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Americans Are Drinking Less Beer — How About You?
In a recent study conducted over a 50-year span, scientists discovered that people's drinking habits have changed in the US. According to the new study published in the American Journal of Medicine, Americans drink less beer and more wine. I guess they've realized that beer isn't chock full of beneficial antioxidants like wine.
The Alcohol and Breast Cancer Connection
Since it's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I thought you'd like to know that drinking any type of alcohol adds to the risk of developing breast cancer. We're talking, wine (even red), beer, and liquor. It has nothing to do with the kind of beverage you choose, it's the amount of alcohol you consume that could pose a problem.
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Berries Soaked in Booze Are Better For You?
If you're a fan of cocktails, you'll appreciate this tidbit just in time for berry season and Summer-drink mixing. According to studies conducted by Thailand's Kasetsart University and the USDA, soaking berries in liquor increases their antioxidant capacity.
While testing methods for preserving strawberries, the scientists discovered that soaking them in grain alcohol also upped their antioxidant levels.
Lighter Options For Hard Liquor
We all know that beer, wine, and cocktails can pack some serious calories, not to mention get you tipsy. But you can definitely make smarter choices at the bar to avoid consuming unnecessary calories and fat. How well do you know the nutritional stats on your hard alcohol drinks?
10 Eating Tips For Avoiding the Freshman 15
The dorm dining hall can be dangerous — like a giant, all-you-can-eat buffet available all day, every day. It's no wonder most of us gain some weight when going off to college, though the infamous "freshman 15" is really more like 10 pounds.
Whether you're eating in a dining hall or cooking for yourself in your first apartment, a few simple strategies can help you avoid that first-year college weight gain.
Food Review: thinkGreen Peanut Butter Chocolate Bar
When it comes to meeting my daily nutritional requirements, I like to eat my vitamins and minerals in whole foods. Occasionally, I fall short on this. I also often need a quick, easily digestible pre-workout snack.
Diet Tip: Order Drink Straight Up or On the Rocks
One drink at happy hour can help you unwind after a tough day at work, but these liquid calories add up. Mixers and juices in many cocktails can be especially high in calories. This is an odd piece of dieting advice, but if you prefer hard liquor, order your drink straight up or on the rocks.
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Drinking Tied to Handful of Cancers in Women
For women, it's agreed that up to one alcoholic drink per day is OK, but a new study may convince you to cut back even more. Researchers studied middle-aged women at breast cancer screening clinics. They asked about the women's drinking habits and tracked their health for seven years.
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