Karen Collins
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Limit liqueur consumption to 11/2-3 ounces dailyNov 06, 2021 8:14 pm - Q. How much sweet-flavored liqueur counts as one alcoholic drink? A. The American Institute for Cancer Research's second expert report on how we can lower cancer...
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Little evidence that tumeric's curcumin fights cancerNov 06, 2021 7:10 pm - Q. Can eating more spices like turmeric really lower my cancer risk? A. There is laboratory evidence to suggest that curcumin, the compound that gives turmeric its yello...
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Cream cheese not the best source for nutrientsNov 06, 2021 5:29 pm - Q. How does cream cheese rank as a source of calcium and protein? A. Unlike other types of cheese, cream cheese is not a good source of these important nutrients...
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Benefits to low sugar jamsNov 06, 2021 1:14 pm - Q. Should I switch my family to low sugar jam and jelly? A. The answer may depend on how much jam and jelly you use. Each measured tablespoon contains about 50 c...
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Helping out can keep holiday helpings in lineNov 06, 2021 3:15 am - Q. How can I avoid overeating when I'm pressured to eat at family gatherings? A. Family dynamics vary, so one approach may not fit all situations. First, try to ...
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Tea phytochemicals are color blindNov 06, 2021 1:01 am - Q. What is red tea and is it as healthful as green tea? A. Red tea, also called South African red tea or rooibus (roy-boss) tea, is a caffeine-free herbal tea. Unlike gr...
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Quick-cook brown rice retains nutrientsNov 05, 2021 11:45 pm - Q. I know brown rice is more nutritious than white rice, but is that true of the quick-cooking versions, too? A. Fortunately, yes. While the cooking time require...
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Comparing calories in piecrustsNov 05, 2021 10:58 pm - Q. Are graham cracker piecrusts lower in fat than those made with traditional dough? A. Both graham cracker and traditional piecrusts vary tremendously in the am...
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Count coffee, tea, soda with other daily fluidsNov 05, 2021 9:02 pm - Q. Is it true that caffeine-containing drinks have a diuretic effect and result in a loss of fluid? A. No. Despite the popularity of this long-held belief - even among ...
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Moderate exercise raises good cholesterolNov 05, 2021 6:02 pm - Q. What can I do to raise a low HDL-cholesterol level? A. Weight control and regular physical activity are the most important steps you can take to raise your "g...