The dangers of food additives and preservatives are revealed in a new report from the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI). How dangerous are most food additives and preservatives?

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Mmmm - you know how the yummy aroma of microwave popcorn can quickly fill up a room and make you hungry for your own bag. But not all kernels are king. So I was glad to see Consumer Reports‘ (CR) take on the popular ones out there.
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It seems innocent enough - just using a little coffee creamer can’t hurt, right? After all, some nutrition labels list a measly 10 calories and half a gram of saturated fat per serving. But both your serving size and the labels might deceive you, according to a new report from the Center for Science in [...]

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I’m always looking for ways to get more fiber in my diet. So when I saw the new Fiber One Yogurt at the grocery store, it seemed like just the right combo for me.
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Have you seen all the fruit and veggie chips at the stores lately? They’re like potato chips, only they come in flavors that include tomato, sweet potato, and berry. I haven’t tried them yet, but every time I see them I wonder can you really munch on these chips to score a serving of fruits [...]

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Who wouldn’t want the best chocolates? I mean, sometimes having just a little bit of REALLY good chocolate is more satisfying than having a lot of the average stuff. And when you feel more satisfied with less, you just might save a few calories. So if you want to indulge a little this Valentine’s Day [...]

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Bowflex foldable treadmill
Still have an exercise buff on your gift list? If you’re looking for a treadmill or elliptical machine and don’t know which one to get, check out these recommendations from Consumer Reports.
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What are the best rated hot chocolates? I gotta know because nothing makes me feel as warm on a cold night - or day - than a comforting mug of hot chocolate. It’s definitely something I stock in my pantry this time of year. So, when I found out Consumer Reports (CR) just rated ten [...]

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The Bread for Life Diet by nutritionist Olga Raz claims you can eat 16 slices of bread a day and still lose weight. Can it really be true? How does it work?

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Energy drinks are all the buzz these days. But is that buzz good for your health? Consumer Reports wants the government to require companies to label the amount of caffeine in the beverages so you know how much you’re getting. Its experts recently tested 12 carbonated energy drinks - 9 regular and 3 low-calorie - [...]

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