Valentine’s Day is coming up, and men are now on the prowl for the perfect gift for the ladies. Chocolate is the typical option, but beware — many commercial chocolate bars and candies are processed and packed with unhealthy ingredients like chemical additives and high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS). Instead of these sugary treats, give your [...]
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 [...]
The pressures of last minute shopping can be truly overwhelming during the holidays. You’ve probably racked your brains trying to come up with the perfect gift for your loved ones! But look no further: Dr. Mercola’s Organic Cocoa Cassava Bar is a great Christmas gift for you to spread the holiday cheer. Organic Cocoa Cassava [...]
‘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 [...]
With the many energy bars available today, how do you find the best one for your kids? Here are some pointers to help you. Know the Energy Bar’s Nutritional Benefits Many energy bars appear nutritious, but they’re just as bad as candy bars loaded with sugar and unhealthy fat. Some contain high fructose corn syrup [...]
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Dr. Mercola is a well-known physician and a multiple New York Times Bestselling Author. He started his website, Mercola.com, in 1997, and it has become the world's #1 Natural Health site. Dr. Mercola is a recognized, licensed Physician and Surgeon in the state of Illinois. He first opened his practice outside Chicago in 1986 and has treated over 20,000 patients.
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