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Coffee – Good or Bad or Both?

Coffee – Good or Bad or Both?
A cup or two a day predicts lower risk of chronic disease Drinking lots of coffee predicts higher risk Coffee is the world’s leading beverage except for water. A recent review concluded that moderate caffeinated coffee consumption (3-5 8 ounce cups per day) does not increase risk of cardiovascular disease. To the contrary, evidence suggests…
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Mushrooms

Mushrooms
Some mushrooms can kill you Others may reduce your risk of dementia, cancer cardiovascular disease, and premature death Mushrooms contain bioactive compounds, including fiber, beta-glucans, vitamins, and the antioxidants ergothioneine and glutathione. In addition, mushrooms are good sources for certain vitamins (B1, 2, 12, D, and E) and minerals (calcium, potassium, sodium, phosphorus, copper, iron,…
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