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New Technology Aims To Take The Sugar Out Of Gelato — Not The Flavor

Sugar is considered critical for achieving a smooth and silky consistency in gelato. But new technology is aiming to achieve the same results with less (or no) sugar. Irina Marwan/Getty Images hide caption

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New Technology Aims To Take The Sugar Out Of Gelato — Not The Flavor

The Italian treat requires a certain formula to make it just right, and that means sugar. But as more people try to eat healthy, gelaterias must keep pace. A new machine is a step in that direction.

To Save Water, Should You Wash Your Hands Of Hand Washing Dishes?

Dishwashers have come a long way since this 1921 model, which was designed mainly to help minimize the drudgery of housework. But today's sleek models are also designed with water conservation in mind. Bettmann/Bettmann Archive/Getty Images hide caption

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To Save Water, Should You Wash Your Hands Of Hand Washing Dishes?

The sustainable choice between the dishwasher and a manual scrub-down may just boil down to your washing style — but it's hard to beat today's efficient machines.

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