Very few people drink soda because they believe it is good for them. In majority, people love soda because it is tasteful, quenches thirst and comes in all shapes, sizes and colors. However, there is an increasing concern in the scientific world in regards to the harmful effects of soda on human health. And this is because, in numerous experimental studies, intake of soda was associated with condensed bone mass, reduced calcium (more…)

Although soft drinks are often the culprit for a series of health issues, they are, admittedly, vital vehicles of a balanced diet. After intensive work out, soft drinks are quicker absorbed than water providing to human body hydration and energy, while replenishing all the key vitamins and minerals that the body loses during exercising. Soft drinks typically complement fast food meals or pre-packaged foods, but the can also com (more…)

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BORSCHT SOUP

GRANDMA’S SPAGHETTI AND MEAT BALLS

BAKED WINTER SQUASH

GRANDMA’S WHIPPED SHORTBREAD COOKIES

AUNT PAT’S BUTTER TARTS

LIGHTSIDE

BUY LOCAL FOOD

FOOD INFORMATION WHEN EXPOSED TO FIRE, FLOOD, HEAT, POWER OUT

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Caffeine is a well-known stimulant that is added as an ingredient to various carbonated soft drinks.  Due to its stimulatory and other physiological effects, individuals desire to know the exact amount of caffeine consumed from these beverages

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Fuel cells are likely to be the alternative energy source of the future, but now this technology is being heralded as the environmentally friendly way to power all sorts of electronic devices. How about charging up your laptop battery with fizzy drinks?

Researchers at St. Louis University in Missouri have developed a fuel cell which can produce electricity from sugar. It has been tested with a glucose solution, c (more…)