glycemic index
Learn about the fascinating science behind food pairings and how they can affect nutrient absorption. Discover which combinations of foods can maximize the benefits of your meals, while still making them delicious.
Are you looking for a natural sweetener alternative that won’t raise your blood sugar? You might wonder whether honey, coconut sugar, or other natural options are a good choice. Not necessarily, but there are healthy options that won’t raise your blood sugar and may have other health benefits too.
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.
Good carbs vs. bad carbs – do you know the difference? Many people are confused about carbohydrates – for good reason. Carbohydrates have been blamed for the obesity epidemic but they’re still an important part of a healthy diet. The key is to know a good carb from a bad one. Here’s what you need to know to make smarter carb selections.
Although Stevia has been used as a sweetener for centuries in various parts of the world, rebaudioside A, an extract from the Stevia plant, wasn’t approved for use as a food additive in the United States until 2008. Since that time, a number of products containing the extract have appeared on the market, and the use of stevia as a substitute for white sugar (sucrose) or artificial sweeteners has increased dramatically. Not all stevia sugar substitutes, however, are the same.
Trying to eat healthier carbs? You don’t have to give up your favorite comfort foods. Here are some healthy, low-carb alternatives to higher glycemic foods like rice, potatoes and pasta. Not only are they lower in carbs, they have fewer calories as well.
Carbohydrates are an important source of energy, especially if you work out at a high intensity. Restricting carbs too much can make you feel tired and affect your ability to exercise intensely. That’s why it’s important to choose healthy carb sources. Need some guidance? Here are three characteristics of healthy carbohydrates and how to recognize them.
Low-glycemic diets like the South Beach diet have been popular for a while now, but how important is it to follow a low-glycemic diet? Find out more the shortcomings of depending on glycemic index for making food choices, why glycemic load is a better measure and why knowing either value isn’t as important as you think.
There’s lots of misinformation about carbs. They’re a part of a healthy diet if you make the right choices. Here are four carb-cutting tips that’ll make your diet more carb healthy.
Take the time to give kids a protein-rich breakfast in the morning. Eggs and Canadian bacon are two good high protein options that are lower in calories.
