March 31st, 2025
Learn how artificial sweeteners affect gut bacteria health. Explore their potential risks and benefits, their impact on digestion and better alternatives for a balanced microbiome.
March 13th, 2017
Found in everything from candies and gum to ice cream, cookies and soda, sugar alcohols are a popular type of low-calorie sweetener. Get the scoop on where they’re found and how they might affect your health.
January 19th, 2017
The average American consumes 152 pounds of sugar a year. That breaks down to roughly 22 teaspoons a day! If you’ve resolved to cut back consumption this year, consider a mini pantry makeover to set yourself up for success.
December 4th, 2016
How can I sweeten my green tea? What do I put in my coffee if I’m not adding milk or one of the popular low-calorie sugar substitutes? Perhaps questions similar to these have crossed your mind as you started followingRead More…
December 3rd, 2016
It’s tedious to read the labels on almost everything you buy, but unless you really shop only the periphery of the supermarket, it’s a habit with a big payback. Don’t put any stock in the word “natural.” Just head straightRead More…
December 3rd, 2016
Q: What is stevia? A: Stevia, or Stevia rebaudiana specifically, is an herb in the sunflower family. Stevia extracts are known to be incredibly sweet, having up to 300 times the sweetness of sugar. So, it’s no surprise that it’sRead More…
December 3rd, 2016
Life is sweet in California. We’ve got our blue skies and ocean, purple flowers on the mountains and (since we’re always up on healthy food trends) sweeteners labeled “Natural” in our stores that range in color from yellow to orange. ButRead More…