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10 Reasons Diet Soda Should Not Be Your Friend
Kristin has a great post over on her blog titled 10 Reasons Diet Soda Should Not Be Your Friend and is a good overview as to why soda, even diet soda, is unhealthy for you. Thanks Kristin!
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about 2 years ago - No comments
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about 2 years ago - No comments
All natural soda replacements are on the way! Zevia, which uses stevia as a sugar replacement, uses 100% natural flavors. I doubt it will taste exactly like “real” or even diet soda, but it does pose a good alternative to those addicted to the can. Zevia is being introduced in six flavors: ZEVIA Natural Cola,…
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about 2 years ago - No comments
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Diet Blog – Steps to Break A Soda Habit
about 2 years ago - No comments
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about 3 years ago - No comments
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