Just learned today that fresh sauerkraut is a “probiotic” food. Yep, it’s one of those “good bacteria” sources, not unlike yogurt or other fermented products. (Sauerkraut is fermented cabbage. I know, sounds less appetizing that way. Let’s stick to “sauerkraut.”) Basically, it supports the good bacteria in your digestive system. Read more: “Got cabbage? Make [...]
Entries Tagged as 'Diet'
Why sauerkraut is good for you
April 22nd, 2008 · Comments Off
Yay! …sort of
November 7th, 2007 · Comments Off
Being 25 pounds overweight doesn’t appear to raise your risk of dying from cancer or heart disease, says a new government study that seems to vindicate Grandma’s claim that a few extra pounds won’t kill you. The news isn’t all good: Overweight people do have a higher chance of dying from diabetes and kidney disease. [...]
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Diet Dr Pepper update
March 1st, 2007 · Comments Off
Quick update on my Diet Dr Pepper experiment. No adverse effects like headaches or digestion problems. Yay! Although it does seem like I have to pee a little more often than when I drank regular Dr Pepper. Since I’ve had good results, I’m going to start trying other diet sodas and see how they are. [...]
Diet Dr Pepper experiment
February 16th, 2007 · Comments Off
I made the decision this week to try switching to Diet Dr Pepper. I usually avoid diet soda because I can taste the aspartame. Yes, I can. I year ago I tried Diet Cherry Vanilla Coke, thinking the flavors might cover the aspartame, and I couldn’t even finish one 12 oz. can. I felt nauseous. (And [...]