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Facts about Caffeine
Caffeine is something many of us reach for first thing in the morning. Those hot brewed cups of heaven that’ll help us start our day on the right foot. AHHHH! Caffeine is found in numerous food products and medication. It’s also habit forming. 90% of Americans consume caffeine daily. That’s a lot of people! Caffeine…
Keep Reading...Lactose Free Healthy and Yummy Snack Ideas For Kids
Kids need to eat healthy foods for their growing bodies, and to maintain their energy levels at peak performance for learning at school and beyond. When your child is lactose intolerant, it’s harder to trust store bought, pre-packaged foods because you don’t know if it contains dairy or other milk products. Keep these five tips…
Keep Reading...Exactly What IS Lactose Intolerance?
Lactose intolerance is when your body can’t digest lactose (sugar) that is found in dairy and milk products. In the small intestine, there’s an enzyme called lactase that breaks down lactose into simple sugars that is then absorbed into the bloodstream and turns into energy. When someone is lactose intolerant, their body doesn’t produce enough…
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