Fructose
What is Fructose Intolerance?
Fructose intolerance is a new disorder being diagnosed these days. It is a condition in which the body cannot properly digest fructose. Because it is present in many foods, it [...]
Undercover Sugar: 5 Sneaky Names Sugar Hides Behind
You probably already know that Americans eat too much sugar. The American Heart Association recommends that women consume less than 24 grams of added sugar per day and men less [...]
Macronutrients, Part I: Carbohydrates
What Are Carbohydrates: What You Need to Know Macronutrients are nutrients that are required in large amounts for the body to function daily. This...
Coconut Sugar: What Is It, and Is It Good for You?
One of the newest sweeteners to show up in grocery stores is coconut sugar. It is a minimally processed natural sugar made from dried coconut palm...
High Fructose Corn Syrup vs. Sugar: What’s The Difference?
Table sugar is relatively easy to understand. Also known as sucrose, It's sweet and granular, and can come from sugarcane or sugar beets. High fructose...
New WHO Sugar Guidelines Say a Can of Soda Per Day Is Too Much
In a not-so-sweet move, the World Health Organization (WHO) recently recommended that adults should cut their daily intake of added sugars from 10 percent of total calories to 5 percent. For [...]
The Best Healthy Sweeteners
The Best Healthy Sweeteners Let's be honest...somethings in life are just meant to be enjoyed sweet: coffee, tea, baked goods, plain Greek yogurt,...
Think Before You Gulp: Sports Drinks
Whether you exercise for one hour three times a week or run in marathons, your body needs to replenish fluids and sugars. Sports drinks provide carbohydrates and electrolytes that help [...]
5 Ingredients You Never Want to See in Your Food
Here's a secret. A healthy diet isn't complex. It doesn't require punishing yourself with monthly cleanses or self-deprivation. Simply live by the rule "if you can't read it, don't eat [...]
3 Common Misunderstandings About Clean Eating
Clean eating can help athletes perform better. But it's not as easy as it sounds. Inexperience can often lead to mistakes, especially when foods claim to be healthy but in [...]
