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It’s clear that sugar in processed foods isn’t beneficial for your health but what about the natural sugar in fruit? This article looks closely at that question and what science says about this issue.
Have you ever eaten a piece of fruit only to feel hungry after an hour? Is fruit really less satisfying than other types of food and does it not satiate as well? Find out what research shows about eating fruit, its impact on appetite, and how to make it more satiating and satisfying.
We think of fruit as being a healthy food – and it is. Fruit of all shapes and colors is filled with vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. But, some people believe that it causes weight gain. Is there truth to this idea?
Low-carb dieters often avoid fruit due to its sugar content. Should you be concerned about the sugar in fruit if you’re trying to stay metabolically healthy? Here’s why you shouldn’t be afraid of eating a whole piece of fruit.
Natural sweeteners are better for you than sugar? Right? In some, but not all, cases. Read on and discover the pros and cons of some of the most popular natural sweeteners on the market.
Natural sweeteners are all the rage, but are all of them as healthy as they’re claimed to be? Not necessarily. Here are five popular, natural sweeteners that may not be as “sweet” as you think.
Fructose and high-fructose corn syrup has been in the limelight recently, and not all experts agree on whether high-fructose corn syrup is worse for you than table sugar. Now a study sheds new light on the issue by looking at what happens in your brain when you drink a fructose-sweetened beverage. Find out more.
Most weight loss programs require prepackaged foods containing ingredients that stimulate appetite, intensify cravings, and lead to weight gain.
Annual HFCS consumption increased from ZERO in 1966 to a whopping 62.6 pounds per person in 2001. Consequently, HFCS is now one of the #1 sources of calories for all Americans!
