Whats a Sugarholic to Do? Ideally, I recommend that you avoid as much sugar as possible. This is especially important if you are overweight or have diabetes, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure. I also realize we dont live in a perfect world, and following rigid dietary guidelines is not always practical or even possible. If you want to use a sweetener occasionally, this is what I recommend: 1.Use the herb stevia. 2.Use organic cane sugar in moderation. 3.Use organic raw honey in moderation. 4.Avoid ALL artificial sweeteners, which can damage your health even more quickly than fructose. 5.Avoid agave syrup since it is a highly processed sap that is almost all fructose. Your blood sugar will spike just as it would if you were consuming regular sugar or HFCS. Agaves meteoric rise in popularity is due to a great marketing campaign, but any health benefits present in the original agave plant are processed out. 6.Avoid so-called energy drinks and sports drinks because they are loaded with sugar, sodium, and chemical additives. Rehydrating with pure, fresh water is a better choice. If you or your child is involved in athletics, I recommend you read my article Energy Rules for some great tips on how to optimize your childs energy levels and physical performance through good nutrition.
Posted on: Tue, 24 Jun 2014 04:36:39 +0000
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