…stevia—an herb that has been used as a sweetener in South America for hundreds of years. Myth #5: Diet sodas are a good weight loss aid. Most artificial sweeteners like you get in diet soda feed your sweet tooth, but they make end up causing you to crave even more sugar. Plus, many of these chemicals have…
…. According to US Department of Agriculture statistics, Americans consume an average of 149 pounds of sweeteners a year—not counting the artificial sweeteners that we consume in more than 7,000 products. Excess fat is also a culprit, particularly saturated fats from meat and altered trans fatty acids…
…). When AGEs build up in tissues, they impair cellular function and accelerate aging. Diet sodas are bad news, too. The reason is that the artificial sweeteners in diet sodas feed your sweet tooth, making you crave even more sugar. Plus, many of these chemicals have unwanted side effects. So, what can…
…part of that celebration, I’ve published a list of 20 ways to improve your health. Number 13 on that list is “avoid sugar (sucrose) and artificial sweeteners and use natural alternatives such as stevia and xylitol instead.” I must say, we sure are a sugar-hungry nation. On average, Americans consume…
…other grain-based foods * Eat too many processed foods * Eat a lot of red meat (limit to one serving per week) * Eat desserts * Use sugar or artificial sweeteners to enhance the flavor of food, or consume products that contain these ingredients Exercise also plays a big role in blood sugar control. You’ll…
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