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Research suggests genes can affect how strongly you taste sweetness and how rewarding sweet foods feel, shaping preferences and eating patterns.
Published Sep 2, 2026, 3:29 PM EDT | LehighValleyLive
Anyone with a “sweet tooth” knows it is a very real thing. We have a hard time turning away from any kind of treat or dessert, no matter how full we are.
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This weekly roundup lists Lehigh County properties that sold for $500,000 or less during Aug. 24–30. It highlights the top five homes in each area, chosen for their...
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Nick Saban appears in a new commercial endorsing the Protect College Sports Act. He has long been a supporter of the legislation and says, "College sports are built...
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