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.
How Healthy Is Your Favorite Sparkling or Mineral Water?
Mineral water, sparkling water, tonic water, club soda, flavored water. How do they stack up against tap water? And which is the most nutritious choice?
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5 Best and Worst Sweeteners: Your Dietitians’ Picks
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, which are worst, and why.
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.
How You Can Break Your Sugar Addiction in 10 Days (Video)
What makes you feel sick and overweight? We often blame dietary fat for these problems, but the real culprit is sugar, says Mark Hyman, MD. It’s hard to believe that 70 percent of Americans overall and 40 percent of children overweight.
3 Reasons You Should Kick Your Diet Soda Habit
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.
How to Choose the Best Energy-Boosting Bars and Gels
Contributor: Kylene Guerra, RD Do you stand in the aisle of energy bars and sports gels wondering what to choose? When it comes to offering you the best health benefits and fuel for your sports performance, not all energy bars and sports gels are equal. Below, find tips to choosing the best ones for you. … Read More
Make Your Coffee Healthier: Best Sweeteners, Milks, Spices
Ah, drinking coffee. Truly one of life’s simple pleasures. But I have some big questions to ask you: Do you add cream or sweetener or do you take it black?
