rich in antioxidant vitamins such as C and E. Now, new findings show that while antioxidant-rich foods are fine when eaten in large quantities, taking too many antioxidants in supplement form can put our health at risk.

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Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

Apr 13, 2011 12:16PM ● By Chris Edwards, DDS

Using xylitol as an alternative to sugar has many benefits. Although it tastes and looks like sugar xylitol is really sugar’s mirror image. While sugar wreaks havoc on the body, xylitol heals and repairs. It builds immunity, protects against chronic degenerative disease and has anti-aging benefits. Xylitol has 40% fewer calories and 75% fewer carbohydrates, is slowly metabolized and causes negligible changes in insulin levels. It was approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 1963 and has no known toxic levels. Since Xylitol doesn't cause the rise of glucose blood levels that sugar does, it is an attractive alternative for diabetics. So not only can xylitol help in the prevention of diabetes but it can also help in the management of diabetes.

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Double Chocolate Gluten-free Sugar-free Mini Muffins

Apr 13, 2011 12:12PM ● By Terry LaPlante

Try these muffins as a substitute for chocolate candy or sugary cookies.

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Earth Soup

Apr 13, 2011 12:02PM ● By Debbie Wright

Debbie Wright is the owner of the Green Room Café at 222 First Street N, Cocoa Beach featuring organic sandwiches, wraps, salads and smoothie with vegetarian, vegan and wheat- gluten-free options. Call 321-868-0203 or visit GreenRoomCafeCocoaBeach.com for a detailed menu.

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Vegan Rugalach

Apr 13, 2011 12:00PM ● By Cynthia DeSiena

Cynthia DeSiena is the owner of the Heavenly Bake Shoppe located at 7 Rosa L. Jones Dr., Cocoa Village. The shoppe specializes in wheat-free, gluten-free, vegan and organic breads and desserts. For more information call 321-305-6980 or 321-759-5986 or visit www.heavenlybakeshoppe.com.

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Start Your Day with a Healthy Breakfast

Apr 13, 2011 11:56AM ● By Deepti Sadhwani, MD

Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. Not only does it give you energy to start a new day, but breakfast is linked to many health benefits, including weight control and improved performance. Breakfast helps you lower your levels of Ghrelin that is your hunger hormone in the morning.

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Gorilla Juice

Apr 13, 2011 11:03AM ● By Kim Smith

This light and delicious smoothie is a natural hydrator. Athletes find it gives them increased endurance, and improves their recovery time after a strenuous workout. Many drink it just because it tastes so good.

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