Beet juice boosts endurance say triathletes in pre race tips
Lauren Goss and Alison Bowen discuss beet juice as an endurance aid ahead of a triathlon. Dietitian Jessica Cording notes nitrates in beets improve blood flow and oxygen use, while Goss prefers canned Beet Performer for eight ounces daily in the days before race day.
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Folate and veggies boost heart health tips and asparagus recipe
A health note warns excess folic acid supplements may harm the heart and mask B-12 deficiency, promoting real food like asparagus as the best source. It provides a detailed asparagus based recipe and preparation tips, featuring steps, ingredients, and serving guidance.
Pampered Chef items spark prep and preservation ideas
A reader touts a Bry ant master scraper with burgundy head for efficient scraping and cookware protection. She praises foam star-design pieces for grip, herb freezing trays for summer storage, and a 15 inch round baking stone Made in the U S A for pizzas and cookies. Contact Chrissy Kadleck at ckadleck sbcglobal.net.
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Trimmed asparagus spears for better presentation
Cook's Illustrated advises trimming one inch from the bottom of each spear and peeling the woody exterior on thicker spears. This wastes less than snapping at the natural break, and peeling makes the spears look longer and more elegant.
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