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Artificial Sweeteners 10 Facts
1. Artificial sweeteners are 160-13000 times sweeter than sugar. 2. We use less of it because our bodies do not fully absorb them. 3. Low-cal sweeteners are slowly absorbed and can cause diarrhea and gas if consumed too often. 4. In 1977 saccharin was banned because it was found that it caused cancer in rats, but did not…
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knowing the facts of the science of food/ weight loss tips
though i appreciate the support of the people on MFP, i wish some people had a better idea of what theyre talking about. diet sodas and diet drinks are not bad for you. of course, pumping your body with chemicals isnt the healthiest thing but it is MUCH better than regular drinks/sodas. Additionally, candies and gums with…
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"Big Girl", & how other people see me.
I was just on the train after seeing my boyfriend. I hung up my cellphone and this guy starts to ask me a few things "are you from this neighborhood?" "whats you nationality?" etc. He wasn't creepy but it felt awkward. He then said "it's good you are a big girl. you have opportunities. and you can protect yourself. I mean,…
