Nutrition / 72 posts found

The Real Deal About Artificial Flavors

by Angie
  Let me ask you this: Have you looked at the ingredients on a food label lately? How about a “processed” food label; like famous brands of cookies, cereals, or junky snack foods? Do you have those ingredients in your house? Do you even know what all of those ingredients are? There are a ton of artificial, chemical, “junky” ingredients in foods these days. If you see an ingredient called “artificial flavor,” what exactly is it? For the most part, it’s a secret! Seriously! Big food companies don’t want their proprietary flavors to be known, so they’re allowed to say […]

What is the Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load?

by Angie
Glycemic this and glycemic that. Does it matter? You’ll notice that they both begin with “glycemic.” That’s one tip that they have to do with sugars and carbs. Not only how much sugar is in foods, but more importantly, how it affects your blood sugar levels. In general, diets that are high on the glycemic index (GI) and high in glycemic load (GL), tend to increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease. FUN FACT: Starches like those in potatoes and grains are digested into sugar; this is because starch is just a bunch of sugars linked together. Digestive enzymes […]

What is the Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load?

by Angie
    Glycemic this and glycemic that. Does it matter? You’ll notice that they both begin with “glycemic.” That’s one tip that they have to do with sugars and carbs. Not only how much sugar is in foods, but more importantly, how it affects your blood sugar levels. In general, diets that are high on the glycemic index (GI) and high in glycemic load (GL), tend to increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease. FUN FACT: Starches like those in potatoes and grains are digested into sugar; this is because starch is just a bunch of sugars linked together. […]

The Truth Behind Artificial Sweeteners

by Angie
  You probably know the negative health effects of eating too much sugar, especially “added sugars” like in soda pop, candy, baked goods, and many commercially-available cereals, just to name a few. Added sugar is hiding just about everywhere in the grocery store. Yes, ingesting refined sugar spikes your blood sugar and insulin, and increases your risk for a whole host of issues. A while ago, one of the food industry’s responses to the demand for lower-calorie foods that still taste great, was artificial sweeteners. The idea behind them is that you can still get the sweetness, without the calories; […]

Natural Methods that Fight Infections

by Angie
    Because a lot of people are currently sick, I have gathered a few very useful, proven methods and recipes for natural medicines that will help maintain health, and in the case of the already developed disease, quickly get back to shape.   Fear of viruses creates more anxiety and stress, which in the long run, suppresses immunity. First of all, take care of your inner peace, then boost your immune system! Drink water and fluids Drinking water and other liquids are essential when you have the flu. This is true whether you have respiratory flu or stomach flu.  Water […]

Immune Boosting Recipe eBook

by Angie
  By now, you’ve likely stocked up on a bunch of non-perishable foods and frozen foods that will last you a while. But you may not know how to make delicious recipes with all of the ingredients that you have that support your Immune System! I love to eat freshly made food from scratch, but now that might not be easily accessible. So it is time to see what we have in the pantry and our fridges! I’m sure you can come up with some tasty recipes which also support our immune system! When I went to the store right […]

This Is The Moment Your Health Is Most Important

by Angie
  We live in a world where many people don’t give priority to their health. But a time has come that you are now required to look back and ask yourself whether you’ve been doing things the right way. Have you ever taken time to think about ways of boosting your immunity? Are you aware that a robust immune system can make you less vulnerable to attacks by viruses that now cause anxiety and panic globally? By focusing on your health, you will reduce your chances of contracting viral infections. 1.    Get Enough Rest/Sleep Getting enough rest/sleep is a natural […]

How to Read the New Nutrition Facts Tables

by Angie
  The Nutrition Facts table is on the side of most packaged foods. It’s often found close to the ingredient listing. The purpose of it is to help consumers make better nutrition decisions. When people can see the number of calories, carbs, sodium, etc. in food, they should be able to eat better, right? Whether you like the Nutrition Facts table or not, let’s make sure you get the most out of it, since it’s here to stay! Here’s my four-step crash course on reading the Nutrition Facts table. Step 1: Serving Size The absolute most important part of the […]

Coffee – Who Can Drink it And Who Should Avoid it?

by Angie
  Coffee is one of those things – you either love it or hate it. You know if you like the taste or not (or if it’s just a reason to drink sugar and cream). You know how it makes you feel (i.e. your gut, your mind, etc.). Not to mention the crazy headlines that say coffee is great, and the next day you should avoid it! There is actual science behind why different people react differently to it. It’s a matter of your genetics and how much coffee you’re used to drinking. NOTE: Coffee does not equal caffeine. Coffee […]

Three Ways to Avoid Overeating at Meals

by Angie
  Thanksgiving is approaching and sometimes those holiday feasts are just amazing. And it’s not just the abundance of delicious food but also the people, the decorations, and the ambiance. It is way too easy (and common) to indulge on those days. But it doesn’t always stop there. Sometimes we overeat on regular days. Or at regular meals. Or All. The. Time. Here are three tips to avoid overeating at meals. (Psst, turn these into habits and ditch the willpower!)   Tip #1: Start with some water When your stomach is growling and you smell amazingly delicious food it’s too […]