Nutrition Information

The Dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup


High Fructose Corn SyrupBefore we get to high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), we will take a look at two other frequently used sweeteners, dextrose and maltodextrin.DextroseDextrose is more or less an industry term for glucose.

Childhood Epidemic Rises 6,000% What Can Be Learned About Autism?


The latest tallies show that over three million people in North America alone carry some type of autism diagnosis. With this increase the biggest question people are asking is why.

Aspartame -More Dangerous Than High Fructose Corn Syrup


It's really hard to believe that something could be worse than the intense sugar loads from high fructose corn syrup and sucrose. But, Aspartame ( Equal, Nutrasweet, Equal Measure, Spoonful, Canderal) is even more dangerous to your health.

Must Have List Of Foods That Lower Cholesterol


Cholesterol is present in our bodies by one of two ways; our liver produces cholesterol and we eat foods containing cholesterol. High amounts of cholesterol, especially LDL cholesterol that is bad for us, can lead to many health complications and significantly increase your risk of heart diseases.

The New Food Pyramid: Another Attempt At Providing Easy Answers


The Food Pyramid, first introduced to the US in 1992, just experienced a major overhaul. Why? Perhaps proper education about nutrition isn't as easy as picking out food from a colorful chart.

The Face of the Waters


The story of creation begins with water. Water is an essential nutrient in our diet, but many people fail to address this important component of health.

The Skinny on Salt


Salt was used long before recorded history began. One of the earliest known writings, the Chinese Png-tzao-kan-mu, mentioned more than 40 types of salt.

The Sugar-Coated Truth


It is believed that cane sugar was discovered before the birth of Christ. As early as 500 B.

The Worshipful Company of Bakers


Bread is one of the oldest known recipes to man. It has been around for several millennia .

Being Proactive With Your Health Decisions


In today's world, there's a definite need to be proactive in protecting our health. But that assumes there's something you CAN do to protect it.

Monitoring BMI In Children Today Could Lead To Better Health


In a new study published by the American Heart Association, it is suggested that infants who gain weight rapidly during their first week may be more likely to have weight problems later in life. This study has led to a recommendation to monitor Body Mass Index (BMI) readings in children in an effort to fight obesity through heightened awareness.

Free List of Fat Burning Foods


This free list of fat burning foods will help you make the right choices to burn off more fat than you ingest by eating them. The fat burning secret to losing weight is to eat and drink until you are full and satisfied, choosing foods that burn more calories than you consume.

The Dangers of Honey


Before we get to honey we have a question from one of our readers.Pam asks:What is your opinion of Splenda?Answer:Splenda is made by chlorinating sugar (sucrose).

Focus On Fiber: How Much Is Enough?


Looking for an easy and natural way increase your vitality and improve your overall well-being? Try eating more fiber! The average American only gets about half the amount of fiber they need everyday for their body to function optimally. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), fiber helps lower cholesterol and is important for the health of our digestive system.

The Joys of Being Healthy


It is amazing to be able to say I am a whole, happy, healthy, loving woman. I was sick for the first 40 years of my life.

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