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FROM THE NOVEMBER 2009 ISSUE

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Ask the Experts
Just a Little Bit of Sugar
Excess sugar intake has been linked to the growing obesity epidemic and related illnesses. But how much is too much? The government’s Dietary Guidelines simply advise Americans to limit how much they consume. Now, for the first time, the American Heart Association has proposed specific guidelines. It’s easy to exceed these new limits.   Full Story

FROM THE WELLNESS GUIDE TO DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS

In focus this month: Resveratrol
Confused about all the hype and conflicting info about supplements?  Go to the Guide to Dietary Supplements
FROM OUR RECIPE FILE

Full of beans
This month’s Wellness Letter discusses the beneficial effect of beans—especially garbanzo beans (chickpeas)—on blood sugar. Our featured recipe is Basmati Rice, Chickpeas & Toasted Almonds.  Go to Recipe

FROM FOUNDATIONS OF WELLNESS
Here are the basics for staying healthy
30 major articles about exercise, nutrition, prevention, and self-care. Go to Foundations