Tag Archives: Sugar

Why I Ditched all Sources of Sugar

— Editor’s note: This content is provided for informational purposes only. It is not meant to diagnose or treat any condition. If you are concerned about your nutrition or any other aspect of your health, see a licensed health care provider in person. — It seems like everyone’s got a different opinion on sugar. Some… Read More »

Type 2 diabetes: Can you take supplements to lower blood sugar and control symptoms?

Diabetes is a condition in which the level of sugar in the blood is too high. Having high blood sugar can be dangerous as it can lead to complications with the heart, eyes, nerves, kidneys and feet. In order to prevent complications from occurring, it’s important for people with diabetes to take measures to control… Read More »

From stevia-sweetened gummy bears to porous chocolate, how candy companies are responding to the war on sugar

The movement to kick sugar out of diets has been steadily growing since 2014 when the World Health Organization recommended limiting sugar intake to 10 per cent of an adult’s daily calories, and just 5 per cent to yield “additional benefits.” A growing body of scientific studies have linked sugar to diabetes, liver disease, obesity… Read More »