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The Not So Sweet Truth About Artificial Sweeteners

…and may actually gain weight. It all becomes a vicious cycle. If you must sweeten 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…

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Sugar, Not Cholesterol, is the Real Villain in Heart Disease

…fruit juice or try some shredded raw or dried apples, coconut, raisins, or dates. Use spices such as cinnamon, cloves, or nutmeg. Or experiment with stevia, an herbal supplement that is now available as a sweetener. * Eat several small meals. By eating little portions spread throughout the day, you’ll…

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10 Foods You Should Never Eat--Well, Maybe Sometimes

…blood sugar. Instead opt for whole wheat. * Sugar. Again, it spikes your blood sugar. If you want to sweeten your coffee or tea, opt for ribose or Stevia instead. * Veal. It’s one of the most inflammatory foods you can eat, and inflammation is at the root of heart disease. * Dehydrated soups. They’re…

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5 Heart-Smart Secrets for Your July Fourth Celebration

I love everything about the Fourth of July, from the hometown parades, to fireworks, and cookouts with family and friends. Yet, as I’m sure you’ve noticed, many celebrations can be a real disaster for your heart and your health. That’s why I wanted to share some of my best heart-smart secrets…

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Ghosts, Goblins, and Diabetes?

…some shredded raw or dried apples, coconuts, raisins, or dates. Try sprinkling on cinnamon, cloves, or nutmeg. You also may want to experiment with stevia, an herbal supplement that millions of people use as a sweetener. * Eat several small meals, starting with breakfast, and include some protein at each…

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Healthy Heart Nutrition Beverages

…tea over ice with zesty lemon and a slice of lime is one of our favorites. You can also try natural mineral water sweetened with flavored liquid stevia or mixed with a puree of your favorite fruit. I am particularly partial to watermelon or strawberries! For more information on general or cardiovascular…

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Diet Soda Increases Your Risk of Stroke

…switch to good, old-fashioned water. If you need something a bit sweeter, you can try mineral water with a splash of cranberry juice or even flavored stevia. Iced green tea also makes a great alternative.

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10 Cancer-Prevention Habits that Can Save Your Life

…, and definitely the most colorful you can find. 7. Minimize sugar and sweet foods in the diet, because sugar weakens the immune system. The herb stevia, available at health food stores, is a good sugar substitute. 8. Use natural COX-2 inhibitors, such as green tea, rosemary, turmeric, ginger, oregano…

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Why High Fructose Corn Syrup is Health Enemy #1

…juices, spritzers from juices and mineral water, and herbal teas. If you must have something to sweeten your cereal, coffee, or tea choose ribose or Stevia instead, or add a quarter teaspoon of honey. Now it’s your turn: Have you found a healthy alternative to HFCS? You May Also Be Interested In: * The…

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