April 22nd, 2010

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Energy Drink Truth Revealed- The Dangers Every Parent Needs To Know

It may seem like I’m beating a dead horse here but I feel like most of us are being treated like mushrooms. Fed bull crap and kept in the dark when it comes to nutritional education, especially about the dangers of energy drinks. Just because it’s on TV doesn’t mean its safe people.

Energy drinks all have varying levels of sugar, caffeine, and other herbal substances, but the underlying dangers are all the same. The amount of caffeine in these drinks well exceeds the maximum recommendations for daily intake of caffeine for children and youth, so big deal right? Caffeine is just part of life and we’ve all become oblivious to its harmful effects. I used to have my 3 cups of coffee in the morning until I started investigating the real truth about energy drinks.

Caffeine in excess amounts can be extremely dangerous. It is known to be an addictive stimulant drug and can cause sleep disturbances, headaches, nervousness, irritability, and anxiety. It can also cause changes in heart rate, including tachycardia, which has been linked to energy drink consumption. Caffeine can produce these effects at different rates depending on ones size and body weight. For example, less caffeine is required to produce these effects in smaller individuals making children more vulnerable than adults.

Caffeine is also a diuretic which means that it will clean you out and not in a good way. Imagine sitting down for a nice healthy filling breakfast and having two or three cups of coffee along with it. 20-30 minutes later you start making your trips to the bathroom to relieve yourself. What’s really going on here is that most of the nutrients that you just consumed with breakfast have not had a chance to break down and be absorbed into your body. Instead they are being eliminated through your urinary tract prematurely. This is the type of information that most people never realize and I hope if you are reading this that you just had an AHAH moment.  

Most energy drinks contain over 80 mg per 250 ml, more than 3 times the amount caffeine in same amount of soda. However, some energy drinks have been found to contain up to 500 mg per serving. We also get caffeine from other foods and beverages (eg. coffee, tea, chocolate, dark soda, etc.), so many people may easily exceed the daily recommended amounts.

Age Group Recommended Maximum Daily Intake Caffeine:
* 4-6 years 45 mg
* 7-9 years 62.5 mg
* 10-12 years 85 mg
* Adults 300 mg

Dangers Of  Too Much Sugar in Energy Drinks

Now let’s talk about the amount of sugar in the most popular energy drinks and the effects on our culture as a whole. It’s no secret that Type 2 diabetes is running amuck in America and for good reason. Everything we eat now has sugar (aka High Fructose Corn Syrup). Don’t believe me, just read the labels on everything you purchase the next time you go grocery shopping. They snuck this little devil in disguise in on us back in the 70’s and it’s now such a part of our everyday life that it goes completely unnoticed by us mushrooms. Don’t believe what the corn refiners tell you either, just do your research and see for yourself why the very farmers that grow this base crop won’t eat it. Not fit for human consumption is what they will tell you. It’s no wonder why in 40 years we’ll be spending more in medical care than the sum of our country’s GNP! Did you hear that America? It’s time to wake up and smell the coffee, with cream and sugar of course. Oh, and don’t forget the caffeine.

So now what are we going to do about this growing obesity problem? Well believe it or not our government actually got something right recently. In December 2008 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Stevia product rebaudioside A
(rebiana) as a general purpose sweetener. Rebiana is an ingredient derived from the leaf of the stevia plant. Stevia has been available as a dietary supplement in natural food markets for a long time but now that it has the FDA stamp of approval as a safe food source we will be seeing it more and more as companies begin incorporating stevia into new products. One such company is <a href="http://ken.goyoli.com/">Yoli</a> which markets healthy, all natural beverages. In January of 2010 Olympic star Carl Lewis will be introducing their organic sports drink call “Fun”. Trademarked stevia sweetners are Truvia™ (Coca Cola and Cargill) and PureVia™ (Whole Earth Sweetener Company LLC and PepsiCo). Personally I’m using the Truvia product which I purchased at my local Safeway to sweeten my now de-caff coffee.

I hope you now have some insight as to the dangers of energy drinks and the truth about these products. The long term effects are just not worth the short term rush in my opinion. But try and explain that to a college student cramming for finals. Just
glad these harmful drinks were not available when I was in college or I might be on a dialysis machine right now.

To learn more about the dangers of energy drinks visit the author’s web site <a href="http://www.energydrinktruth.com/">Energy Drink Truth</a> and prepare to become enlightened. To learn more about the dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup visit <a href="http://www.pissedoffdad.com/">Pissed Off Dad</a>

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Horizon Organic Reduced Fat Milk, Chocolate, 8-Ounce Aseptic Cartons (Pack of 18)
Horizon Organic Reduced Fat Milk, Chocolate, 8-Ounce Aseptic Cartons (Pack of 18)
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Horizon Organic Low fat Chocolate Milk provides a great-tasting and easy way to add calcium to your family's diet. They are available in low fat half gallons and quarts. Our milk is as good for you as it is delicious because it's produced with no antibiotics, no added growth hormones and no dangerous pesticides. Our cows eat only organic feed and have access to clean water, fresh air, organic pasture and exercise.

