Soda (or “pop”, as it’s called in my neck of the woods) is addicting. Most people don’t realize just how much of it they drink. An 8-ounce can of regular soda contains 95-115 calories. That’s empty calories that aren’t contributing to anything except your waistline. These calories add up quickly too. If you drink two [...]

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Chia Seed-Red Grape Smoothie

By Tracy Russell

This smoothie was a delicious accident. I wasn’t trying to make a tasty smoothie that I’d post here. Instead, I was just dumping a bunch of leftovers in a blender in order to meet the rest of my nutrient needs for the day. What happened was both nutrition and wonderful flavor, so here’s the recipe [...]

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It’s pomegranate season! If you’re looking for ideas on what to do with these fall and winter fruits, how about putting them in a green smoothie? Pomegranates add a rich flavor and extra dose of disease-fighting antioxidants. Health Benefits and Nutrition Pomegranates are a great source of vitamin C, B5, potassium, fiber and antioxidants. Studies [...]

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