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The Effect of Cholesterol on the Body

Kimberly Distilli Allergy, Education, Healthy Food, Healthy Living, Nutrition Leave a comment   ,

According to the American Heart Association, high cholesterol affects one in every three Americans. Many factors play a role in a person’s cholesterol levels, including family history, type of diet and exercise levels. To find out more about cholesterol, and how we can keep cholesterol levels in a healthy range, read on.

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Different types of cholesterol affect the body differently.

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What’s the Most Nutritious Rice?

Kimberly Distilli Allergy, Education, Healthy Food, Healthy Living, Nutrition Leave a comment   ,

For anyone who is watching calories or blood sugar levels, rice is often treated like an unwanted cousin at a family reunion. This is not entirely fair. All rice is not created equal and many varieties exist that are healthy choices to the non-nutritious, high in starch, white-rice variety.

Try a variety of rice for enjoyment and healthier eating.

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Milk from Oats?

Kimberly Distilli Allergy, Education, Healthy Food, Healthy Living, Nutrition Leave a comment   ,

Oat milk is the latest contender in non-dairy milks, sometimes called “nut milks.”  It is similar to other non-dairy milks on the market–soy, rice, coconut or almond milks.  Unlike these other non-dairy milks, it’s a bit more versatile because it has a creamy consistency and it does not separate when it comes into contact with hot beverages.  It’s the perfect choice for a non-dairy latte! 

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Oat milk offers a non-dairy alternative for milk-lovers.

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