Are you pushing yourself in the gym, only to find your weight remains stubborn and your energy levels remain low? The amount and kind of exercise you're doing may be harmful, rather than helpful to your health, fitness and weight … [Read more...]
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The body is composed of over 60 percent water; no wonder why we need to keep hydrated throughout the day! Eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day is recommended, however you may need more or less depending on your exercise habits, medications taken and … [Read more...]
May 6, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Sugar is wreaking havoc on our health and is being consumed in much larger quantities than ever. In moderation, about five pounds a year, sugar doesn’t cause great disturbance. However, the average American consumes about 175 pounds of sugar per … [Read more...]
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Stevia is a sweet extract from the stevia rebaudiana herb, nearly 300 times sweeter than sugar, used primarily in South America, Japan and slowly becoming more popular in the US. Stevia has been tied to weight loss and lowering uric acid levels, as … [Read more...]
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Do you have mixed emotions about agave nectar? You're not alone- proclaimed as the natural sweetener best for diabetics, agave nectar is not as healthy as its advocates wish you to believe. Agave nectar is made from the starch of the large … [Read more...]
April 30, 2013 By Leave a Comment
High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a danger to our health, yet is found in nearly all processed foods and beverages. Beginning with corn starch, HFCS is a highly processed sweetener containing a high concentration of fructose, which, unlike glucose, … [Read more...]
April 29, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Splenda, the brand name for Sucralose, does begin as a sugar molecule, but then its processing begins. The fact is, Sucralose is a chemical, not sugar, and was originally accidentally discovered. Sucralose is made by adding three chlorine molecules … [Read more...]
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Aspartame also goes by the names Equal, NutraSweet, Spoonful, Equal Measure, AminoSweet, Benevia, NutraTAste, Canderel and is found in many "diet" sodas, teas, juices, "sugar-free" and "low-sugar" products. Aspartame is an ingredient in nearly 6,000 … [Read more...]
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You are probably well aware that Americans consume entirely too much sugar. Maybe you're concerned with your own sugar intake. Maybe you're taking steps towards limiting your sugar intake, or choosing to use artificial sweeteners to cut back … [Read more...]
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Did you find yourself wanting to know more about marine phytoplankton from the last post? Are you eager to learn more about this amazing superfood? As mentioned in part one, marine phytoplankton are single-celled "micro-algae" at the complete bottom … [Read more...]