Tag: Sugar

One of the biggest reasons people put on weight is because of their snacking habits. When you’re hungry, you want something quick and convenient...

By combining exfoliation with a boost of moisture, a lip scrub restores your lips’ suppleness while sloughing off dry skin to reveal a soft, healthy pout. All you need is coconut oil or honey (for healing and moisturizing), sugar (for exfoliation), and a drop of your favorite essential oil (such as peppermint, orange, or vanilla) to make these quick, completely natural lip scrubs, all in the comfort of your kitchen!

Whether it's a big party on the cards or a wedding that's coming up, losing a few extra pounds can make a huge difference...

Switchel is a classic energy drink made with apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, ginger and lime, with its benefits discovered right from the times...

The words "maple syrup" are often used to describe a continental breakfast spread. And, most people associate it with simple sugars. However, a recent study indicates that the properties of maple syrup might fight cancer. It tested the effect of three types of maple syrup – golden, amber, and dark brown – on the growth, proliferation, and invasion of cancer cells. The darkest syrup inhibited the activity of cancer cells, perhaps due to its higher antioxidant properties.

Pre-diabetes is the condition where blood sugar levels are consistently outside the normal range but not high enough to qualify as diabetic. It is a stage where the condition can be reversed and blood sugar and insulin sensitivity can be brought back to normal. To do this, one must eat high fiber, low GI foods with lean proteins. One must cut out added sugar, trans fats, and excess alcohol.

By now, you would’ve noticed a common theme of eliminating specific food items. When it comes to nutrition and elimination, you need to know about a couple of food additives that are in the spotlight quite often – salt and sugar. Any food is healthy if consumed in moderation, and this applies to sugar and salt consumption as well. But, which one’s worse for your body? Let’s find out!

As each day goes by, people are becoming more and more conscious of their health because they now know that a sedentary and unhealthy...

Poor bone density can put you at the risk of injuries. Your lifestyle choices can take a toll on your bone health. To take care of your bones, avoid smoking or drinking, exercise regularly, follow a diet rich in calcium, reduce your sugar intake, and get your daily dose of vitamin D. These habits can make your bones stronger and prevent bone loss as you age,

Do you feel chained to sugar and its ill effects? If you eat sugar every day or excessively and want to reduce its intake for...

Avoiding added sugar is a no-brainer, but what about sugar in healthy foods? The fructose in fruits seems off-putting, but it's fine to eat 1 ½ to 2 cups of fruit each day. It has fiber, which will actually regulate blood sugar. Eating dark chocolate twice a week offers health benefits, while using honey in moderation is a natural way to sweeten food. Flavored and non-fat yogurt has added sugar so choose low or full-fat.

Ditching certain habits will reduce your risk for yeast infections. Don’t wear tight jeans or underwear, especially on hot days. Wear loose-fitting clothing, cotton underwear, and moisture-absorbing fabric during exercise, and avoid lingering in wet swimsuits. To protect the vagina’s yeast-controlling bacteria, never douche or wear a tampon for more than 4 hours. Keep your immune system strong with exercise, stress relief, and sleep. Refrain from eating lots of sugar, because it’ll just help yeast thrive.

We often ask our family doctors or nutritionists for dietary advice and what to do to stay fit and healthy. It has been found...

The human body is composed of 206 bones and the skeletal system performs one of the most important functions in the body: it provides...

Men can eat upto 150 calories of added sugar per day while women and kids can have 100 calories per day. As for natural sugars, one can simply stay within their daily recommended intake of natural sugar sources. Natural sweeteners, being added sugars should be consumed in moderation. While sugar addicts should practice complete sugar abstinence, people with obesity should limit their sugar intake to once in two weeks.