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Most Americans do not get enough calcium for optimal health. Many of us were likely told to “drink your milk” in order to build strong bones as you were growing up. Yes, this is true! Milk supplies many essential nutrients including calcium, phosphorus, riboflavin, vitamins A & D, protein and water. Did you know that…
Tea is the oldest and most consumed beverage in the world, next to water. It may be one of the healthiest. Non-‐herbal tea includes four kinds of tea—black, oolong, green, and white. They all come from the same plant known as Camellia sinensis. Tea color depends on the extent of oxidation of the tea leaves…
Did you know that March is Caffeine awareness month? Caffeine can be found naturally in over 60 different plants worldwide. More familiar to us, is the caffeine that is synthetically manufactured and added to energy drinks, sodas, dietary supplements and medications. It is important to be aware of your total daily caffeine intake from all…
January is National Hot Tea Month Tea consumption fits in perfectly with a heart healthy lifestyle, incorporated into an overall healthy diet of whole grains, beans, fish, low fat dairy, fruits and vegetables, and less processed meats. While a cup of freshly brewed tea contains only a couple calories, processed, sugar-sweetened tea beverages are loaded…
What you drink is as important as what you eat. Here are some tips to help you make better beverage choices, from the U. S. Department of Agriculture’s ChooseMyPlate.gov Drink water instead of sugary drinks when you are thirsty. It really is the perfect choice. It keeps us hydrated and healthy, it has no calories,…