There are so many options to choose from when it comes to water, including sparkling water vs. tap water. But which is the most nutritious? A dietitian breaks down the many water options available today.
Tag: artificial sweeteners
Is Sucralose (Splenda) Bad for You?
Artificial sweeteners seem like a perfect way to satisfy a sweet tooth without the calories. But is sucralose (Splenda®) really a healthy swap for sugar?
The 5 Best (and Worst) Sweeteners You Can Eat
How do you like to get your sweet on — with a little honey in your tea? Or do you crave rich desserts? We’ve polled our dietitians to learn which sweeteners are best, worst and why.
Are Artificial Sweeteners OK for Kids?
Artificial sweeteners give foods a sweet taste with no sugar and little to no calories. But are they safe and appropriate for kids to consume? A dietitian weighs in.
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Can Too Many Soft Drinks Shorten Your Life?
Drinking soda doesn’t just cause negative effects on your waist line. According to a new study, it can even cause early death.
Just How Bad is Diet Soda for You?
You kicked your regular soda habit, and now you’re sitting on cloud nine. But if that cloud is made of diet soda — a replacement for the real thing — you may have just created new problems.
Diet Soda and Juice Tied to Increased Stroke Risk
A recent study has dubbed diet soda and sugary juices the culprit of increased stroke risk., particularly in women.
What’s Worse for You: Sugar or Artificial Sweetener?
Artificial sweeteners have no calories, but are they better than sugar? Get The Short Answer from functional medicine specialist Mark Hyman, MD.
Why a Sweet Tooth Spells Trouble for Your Heart
For decades, saturated fat and cholesterol took the blame in our diets for heart disease. But reports that the sugar industry funded much of that research has put sugar in the spotlight. Discover the connection between sugar and heart disease.
Are Artificial Sweeteners Safe for People With Diabetes?
As diabetes educators, we are frequently asked if sugar substitutes are safe and which ones are best.
