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03/06/2020 / By Franz Walker

Scientists unlock the molecules that make STEVIA 200x sweeter than regular sugar

As a natural sweetener and alternative to table sugar, stevia can provide a number of health benefits. However, the plant possesses a certain aftertaste that can be off-putting to some people. Because of this, scientists peered into the molecular machinery behind stevia’s intense sweetness. What makes stevia sweeter than regular sugar? Researchers at the Washington University […]

02/11/2020 / By Tracey Watson

Animal trials find zero-calorie sweeteners during pregnancy wreck gut health and cause liver toxicity

In a bid to have the healthiest pregnancy possible, thereby providing a growing baby with the optimal conditions for good health, many moms-to-be make drastic lifestyle changes, including cutting out caffeine and certain types of cheeses, eating the healthiest possible foods, and exercising regularly. One of the most common changes expecting mothers make is to […]

01/02/2020 / By S.D. Wells

Shocking: 5 food ingredients you may be UNAWARE cause uncontrollable weight gain

Whether or not your New Year’s resolution is to lose weight, one thing is for sure, if you eat all the wrong “food stuff,” it may not matter how often or how hard you work out, because you could be in for a rude awakening. One third of all Americans are considered overweight or “fat,” […]

10/19/2019 / By Grace Olson

Drinking low-calorie sweetened drinks does NOTHING to reduce body weight: Study says effects similar to sugary beverages

People who want to lose weight might want to think twice before drinking so-called “low-calorie” or “zero-calorie” sweetened drinks, especially since it’s not that different from regular sweetened drinks, according to a recent study in Pediatric Obesity. In their paper, researchers from George Washington University (GW) in Washington D.C. revealed that children and teens who drank low-calorie sweetened beverages consumed just […]

10/15/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Want to stay fit and keep the pounds off? Follow these 12 tips to prevent weight gain

People gain weight throughout the year due to various holidays and celebrations where there are many tempting snacks that you can binge-eat. If you want to maintain a healthy weight during your vacation or during work lunch breaks, it’s time to improve your eating habits. Weight gain is common during the winter holidays and summer, […]

10/11/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Not as sweet but still good for you: Study reveals tea drinkers don’t miss sugar after quitting

Tea is a healthy — and comforting — drink, but adding too much sugar can ruin its health benefits. Researchers from University College London and the University of Leeds recommend tea drinkers to skip the sugar next time: It will not affect their enjoyment of the drink and will help lower the risk of chronic diseases like diabetes. Sugar and your […]

10/04/2019 / By Zoey Sky

When it comes to granola bars, it’s best to look at the ingredients (or make your own)

Granola bars are popular and versatile snacks. But while they are commonly believed to be healthy, some store-bought granola bars contain too much added sugar. Are granola bars healthy? Granola bars are handy if you need a quick snack, and they’re great sources of fiber and protein. These snacks can even help you curb your cravings […]

09/12/2019 / By Lance D Johnson

Consuming cancer tastes SO good: High fructose corn syrup is “cancer” food, increases tumor growth

Food and beverage companies have studied the human brain to figure out the best way to addict you to their products. Using flavor science, these companies have found the most efficient way to excite your taste buds and incite pleasure in your brain. This mad science is done in the light of day, en masse, […]

09/12/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Study in diet trends reveals that a poor diet is WORSE for your health than drinking and smoking

Poor eating habits kill more people than drinking or smoking, says an alarming study published in the journal The Lancet. The extensive study on worldwide diet trends identified a link between unhealthy diets and 11 million deaths around the globe in 2017. Over 50 percent of these deaths were associated with consuming a lot of salty foods […]

09/01/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Science says there’s no such thing as a sugar rush – it’s actually a “sugar crash”

Some people mistakenly believe that consuming sugary snacks and beverages can give them a sugar rush, or increased energy and alertness. However, a study published in the journal Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews warns that sugar worsens your mood and makes you feel more tired. The study was conducted by researchers from Humboldt University of Berlin, Lancaster University, and the […]

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