Fizzing Good Health: Let’s Journey into the World of Prebiotic Sodas
Can trendy prebiotic sodas give your gut a boost? They’re now lining store shelves, but should you waste your money on them? Here’s what science says.
December 24, 2023
Tag: sweeteners
Is Stevia a Safe Sugar Substitute for Those with Diabetes?
Discover the truth about Stevia as a sugar substitute for those with diabetes. This page investigates the safety and efficacy of Stevia and provides insights into how it affects blood sugar levels. Learn whether this natural sugar alternative is a good choice if you have diabetes and prediabetes.
April 2, 2023
Can Artificial Sweeteners Cause Digestive Problems?
Artificial sweeteners are a popular alternative to sugar, especially for people with diabetes and those who are trying to lose weight. But can they cause digestive issues such as bloating? Here’s what we know about artificial sweeteners and digestive problems.
January 21, 2020
5 Easy Dietary Changes that Will Help You Break Through a Fat Loss Plateau
Have you reached a fat loss plateau? Sometimes your body adapts to your diet and exercise program. Other times you need to fine tune your diet a bit more to restart the weight loss process. Often even minor changes to how you eat can have an impact. Here are five ways to break through a fat loss plateau by changing how you eat.
August 18, 2019
Do Food Additives Destroy Healthy Gut Bacteria?
As you know, most processed foods contain a variety of additives, including preservatives, emulsifiers, and sweeteners. Now research shows some of these additives may destroy healthy gut bacteria that live in your intestinal tract and this may jeopardize your health. Find out how.
November 22, 2015
5 Not So Healthy Natural Sweeteners
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.
March 22, 2015
Are Artificial Sweeteners Safe or Not?
Artificial sweeteners have been around for a while and they’re still mired in controversy. This article discusses artificial sweeteners and whether they’re a safe alternative to sugar. It also discusses natural sweeteners like Stevia and why cutting back on all sweeteners may be the best option.
June 22, 2014
Gluten Sensitivity: Are You Sensitive to Gluten or FODMAPs?
Have you gone gluten-free because you think you’re gluten sensitive? It may not be the gluten after all. You may actually be sensitive to other compounds in gluten-containing foods called FODMAPs. Find out what FODMAPs are and how they cause problems.
February 9, 2014
Is High-Fructose Corn Syrup Worse Than Sugar?
High-fructose corn syrup has been demonized recently for contributing to a variety of health problems including obesity – but is it really any worse than sugar? Find out more about the controversy surrounding high fructose corn syrup and why it’s important to reduce all sugars.
November 18, 2012