Fast food is everywhere… literally! It’s widely available, convenient, and inexpensive. However, these foods are highly processed, and often contain far too many calories, fat, and sodium. These foods also tend to have little to no nutritional value, vitamins, minerals, or fiber. Fast foods often contain large amounts of added sugar and are high in saturated fats and trans … [Read more...] about Fast Food And Diabetes, An Undeniable Connection
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Research Finds Connection Between Diabetes & Eating Disorders
Over 29 million people in the U.S. have now been diagnosed with diabetes. 10 million men and 20 million women across the country are struggling with an eating disorder. Research is now revealing a connection between the two. They key is in the shared desired outcomes: weight management and food control. Studies even suggest that eating disorders are more common among women … [Read more...] about Research Finds Connection Between Diabetes & Eating Disorders
Eat Your Way To Happiness With These 10 Foods
Did you know that the foods you eat affect how you feel? That’s right - your food choices can not only make you healthier, they can also make you happier! Put some bliss in your belly with these 10 deliciously delightful foods. Avocados – Because avocados contain choline, when you eat them, your body’s levels of serotonin are increased. Serotonin impacts the entire body, … [Read more...] about Eat Your Way To Happiness With These 10 Foods
Fed Up With The Fad? What It Really Means To Be Gluten-Free
Have you seen the letters GF on food products and restaurant menus? You may know that the letters GF stand for Gluten-Free. However, the true meaning behind those letters can be elusive. Is it just another snooty diet that makes a waiter’s life more difficult? No. There will always be individuals who are just looking to jump on the next fad bandwagon, but for some people, … [Read more...] about Fed Up With The Fad? What It Really Means To Be Gluten-Free
How Soy Products Affect Health and Blood Sugar
You've seen them in the supermarket - soy milk, soy cheese, soybeans, the entire spectrum of soy products. Advertised as "healthier proteins", these products have grown in popularity in recent years. However, there has been controversial research regarding the safety of these products and their potential effects on health. So, when it comes to soy, should you avoid it or enjoy … [Read more...] about How Soy Products Affect Health and Blood Sugar