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  • Case of 18, 8-ounce cartons of chocolate aseptic organic milk (144 total ounces)
  • Made with organic grade a reduced fat milk and organic evaporated cane juice
  • Produced without the use of antibiotics, added growth hormones or pesticides
  • Shelf stable; requires no refrigeration until after opening
Nutiva Organic HempShake, Chocolate, Superfood Drink Mix, 16-Ounce Canisters (Pack of 2)
Nutiva Organic HempShake, Chocolate, Superfood Drink Mix, 16-Ounce Canisters (Pack of 2)
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Delicious organic protein super food drinks mix. They areUSDA organic with no added sugar and are 32% RDI of fiber. Trust Nutiva for the freshest, best - tasting products. As delicious as they are nutritious, our healthy HempShakes are the perfect meal replacement.

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  • Pack of 2 (total 32 oz)
  • Superfood chocolate blend includes Fair Trade chocolate, ramon nuts, mesquite pods
  • All USDA-certified-organic ingredients; high in protein, fiber; sweetened with Fair Trade cane juice
  • Powder for shakes and smoothies, adding to baked goods like muffins
  • Product of Canada
American Artisanal: Finding the Country's Best Real Food, from Cheese to Chocolate
American Artisanal: Finding the Country's Best Real Food, from Cheese to Chocolate
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We have a growing hunger to know where our food comes from. In our increasingly corporate world, we are looking to get back in touch with our roots to the land. American Artisanal feeds this hunger as no book has before. The book celebrates eighteen of America’s leading food artisans–from Wood Prairie Farms potatoes in Maine to L. L. Lanier Honey in Florida, from Reed’s Ginger Brew in California to Earthy Delights mushrooms in Michigan. These are folks who are returning to the basics of sustainable, small-scale, or just plain high quality production. Food is a second career for many of these producers, who decided to drop out of the office rat race and pursue their real passion, literally in the field. In their inspirational stories we also can see the emergence of a true national cuisine. Also, woven throughout each chapter is the engaging history behind our foods–their natural origins and long journeys to cultivation. Recipes and ordering information are provided so you can enjoy these culinary delights at home.

Timothy's World Coffee, Variety Pack for Keurig Brewers, 22-Count K-Cups (Pack of 2)
Timothy's World Coffee, Variety Pack for Keurig Brewers, 22-Count K-Cups (Pack of 2)
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2 of each of the following: Extra Bold Parisian Nights Kona Blend Breakfast Blend Fair Trade Columbian Dorado Italian Blend Decaf Columbian Hazelnut 1 of each of the following: Extra Bold Rainforest Espresso Extra Bold Sumatran Gold Mexican Organic French Vanilla English Breakfast Tea Chai Tea Green Tea Canarino

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  • Exciting, New, Assortment. Timothy's new variety pack is the perfect way for customers to sample a wide variety of Timothy's best K-Cups.
  • Variety of Roasts
  • Coffee and Tea K-cups included
  • Case of two boxes containing 22 K-cups (44 total K-cups)
  • Fresh tastes best! Packaged in Canada. Made in Canada.
Amazing Grass Berry Flavor Drink Powder, Green SuperFood, 17-Ounce Container
Amazing Grass Berry Flavor Drink Powder, Green SuperFood, 17-Ounce Container
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Green SuperFood is blended to perfection in a delicious tasting powder that mixes well with juice, water or your favorite beverage. One serving gives you the antioxidant equivalent of 7 servings of fruits and vegetables and helps you hit your daily quota. A full spectrum of alkalizing green super foods, antioxidant rich fruits, and support herbs unite with Acai and Maca to provide a powerful dose of whole food nutrition. Complete with pre and probiotics and digestive enzymes to ensure rapid nutrient absorption and healthy digestion.

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  • 17-ounce bottle
  • Supports body alkalinity
  • Boosts energy and immune system
  • Gluten free and vegan
Green Toys Tea Set
Green Toys Tea Set
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Teach your daughters to care for Mother Earth with this "green" make-believe tea set with four place settings. Includes 17 pieces: one pink teapot with purple lid, one purple sugar bowl and lid, one blue creamer, four blue teacups, four green saucers, and four yellow teaspoons. Made in the USA from recycled milk jugs.

