As you've probably read, heard, or seen, a national fast-food chain is promoting it's "Sweet Tea" for the summer.  Here are the nutrition facts for the Large (32 ounce) serving :  230 calories, 59 grams of carbohydrates.  No wonder they call it "sweet" tea -- it contains the equivalent of nearly 15 (yes, you read that right fifteen!) teaspoons of sugar.  A better idea -- order a plain, unsweetened tea and ask for a packet (or 2, if you like) of sugar.  Each packet of sugar is about 15 calorie...
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This summer Foodwise, LLC will be presenting three exciting new classes at Parma Hospital's Health Education Center.  The classes are:

"Dealing with Food Allergies & Intolerances"  Tuesday, June 30, 2009 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

"Weight Management for Adults"  Tuesday, July 28, 2009 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

"Be a Smart Grocery Shopper" Tuesday, August 11, 2009 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

A full description of the courses and registration information can be found at:
http://www.parmahospital.org/FileUpload...
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