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Posts tagged 'sugar alternatives'

Agave, Stevia and the Glycemic Index

Ah, Agave a sweet and tasty nectar straight from the fields of Mexico. We feature both dark and light fairly traded and organic agave in 12 ounces jars from Essential Living Foods. The Agave plant is a succulent that grows in the arid regions of Southern Mexico, where traditionally the nectar has been fermented to make Tequila. The un-fermented nectar makes a sweet, raw sugar substitute, that is suitable for most diets and widely enjoyed by those who use it.
5 years ago

Healthy Balanced Dieting Tips

Summer is around the corner and the temperatures have been heating up across the country, so now is a great time to tell you about metabolic stimulators and how they can be used to safely help you achieve the weight that is perfect for you. Personally I am not into diet pills, fads, silver bullets and promises because they don't work in giving you the long range benefits you truly desire. So I will not waste my time and if you are looking for a quick fix don't continue reading. But, if you are truly interested in health read on because what I have to share with you will be educational, informative and entertaining.
5 years ago

Is Sugar Toxic?

Is sugar toxic? Well, that is for you to decide and based upon the recent news and what we already know, too much of the white stuff is not good for you. The nutritional value of sugar is paltry and considering the calories it adds and mineral and hormones used by the body to process sugar, you end up with a negative equation. Basically, it takes more for the body to process sugar than it adds to the body.
5 years ago