Whether sugar or fat should be included in a heart-healthy diet depends on which fats and sugars you choose. Here’s what you need to know about both.
Tag: added sugar
Moms-to-Be: Too Much Sugar During Pregnancy Can Hurt Your Child’s Brain Function
A new study shows a high-sugar diet during pregnancy can negatively affect a child’s brain function. Pediatric dietitian Jennifer Hyland, RD, explains the findings.
Toddlers Are Getting Too Much Added Sugar from Yogurt, Granola Bars & Peanut Butter
Think your toddler isn’t getting much added sugar? You could be wrong. Dietitian Jennifer Hyland, RD, explains the results of a new study ― and exactly where that sugar’s lurking.
New Guidelines Limit Kids to 6 Teaspoons of Added Sugar a Day
The AHA says it is issuing the guidelines because studies have consistently found a link between added sugars and conditions that lead to cardiovascular disease.
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How to Keep Those Fundraiser Goodies From Wrecking Your Healthy Habits
For many of us parents, it’s fundraising time – that time of year when our youngsters are hawking everything from cookies to caramel corn to benefit their school, team or club. Here’s how to handle all the tempting foods that may be coming into your house.
Sugar or Fat: What’s Worse for Your Waistline?
You’re heard that eating fat will make you fat. Let’s explore the facts about dietary fat and sugar to learn what’s really making us gain weight.
Avoid the Hidden Dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup
Think high fructose corn syrup is no big deal? Think again. Eating too much can lead to insulin resistance, obesity and more.
Why Sugar Can Wreck Your Sex Drive
Find out why sugar can wreck your sex drive and how you can break your sugar addiction.
Added Sugar = Added Risk for Your Heart
Sugar isn’t just bad for your waistline. It’s also bad for your heart. A diet with more than 15% added sugars can increase your risk of death from cardiovascular disease.
The High Cost of “Free” Foods
Think fat-free and sugar-free foods are really “free”? Our dietitians explain.
