Follow-up: What health trend do you view as silly or even dangerous?

Asked at Gold Leaf Spice and Teas in Salinas

TOM DOVAS | Citizen of the Universe | Santa Cruz

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A: Drink tea and meditate.

Speed in a Can: Energy drinks have unintended consequences. It’s a marketing ploy when they say that they are nutritious. They are just geared toward being wired.

IAN THOMAS | Sales Rep | Spreckels

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A: I go to the gym, and I eat a lot of honey.

Cardio Overload: CrossFit seems like a dangerous trend. It’s basically burning out your entire body.

TERRI MADRID | Shop Owner | Gonzales

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A: I drink a lot of turmeric tea. It’s popular for its healing properties, dating all the way back to ancient India.

On Even Keel: An unbalanced diet is unhealthy. Making sure you get all the right food groups in proper proportions, and not eating unless you’re hungry, are important.

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