We all have a craving for a sweet taste and often satisfy this craving with sugar or fat-filled foods. Even “natural” sugar substitutes, such as honey, maple syrup or molasses, can be unhealthy if over-consumed since they can markedly elevate blood sugar levels. Hence, stevia can be advantageous to practically everyone whose diet contains sweeteners.… Continue reading
Month: February 2010
Honey and it chemistry
Honey belongs to the carbohydrate group of foods (sugars and starches), and is mainly a watery solution of two invert sugars, dextrose (glucose or grape sugar) and levulose (fructose or fruit sugar), in nearly equal proportions. The terms dextrose and levulose originated from the use of the two prefixes, dexter (right) and levis (left), because… Continue reading
Honey or white sugar?
Honey contains about 1600 calories (calories is the amount of heat which is necessary to raise the temperature of one gram of water by one degree Celsius) to the pound and is at the head, in this respect, of all other natural foods, far exceeding meat, eggs, milk, grains and vegetables. The date is the… Continue reading
The Importance of Fiber for a Healthy Diet
Fiber is a very beneficial product and should be included in the meals as much as possible. Fiber is very important for the maintenance of a healthy digestive system. Sources of fiber are plant foods such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains. It has some very significant properties: • Fiber makes you feel fuller faster… Continue reading
Whole Grains Healthy and Full of Energy
Whole grains are very healthy food option because they contain many important phytochemicals and antioxidants. There ingredients protect against coronary heart disease, some cancers, diabetes, etc. Whole grains are also very delicious and satisfying which makes them a very good part of a healthy diet. Researches have shown that people who consume more whole grains… Continue reading
Vegetables and Fruits: Rich Sources of Vitamins, Minerals and Anti-oxidants
Fruits and vegetables are very healthy and necessary food as they are not very caloric but they are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber and various protective plant compounds. They are a main part of a healthy diet because they are great nutrients. Fruits and vegetables should be part of every meal and should be preferred… Continue reading
Some tips to prevent hair loss
The daily loss of hair is something normal and common, and all people experience it. However, there are many people who go through a rapid hair loss and not new hair is growing to replace the lost. Unfortunately these people’s hair becomes thinner and may even cause partial or complete baldness. Here are some useful… Continue reading
Perfect figure and good health – how to achieve it?
The common believe is that losing weight means a weakened organism and hence, many medical problems. It is not true. You can lose weight gradually and still remain healthy. But you should know that if you want to control your weight in certain limits, you have to make some changes in your lifestyle. Here are… Continue reading