It’s been about 15 years since health professionals first began to discover the connection between added sugar and our country’s growing problem with obesity. In this time, manufacturers and corporations alike have begun to focus their efforts on…
In a recent article, I discussed the European Union’s deregulation of the sugar market at the end of last year, when it abolished decades-old price floors, tariffs, and quotas. The move allowed larger sugar producers in Europe to…
As the popularity of low-carb, high-fat living continues to gain traction, more keto-friendly products are appearing on store shelves. With all the hype around keto living, are these up and coming products just attached to the growing trend?…
According to a recent poll, a significant trend in American diets is a decrease in sugar consumption. Letterhead Food Research asked 1,061 Americans about their dietary habits, including whether they agreed with statements such as “I am cooking…
Acid reflux can turn your favorite foods into your worst enemies. A recent study, however, found that a decrease in carbohydrates corresponded with a decrease in symptoms of acid reflux in test subjects. What is acid reflux? If you’ve…
There are some undeniable differences between the generations. Older generations may prefer the feeling of flipping pages of a book, while younger consumers love the storage space of their Kindle or other e-readers. Millennials largely consider natural produce…
You probably already know that being overweight is detrimental to your health and that high cholesterol numbers can hurt your heart. But did you know that high levels of blood triglycerides can also damage your body? Just like…
In a low-carb dieter’s quest for sweet treats, you’re bound to come across the debate regarding the acceptance of coconut sugar as part of a keto lifestyle. While many claim it’s a sound alternative to artificial sweeteners, others…
Britain’s comprehensive and controversial new tax on sugary drinks took effect this month, scorned by the beverage industry and lauded by health experts as the most progressive tax of its kind. While certainly not the first effort by…