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How are you supposed to know when many of the words used you can't pronounce, much less understand? Is "Natural" the same as "Organic?" Believe it or not this is purposely done to confuse and satisfy the average person. The average person sees "Natural" believing that the product has not been altered from its original state in nature. The inquisitive person asks don't they mean the same thing? No, they don't and they are both used to get by the consumer. Unfortunately most consumers don't read labels and many of them that do are confused but decide that they wouldn't sell something that would be harmful to them. This is extremely disheartening that people are so gullible. Of course there is the statement that "We are all going to die from something so what's the difference as long as it taste good." The internet is available to practically everybody, everywhere with not only one source but hundreds if not thousands of sources to receive the information necessary to know exactly what you are putting in your mouth.

Surprise the manufacturers and not only read the labels but research them, too. You will find that most of them don't have your best interest in mind, but making a profit is. The average American diet is terrible and that is because the average American doesn't care what goes in his mouth as long as it taste good and it's convenient. This country is blessed with having more of everything making us top dog, except when it comes to healthy people. WAKE UP AMERICA BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE!!!!! Well, it is certainly getting warmer out there as the season changes from Spring to Summer. And you know what that means? It is now the season of backyard barbeques, pool parties and birthday parties.

When throwing an outdoor event, it's always a great idea to have some nice refreshing drinks on hand to help keep your guests cool and hydrated so they can enjoy themselves while out in the sun. The last thing you want is your guests leaving early because they simply can't stand the heat!

Here's a great idea for a simple yet authentic Mexican rice drink that has been in my family for years:

My mother taught me this easy horchata recipe because she knows just how much I love this authentic "agua fresca" (Spanish for refreshing flavored water).

Did you know that there are many different flavors of agua fresca? Some of my favorites are:

Jamaica - a tart drink made from hibiscus flowers Fresas - made from delicious, fresh strawberries Sandia - a watermelon drink perfect for pool parties Melon - also known as cantaloupe juice And of course, horchata - made from white rice and cinnamon sticks.

While it can seem daunting, horchata is really very simple and easy to make. It's perfect for those hot summer days lounging by the pool or for your next Cinco de Mayo fiesta.

Authentic Horchata Mexican Rice Drink Here's what you need:

1 cup Long Grain White Rice 2 Cinnamon Sticks 1 &amp; 1/2 cups Sugar (or more to taste) 1 dash Nutmeg 2 quart Pitcher Water Ice

Put rice and cinnamon sticks in blender and fill blender with enough water to cover ingredients. purificadoras de agua