Chocolate Comparison Dark vs Milk Chocolate vs Snickers. Below is a comparison of typical ingredients in an unprocessed chocolate bar against the American favorite Snickers.  As you’ll see the fact that Mars chooses an unusual portion size 48 grams makes a quick glance comparison tricky.  Good thing we are handy with Microsoft Excel

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Better Meal Prep in Alexandria VA.  On May 28th, we asked Alexandria VA how they can improve the above meal.  We offered $100 Sand & Steel Gift Certificates for the best answers.  Here’s what you said, and here’s who won.

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Curing Cramping Through Caffeine Regulation

There are many causes for cramps:

1. Lack of conditioning;
2. Dehydration; and
3. Electrolyte deficiency (Calcium, Chlorine, Potassium, Sodium)

Here’s how to track down your source, and how to prevent cramps from reoccurring.

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