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Intro-Have you tried some of the products made by Kodiak Cakes?  We did, and were impressed.   In The News-Did you know that drinking too much flavored water can do serious damage to your teeth?  We discuss the pH of flavored drinks and how both carbonation and added flavor can lower the pH level.  Next, we get technical with why a pepper makes you sweat and spearmint gum causes you to feel chilly and refreshing.  It’s quite fascinating.   Main-All About Eggs.  We delve into ALL the details of the egg-the shell, albumen (egg white), the yolk and even the chalazae (what?).  Then we discuss nutritional composition, various egg sizes and egg color.  Did you know that the chicken’s ear lobes can give a clue to the color of egg?  We review some studies and dietary guidelines for egg intake.  Finally, with all the different types of eggs to purchase-white, brown, free range, cage free, organic, vegetarian, omega 3, pasteurized and fertilized, it can be confusing.   Listener question-What are the best, healthiest sources of protein? Trivia-What mineral is often found in a women’s daily vitamin, but omitted in men's and why?