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Nutrition Labels

By: Felicia A. Williams

Ever wonder if zero trans fats really means zero trans fats? Consumers should take the time to read the entire food nutrition label before purchasing a product. more...

High Fructose Corn Syrup

By: Felicia A. Williams

To some, high fructose corn syrup is known as corn syrup on steroids. Do we really need to stay away from this powerful sugar alternative? more...

Chocolate can be a Healthy Treat

By: Kirsti A. Dyer

Dark Chocolate is now recognized as a healthy treat if it is consumed in moderation. The flavonoids in chocolate have been shown to have heart protective properties. more...

Berries for Your Health

By: S. Elliott

Including berries with your cereal, salads, or desserts makes solid nutritional sense. Berries may turn out to be the super fruit that can keep you healthy. more...

Diet Soda and Weight Gain

By: Michelle Lee Lutz

Many calorie conscious people choose diet soda over regular soda believing it is the better choice, but new studies show this may not be true. more...

Eat Your Fiber for Health

By: Christina Gleason

Conventional wisdom says that fiber is something you only need when you get older, but a high-fiber diet is important for your health at all ages. more...

Understanding Food Labels

By: Feature Writer Alina Bradford

If all of those terms on labels has your head spinning, never fear! This article will teach you all the calorie terms you need to know. more...

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