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31. 500-Calorie Poultry Menus
    

    Lean boneless, skinless chicken breast has always ranked as a favorite, especially for anyone watching their weight. With only 140 calories and 3 grams of fat per 3-ounce serving, it's a real diet bargain. Rich, dark meat is slightly higher in calories and fat (174 calories and 8 grams of fat) but i

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32. 500-Calorie Menus -- 16 Fish & Seafood Menu Inspirations
    

    Some varieties of seafood are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and most seafood is high in selenium and low in saturated fat, making it a heart-healthy protein choice. Browse through these seafood recipes to choose your main course, then pick from the suggested side dishes, desserts or drinks to round ou

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33. 500-Calorie Appetizer Menus
    

    Whether you need quick nibbles to satisfy pre-dinner hunger pangs or you’re hosting a party, this collection of tasty, healthy appetizer recipes is sure to hit the spot. These appetizers are party-ready in 30 minutes or less, and the emphasis is on delicious and healthy ingredients. From crowd-pleas

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34. Recall: Salmonella in Nesquik Chocolate Powder?
    

    Nov. 9, 2012 -- Nestle USA has recalled some of its Nesquik chocolate powder, which may be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. No illnesses have been reported so far. Nesquik contains calcium carbonate made by Omya Inc. Omya has recalled the calcium carbonate "due to possible presence of Salmonel

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35. How Much Caffeine Is in Your Energy Drink?
    

    Oct. 25, 2012 -- How much caffeine is in your energy drink? Don't count on finding out by reading the product label, a Consumer Reports (CR) investigation finds. The consumer group tested 27 popular energy drinks. Eleven didn't list the amount of caffeine on the label. Among the 16 products that did

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36. FDA: 5 Death Reports for Monster Energy Drink
    

    Oct. 23, 2012 -- The FDA is investigating reports of five deaths and a nonfatal heart attack in people who drank high-caffeine energy drinks made by the Monster Energy Company. Meanwhile, a Maryland couple has filed a wrongful death suit against the company, alleging that their product killed their

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37. The Vegan Myth
    

    While veganism's draw is clear--ranging from the moral argument against eating animals to the health impact of overconsuming red meat--for many women, one motive is to lose weight. Trade the meat-packed standard American diet for plant-based foods and you'll slim down like you just stepped out of a

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38. The Link Between Chocolate and the Nobel Prize
    

    Oct. 10, 2012 -- Eat chocolate, win a Nobel Prize? It may sound far-fetched, but a new study suggests it might not be bad advice. The results show countries that eat the most chocolate also have the highest number of Nobel laureates per capita. Researchers say the idea stems from several studies tha

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39. Peanut Butter Recall Expands
    

    Sept. 26, 2012 -- The nationwide recall of peanut butter has vastly expanded to include dozens of peanut butter, tahini, and other nut butter products, many sold under popular brand names. All of the products use nuts from Sunland Farms. The New Mexico nut company is the likely source of a salmonell

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40. Recall: Target Dog Treats
    

    Sept. 24, 2012 - Kasel Associated Industries is recalling its Boots & Barkley 6-Count 5-Inch American Beef Bully Sticks dog treats because of a possible salmonella contamination. The product comes in a clear plastic bag, containing six bully sticks, marked with bar code number 647263899189.It has be

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