Have you seen that image floating around Facebook talking about the McDonald's Shamrock Shake? Apparently the small Shamrock Shake has 73 grams of sugar, and honestly, that's kind of ridiculous. The American Diabetes Association recommends limiting added sugar intake to 40 grams per day. Typically, I challenge people a bit more and tell them to stay under 25 grams of added sugar per day. 

Have you heard about the benefits of turmeric yet? I feel like it's popping up everywhere--and for good reason. Turmeric is a component of curry and it gives it the bright yellow color it's known for. Turmeric has been used for thousands of years to treat different ailments.  It's been studied in cancer research, arthritis, GI health, and more! Of course, as with most research, the majority of the research has been done in test tubes and on animals; so take this with a grain of salt. Turmeric (and it's antioxidant compound, curcumin) has the ability to stimulate the gallbladder to produce bile, which, may help improve digestion. It might be completely psychological for me, but when I have an upset stomach or feel nauseous, this is my go to drink. Unless I have Canada Dry available; thanks, mom, for getting me hooked on that when I was a child with the flu.