By using the Green Toys Tea Set, your preschooler can help save the planet – a cup of tea at a time. Designed for children ages three and up, the tea set is made from recycled milk jugs, is FDA approved to eat and drink from, and does not contain BPA, phthalates, or lead paint. The set is colorful and durable, and is ideal for bath-time tea parties. Green Toys Tea Set Ages: 3+ What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Ease of assembly: Educational factor: The Good: Made from recycled products and doesn't contain BPA, phthalates, or lead paint. The Challenging: Though the tea set is dishwasher safe, it is not microwave safe. In a Nutshell: Colorful, environmentally friendly tea set made from 100% recycled curbside-collected milk containers. This environmentally friendly tea set is FDA approved, and completely safe to drink from. View larger. Colorful and 100% Recycled This authentically styled tea set comes in pastel colors with interchangeable lids for the pot and sugar bowl. The lightweight set is made out of a durable recycled material. Manufactured, assembled, and tested in the United States, the set is environmentally safe, non-toxic, and dishwasher friendly. Another highlight of this tea set is the recycled cardboard packaging it comes in, which you can also recycle when you're through with it. With no plastic or twisting ties -- or any of the other environmentally unfriendly annoyances that come with opening up toy packaging -- it's easy to open and earth-friendly. Help the Environment With the Green Toys Tea Set, you can feel better about your purchase since you're doing something good to help the environment. It's safe and durable for your child's use -- especially when eating or drinking from the set. Use the tea set to help your child learn more about recycling, helping the environment, saving energy, and reducing greenhouse gases while they serve tea to family and friends. Besides the environmental benefits, the set is brightly colored, lightweight, and durable -- making it a tea set that will last for years to come. What's in the Box Tea pot with lid, sugar bowl with lid, creamer, four cups, four saucers, and four teaspoons. The cups, pots and saucers are colored in gentle pastels.

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  • Includes tea pot, creamer, sugar bowl, four cups, four saucers and four spoons
  • Made from curbside collected milk containers
  • Safe and no phthalates or BPA
  • Recycled plastic saves energy and reduces greenhouse gasses
  • For 3 years and above
Amazing Grass Chocolate Drink Powder, Green Superfood, 8.5-Ounce Container
Amazing Grass Chocolate Drink Powder, Green Superfood, 8.5-Ounce Container
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Our Chocolate Green SuperFood is a delicious chocolate drink powder to help you achieve your 5 to 9 daily servings of fruits and vegetables. A full spectrum of alkalizing green super foods, antioxidant rich fruits, and support herbs unite with organic Acai, Maca and Cacao to provide a powerful dose of whole food nutrition with a delicious dark chocolate taste. Complete with pre and probiotics and digestive enzymes to ensure rapid nutrient absorption and healthy digestion.

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  • 8.5-ounce canister
  • Supports body alkalinity
  • Boosts energy and immune system
  • Gluten free and vegan
Navitas Naturals Organic Raw Chocolate Powder, Cacao Power, Mayan Superfood, 16-Ounce Pouch (Pack of 2)
Navitas Naturals Organic Raw Chocolate Powder, Cacao Power, Mayan Superfood, 16-Ounce Pouch (Pack of 2)
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King of cacao. Raw chocolate - the new red wine. Cacao is increasingly being consumed for its nutritive and health enhancing properties as it has been in many cultures for thousands of years. Cocoa beans (theobroma cacao/raw chocolate) are the source for all chocolate and cocoa products. Our certified organic, raw cacao is the premium criollo variety. Theobroma literally means food of the goods - so called from the goodness of the seeds and Mexican named the pounded seeds chocolate cacao is increasingly being consumed for its nutritive and health-enhancing properties, as it has been in many cultures for thousands of years. Cacao contains many chemicals that enhance physician and mental well-being, including an incredibly rich supply of magnesium. Other essential minerals present in Cacao are calcium, zinc, iron, copper and potassium. Cacao also contains more antioxidant flavonoids than red wine, green tea and blueberries. Navitas Naturals vegan cacao nibs are unprocessed, certified organic, raw, peeled cacao beans. Our premium cacao beans come directly from the farmers who cultivate them. These farmers grow their crops on their own land, using sustainable methods that have been used for generations. These cacao beans are guaranteed to be free of heavy metals, chemicals and pesticides. USDA organic. Certified organic by Skal International. Imported form Peru. Packed in the USA.

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  • Pack of 2 (total 32 oz)
  • Made from pure, 100% natural cacao powder
  • Certified organic, vegan; a good source of minerals such as magnesium, iron, copper, and calcium
  • Mix into chocolate ice cream, smoothies, or yogurt; an antioxidant-rich supplement with antiseptic, diuretic and soothing properties
  • Navitas Naturals products come directly from the farmers who cultivate them and are free of heavy metals, chemicals and pesticides
Amazing Grass Chocolate Drink Powder, Green Superfood, 17-Ounce Container
Amazing Grass Chocolate Drink Powder, Green Superfood, 17-Ounce Container
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Our Chocolate Green SuperFood is a delicious chocolate drink powder to help you achieve your 5 to 9 daily servings of fruits and vegetables. A full spectrum of alkalizing green super foods, antioxidant rich fruits, and support herbs unite with organic Acai, Maca and Cacao to provide a powerful dose of whole food nutrition with a delicious dark chocolate taste. Complete with pre and probiotics and digestive enzymes to ensure rapid nutrient absorption and healthy digestion.

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  • 17-ounce bottle
  • Supports body alkalinity
  • Boosts energy and immune system
  • Gluten free and vegan
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