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Beverage Calories Contribute to Obesity

This was an article in yesterday’s EurekAlert feed: Doubled calorie intake from beverages likely contributes to adult obesity.
First of all, duh! Doubled calorie intake from any source is probably going to contribute to obesity.
It’s not just sugary sodas that are adding to the obesity crisis – it’s fruit drinks, alcohol and a combination of [...]

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Is Juice Good For You?

There’s an interesting discussion about fruit juice over at Wired Berries that I’ve been participating in. Stop in and check it out.
I stand by my contention that fruit juice should not constitute a regular part of a healthful diet. The sugar content is too high and, being a liquid, it is quickly turned [...]

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