As traditional sugar gets more and more bad press from health researchers, people are turning to artificial sweeteners. In the U.S., 40% of adults and 25% of children report consuming artificial sweeteners on a daily basis. Many use these sweeteners as a way to cut calories. Through endless advertising, the multi-billion dollar weight loss industry has sold the goal of the … [Read more...] about New Research Proves: Artificial Sweeteners Increase Diabetes Risk
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Enjoy Pasta Dishes Without The Blood Sugar Spike – Try Zoodles!
Almost nothing beats a big bowl of spaghetti, am I right? Warm noodles in a tasty sauce… it hits you right in the comfort-food zone. After being diagnosed with high blood sugar, you may think you have to say goodbye to pasta forever. After all, a single one cup serving of traditional pasta contains upwards of 43 grams of carbs! (And most of us are dishing up far more than one … [Read more...] about Enjoy Pasta Dishes Without The Blood Sugar Spike – Try Zoodles!
Feeling Down? These Foods & Recipes Can Boost Your Mood!
Does eating make you happy? For most of us, the answer is a resounding “Yes!” Most of the time, the level of happiness we derive from our meal depends on what we are eating. Believe it or not, there are foods out there that not only fuel the body, but have the ability to boost mood, as well! Do you consider vegetables to be “happy foods?” Admit it, you’d probably rather have … [Read more...] about Feeling Down? These Foods & Recipes Can Boost Your Mood!
Net Carbs – How Are They Affecting Your Blood Sugar?
Let’s talk about carbs, baby! We know that not all carbs are created equal. We’ve got simple/refined carbs, we’ve got complex carbs, and … we have net carbs. You may have heard them called “digestible carbs.” This refers to a portion of the carbs you consume that is actually absorbed by your body. Simple carbs contain a single sugar unit, or at most two sugar units, and are … [Read more...] about Net Carbs – How Are They Affecting Your Blood Sugar?
Could Taking A Nap Help You Conquer Sugar Cravings?
The National Sleep Foundation recommends adults get 7-9 hours of sleep every night. So, what happens when we don’t get enough sleep? New research has shown that getting less than 7 hours of sleep per night can put you at higher risk for Type II diabetes, diabetes complications, and other metabolic diseases like obesity. The body’s reaction to lack of sleep can mimic insulin … [Read more...] about Could Taking A Nap Help You Conquer Sugar Cravings?