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Good Eating Habits Start Young
You probably remember hearing your parents say at the dinner table, “Eat your broccoli, it’s good for you!” Parents in Japan may say, “Eat your ...
Eating for Success
“I won’t be able to jump if I put on weight.” For years, this false belief caused one top female figure skater to severely restrict ...
Japan’s Daily Cuppa
Worldwide, Japanese green tea is more popular than ever as a beverage and food flavoring. But while Japan might seem a nation of tea drinkers, ...
