Top 10 Unhealthiest Holiday Drinks (and some tasty alternatives!)

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You decide to skip those cookies and go for some holiday beverages this season. Sadly, that leads to an inability to snap the button on your pants come January. This is the world of calorie-laden beverages, and here are a few that should be on top of the naughty list.

Vegan Eggnog Recipe: “VegNog”

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If drinking raw eggs this holiday season doesn’t sound appetizing to you, then try this holiday drink recipe for VegNog.

Labeling Genetically Engineered Food – Step 2

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Last week, Rep. Kucinich submitted three bills regarding genetically engineered crops and animals. Now, we just have to make sure those bills become law.

“The Country Cooking of Italy” Recipe: Rigatoni with Cauliflower

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Written by the co-founder of Saveur and editorial director of The Daily Meal.com, Coleman Andrews, Country Cooking of Italy, is one of the most beautiful and locally focused cookbooks I’ve ever seen. Just in time for the holidays too.

Dealing with Liver Cancer: Making Sure Your Diet Works with You

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If you’re battling liver cancer, following a careful diet plan is probably unappealing. It’s common to experience a significant loss of appetite while battling liver cancer, both from the disease itself and the treatments associated with it. But eating nutritious foods, and ensuring that you’re eating enough of them, is an important part of keeping your body as strong and healthy as possible.

Baked Chips: Beetroot Crisps

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Typically they would be deep fried, but it’s not the healthiest way and not all of us have any easy way to deep fry things. Here is a suggestion for baking some. Use them to spice up your next soup or dish, or as a snack. You can also try it with other root vegetables like parsnips or sweet potatoes.

Genetically Engineered Technology Farmer Protection Act – H.R. 3555

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The Genetically Engineered Technology Farmer Protection Act establishes a set of farmers’ rights in regards to genetically engineered organisms and the business practices of biotech companies.