Temperature’s soaring and you’re fading fast. You’re obviously in need of liquid refreshment but what do you reach for? From water and juices to iced coffee, tea and frozen offerings, the choices are endless. So what’s the cost of your preferred thirst quencher? If it’s full of sugar, accumulating research says it could be take […]
As you head outdoors this weekend, are you heeding the advice to wear sunscreen? If so, here’s a reminder that even though your skin may be exposed to the intense summer sun’s rays, your production of the sunshine vitamin is being blocked. So even if you’re outside basking in the sun, don’t forget your vitamin […]
Enlightened Eater Facebook fan Linda Searle McCarthy writes about how to decipher labels on fish oil supplements. She says, “My husband came home with a different bottle of omega-3s than I usually get and in comparing the labels, I found more questions than answers. Webber Triple Strength Omega-3 says it has 1407 mg with […]
“What is your opinion on the difference between white sugar and things like honey, maple syrup and agave?” asks Enlightened Eater Facebook fan Karen Jorgenson Cooper. Karen, your question is one that many people are wondering about. Somehow granulated sugar is put into a different category as far as its nutritional rating. But the fact […]
“Rosie, what are your thoughts about all these people who are staying away from sugar now… looking for ketchup without sugar, etc… Even thinking that natural sugars are bad. Any thoughts? Besides tuning them out? Or suggesting they keep to the perimeter of the grocery store!”, asks Enlightened Eater Facebook fan Jennifer Burnham. Jennifer, you’re […]
Marinating your meat, poultry and fish, before firing up your grill, can certainly make your fare flavourful. It’s also key to making it more healthful. Marinades containing acids, such as vinegar or lemon juice, along with assorted herbs can decrease the production of harmful compounds such as advanced glycation end products as well as various […]
There’s an unfamiliar culprit lurking on the disease front these days –advanced glycation end products (AGEs). AGEs have been riding under the radar for most people but not so in scientific circles. Researchers have been investigating these substances and the increased risk for a range of diseases in those with diabetes. But more and […]
Want to slow down the ravages of time? Then it may be time to slash your AGEs. No – we’re not talking about fibbing about your date of birth or plastic surgery to look younger but the lessening of the effects of harmful substances known as AGEs or advanced glycation end products. And according to […]
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