Sugar, unlike sodium, is a well known health hazard that we’re all on the lookout for. The problem is that we simply like it too much. On top of our tongue’s desire for sweet treats, our bodies have an innate need for sweets so it’s biological just as much as it is choice.
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Sneaky Sugar
It can seem like nutrition experts are constantly disagreeing with each other—or coming out with new information that contradicts what they’ve said previously. But several top names in the food industry came together to make one thing clear: They all agree we should be eating a whole lot less sugar.
Diet of Champions
In order for athletes to perform at the top of their game, they must train appropriately. With that, they must also consume a large amount of food which will help fuel their rigorous training regimes.
Sweet Tooth
Sugar – sucrose – is a carbohydrate that is present naturally in fruits and vegetables. All plants use a natural process called photosynthesis to turn sunlight into the nourishment they need for growth. Of all known plants, sugar is most highly concentrated in sugar beets and sugar cane. Sugar is simply separated from the beet …
World of Sugar
People all around the world eat sugar as part of a healthy, nutritious and balanced diet. Many people worry that eating sugar may be bad for their health. Their concern is unnecessary as extensive research has not been able to link the consumption of sugars to any chronic disease except dental caries (tooth decay). And …
The Hour After Coke
What happens to your body an hour after coca-cola? 10 MINUTES 10 teaspoons of SUGAR hit your system. This is 100 percent of your recommended daily intake, and the only reason you don’t VOMIT as a result of the overwhelming sweetness is because phosphoric acid cuts the flavor. 20 MINUTES Your blood sugar spikes, and …
The Life of Sugar
So where exactly does the evil sugar empire originate?
Guide to Sugar in Food
A guide to sugar in some of the most delicious AND DEADLY foods.
Too much sugar
Check out how the usuals weigh up in regards to sugar content. Fuaaar..