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Are Cashews Paleo?

Are cashews paleo? That’s still open for discussion. In some ways it depends just how strict you want your paleo diet to be in terms of avoiding chemicals that may be harmful. Cashews have to be roasted or treated to remove the phenols they’re coated with, because these chemicals can inflame the digestive tract and […]
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Are Corn Tortillas Gluten Free?

Ever wondered if corn tortillas are gluten free? They sound like they should be, but the truth is in the labeling. Corn Tortillas – To be certain if your package of corn tortillas is in fact gluten free, you must review the packaging and ingredients. While the simple name ‘corn tortilla’ should indicate that it […]
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Are French Fries Gluten Free?

Fries are a pretty important part of many Americans’ Diets – not because we can’t do without them physically, but because we have become used to them, but are they Gluten Free? Common sense says that French Fries should be completely free of gluten: they are made of potatoes, after all, and potatoes are gluten […]
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Are Lima Beans Good For You?

Yes, Lima Beans are good for you. Whether you have them fresh, dried or canned, the nutrient content for every serving will be the same. You should also know that Lima Beans are a grade A source of fiber making it an ideal food complement. Compared to other legumes, Lima beans lead the pack in […]
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Are Olives Fattening?

Olives are fattening, but there is no reason to get alarmed. Olives are rich in the right kinds of fat. Olives are full of monounsaturated fat, in fact nearly 75% of the fat in olives comes from this kind of fat. In five large olives there is the same amount of fat as in one […]
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Are Rice Krispies Gluten Free?

New and Improved Rice Krispies are gluten free and consumed by many who cannot eat gluten. While they may not be the same since going gluten free, they do provide a tasty alternative to many other bland foods on the menu. While the old version of Rice Krispies was made with barley malt, the source […]
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Calories Burned Dancing

The number of calories burned in dancing varies by the type and intensity. Many people enjoy dancing for fun and fitness. There are literally 100’s of different types of dances so theres no way we can go into that amount of detail. For the sake of calories burned, we’ll classify dances as light, moderate and […]
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Can Coffee Make You Gain Weight?

Coffee does not make you gain weight unless you drink it along with the consumption of junk food and highly processed foods. Drinking coffee alone does not make you gain weight, but actually slightly elevates your metabolism to prevent weight gain. Research studies are not definitive if coffee is the culprit in weight gain prevention, […]
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Can Eating Apples Help You Lose Weight?

Apples CAN help you lose weight because of their nutritional value and large amount so fiber. We have all heard the saying, ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away,’ but what about for losing weight? Apples are good for losing weight because they fill you up and not out. Apples are low in calories, […]
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Do Men Lose Weight Faster than Women?

The notion that men lose weight easier than women is true. Read below for the 9 reasons why this is the case. Some say that men lose weight easier than women. But is it true? The answer is YES. Obviously that doesn’t mean women are not able to lose weight – it just means it’s just a […]
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Does Cranberry Juice Make You Poop?

If you drink pure Cranberry Juice in excess, it can make you poop. The more pure the juice, the more time you may be spending in the bathroom. Cranberry juice contains a number of antioxidants that are designed to eliminate waste from your body. The purer the juice, the more natural ingredients are found.  The fruit […]
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Does Drinking Crystal Light Count As Water?

Many people ask, “Does Drinking Crystal Light Count As Water?” Crystal Light is a low calorie drink that is good for you in terms of quenching your thirst, but it does not count as water. While Crystal light is low in calories and sugar, it is full of artificial sweeteners.  In pure water there is nothing […]