Is sugar-free candy the best choice if you have diabetes? A registered dietitian discusses sugary treats and other options that use sugar substitutes.
5 Reasons Why Juice for Kids Isn’t as Healthy as You Think
New guidelines say no juice for babies. For older kids, juice can be a healthy part of your child’s diet, but too much can cause problems. Find out why.
6 Ways to Fight Your Sweet and Salty Cravings
Constantly tempted by sweets or salty snacks? If cravings keep your weight at a plateau, take heart. It’s possible to let go of cravings — most people just don’t go about it the right way. These tips from our dietitians should help.
3 Reasons You Crave Sweet or Salty Foods
Does chocolate start calling your name around 2 p.m.? Does that bag of potato chips start talking to you an hour after dinner? Discover why you may be craving sweets or salty foods and how to listen better to your body.
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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.
Is Maple Syrup Better for You Than Sugar?
Discover the truth about questions that pique your curiosity in our series, “The Short Answer.” Wellness dietitian Kristin Kirkpatrick, RD, LD, fields this question.
19 Ingredients to Avoid if You’re Living with No Added Sugars
Honey? Nope. Maltose? Nope. If you’re avoiding added sugars, we’ve compiled all of the ingredients that don’t belong in foods on your grocery list.
6 Ways to Manage Your Diabetes Over the Holidays
Overeating, drinking too much and stressing out is easy at the holidays. But it’s hard when you’re trying to manage your diabetes. These tips will help you keep your blood sugar stable during all the festivities.
What Is Sugar Alcohol — Does It Contain Carbs?
Sugar alcohol is increasingly popular in “diabetes-friendly” foods in the grocery store, but what is it — and is it good for you? Here’s what you need to know.
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.
