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Maple Syrup Gives You Valuable Health Perks

…consider myself a maple syrup snob—or maybe I should say “connoisseur.” Years of enjoying Vermont winter skiing with our kids included gathering around the breakfast table for the comforting treat of warm fluffy pancakes hot off the griddle, topped with fresh local maple syrup. My Vermont neighbors…

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3 Holiday Foods with Surprising Heart Benefits

…guilt-free. Here are three foods you can enjoy at the holiday season, and all year long: 1. Caramelized nuts. Roasting nuts with a bit of honey or maple syrup, and sea salt or sesame seeds sprinkled on top is a healthy holiday treat. Some of the best heart-healthy nuts to choose are almonds, walnuts, macadamia…

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Is Your Breakfast Hurting Your Heart?

…Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, bananas, peaches, and kiwi are excellent options. Also, choose organic whenever possible. * DO Enjoy Real Maple Syrup in small amounts. * DO Use Coconut Spread which is a healthy alternative to butter and margarine. Personally, my favorite breakfast is gluten-free…

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5 Heart-Healthy Veggie Side-Dishes for Your July 4th Celebration

…Or, for a third flavor combination, season with sesame-ginger sauce. 3. Boil butternut squash until tender, add dried cranberries, a drizzle of maple syrup, and a hefty sprinkle of cinnamon. 4. Boiled Yukon gold potatoes, add frozen peas part way through cooking. Add sliced black olives and add a small…

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The Not So Sweet Truth About Artificial Sweeteners

…your food, my recommendation is to use the nutritional supplement stevia which is available in health food stores, or a small amount of honey or maple syrup. Now it’s your turn: Have you found that artificial sweeteners increase your appetite? You May Also Be Interested In: * Sugar Equals Poor Cardiovascular…

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