Interesting Facts About Stevia
January 19, 2011 by Kathleen
Filed under Stevia, Sugar, Sweeteners, Weight Loss
Pure stevia leaf is a fantastic food source that can be used for sweetening beverages, as well as for baking and cooking. It is: rich in over 100 naturally occurring phytochemicals rich in terpenes rich in flavonoids Recommended uses: as a natural sweetener for diabetics diets (diabetics can safely use this product) for those with [...]
The Link Between Obesity and Pregnancy Complications
August 23, 2010 by Kathleen
Filed under Diabetes and Belly Fat, Obesity and Pregnancy
Photo: Brand X Pictures/Thinkstock (I found this really good article on the Oprah site today. Read the article for some very important information about obesity and pregnancy). “I’m thinking about having a baby, but I’m concerned that I’m too heavy. Should I be worried?” The Mommy Docs’ answer to this question is an unfortunate, yet [...]
Using Stevia for Sweetening Everything
August 2, 2010 by Kathleen
Filed under Good Foods, Stevia, Sugar, Sweeteners
Since deciding to get off of artificial sweeteners and refusing to consume anything with High Fructose Corn Syrup, I have discovered Stevia. Personally, I love the taste, although I don’t get the same response from everyone. It seems to be an acquired taste for some… What is Stevia? Well Stevia is a herb. It’s really [...]
High-fructose corn syrup: What are the concerns?
July 29, 2010 by Kathleen
Filed under High Fructose Corn Syrup
High-fructose corn syrup seems to be a common ingredient in many foods. What are the concerns about high-fructose corn syrup? Answer from Katherine Zeratsky, R.D., L.D. High-fructose corn syrup is a common sweetener and preservative. High-fructose corn syrup is made by changing the sugar (glucose) in cornstarch to fructose — another form of sugar. The [...]
