In an attempt to explain the obesity epidemic in the world, fingers have recently been pointing to fructose – the sweetener found naturally in fruit and honey and as a component of high-fructose corn syrup used in sweetened foods and beverages. Some research has suggested that fructose may stimulate a hormonal response in the body that promotes weight gain, while…
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If Sugar Is Bad For You Are Sugar Substitutes Better Instead
Everyone knows that sugar is not a good part of a healthy diet and so many people are turning to sugar substitutes in order to get their sweet tooth fulfilled, but, are these substitutes in reality better than sugar or are there more things hidden under the surface of these “healthier” alternatives than meets the eye? Let’s take a closer…