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Foods That Contribute to Diabetes

December 14, 2015 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: July 3, 2017

One of the fastest-growing causes of death in the world, diabetes is especially prevalent in the United States as about 1 in every 11 people has been diagnosed with the condition. Medical costs for treating the disease are considerable, with… [read]

Agave Nectar, Is It Healthy?

December 25, 2011 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: June 3, 2015

No. It’s not. Agave Nectar is no healthier than refined table sugar. Agave nectar is mostly fructose. This is why agave has a low glycemic index. Many people believe that since the sugar in fruit is fructose that this means… [read]

Healthy Sugar Alternatives & More

June 12, 2007 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: July 23, 2017

Understanding both healthy & not so healthy sugars with their Glycemic Index & Load Is there such a thing as healthy sugar? Our body needs sugar to survive. But what we don’t need is refined sugars. Anyone suffering from an… [read]