Posts Tagged ‘Dr. Joseph Mercola’

The fructose content of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) used in popular soda brands has been underestimated. Studies revealed that sodas including Pepsi, Coke, and Sprite contained 65 percent fructose, and not 55 percent as they previously claimed. According to Grist, “It turns out that the actual amount of fructose in HFCS in particular food [...]

‘Corn syrup’ might replace ‘HFCS’ in product labels If your nutritional bar contains corn sugar, don’t eat it. The Corn Refiners Association (CRA) is petitioning to use the term “corn sugar” to replace “high fructose corn syrup (HFCS),” an ingredient that you should avoid at all costs. “Consumers need to know what is in their [...]

In this age of processed foods and beverages, high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is the king of sweeteners. HFCS is a boon for food manufacturers because it’s sweeter than common sugar, cheap to produce and easy to transport. However, high fructose corn syrup is a bane for your health, as it is one of the [...]

The wait is over. A new natural energy bar that’s guaranteed to tickle your taste buds while supporting your health is finally here. A nutritional bar satisfies the need for a convenient, delicious and filling meal or snack for people who are always on-the-go, those who workout, or whenever someone needs a quick source of [...]

sugar, right? Back in the day, early humans ate mainly fruits if they wanted something sweet. They pick a berry or two and they’re set. Today, sugar cravings are answered by hundreds of different processed foods. It’s awfully difficult to satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising your health because many foods and snacks contain artificial [...]