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Sugar: The Secret Killer – Part 2 – Disease

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
In the first part of this series, we discussed sugar addiction. The science community doesn’t yet recognize sugar as an addictive substance, but based on the research I have done, and my own personal experience, I can attest to the addictive nature of sugar. Please note that just like narcotics, not everyone is, or will...
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Fast & Easy Greek Yogurt Vegetable Dip

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
Vegetables and creamy dips. A classic appetizer, right? In my mind, the vegetables are just the vessel to get as much of the rich, flavorful dip into my mouth as possible. I could sit down and eat a huge plate of these all at once. If you have friends coming over for snacks and you...
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Sugar: The Secret Killer – Part 1 – Addiction

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
A spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down, right? Well, that spoonful of sugar could be the reason you’re having to take medicine in the first place! We all know that sugar is bad for you. Well, if you’re conscious about what you put in your body, then you’re probably aware, but the typical American has...
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Simple Creamy Salad Dressing

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
I originally developed this recipe as the dressing for my Easy Cauliflower Salad, but I’ve had several people ask for it as just a regular salad dressing. Salad dressings are some of the worst products we can buy — they are filled with rancid, GMO oils, preservatives, and other unsavory ingredients. It’s so simple to...