Let’s face it. Eventually, we all want something sweet. So when you do decide to make dessert at home, what sweetener should you reach for? What should you put in your coffee? We all know that it shouldn’t be anything with high-fructose corn syrup because, so we’re told, that high level [...]
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Next time you crack open an ice-cold Pepsi, think about this. Sugary beverages may increase the risk of Alzheimer’s.
The sugar-fed mice gained about 17% more weight than controls, had higher cholesterol levels, and developed insulin resistance. These mice also had worse learning and memory retention and their brains contained over twice as many amyloid [...]
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Aspartame structure image courtesy of 3D Chem
Several months ago, this study came out reporting that Aspartame is safe. I’m not interested in arguing the merits of whether aspartame, or artificial sweeteners in general (such as Splenda, saccharin and others), are safe. That is, I’m not going to delve into the claims that aspartame, [...]
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Via The Ethicurean:
Amid debate, grocery chain bans high-fructose corn syrup
There are no Wheat Thins at PCC Natural Markets [an eight-store natural foods co-op], no boxes of Kellogg’s Raisin Bran, not even any Sara Lee whole grain bagels or Oroweat cracked-wheat hot dog buns.
What customers will find is almost unheard of: a supermarket free of products [...]
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Check out this article from Science Daily: Garbanzos, Lentils, Dry Peas And Beans Make Crunchy, Healthful Snacks
Garbanzos, lentils, and dry peas and beans can now make crunchy, great-tasting snacks that are also good for you. That’s according to Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and their university colleagues who’ve created the unique, healthful treats that [...]
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