Sugar is used by our bodies to create energy. Sugar is a carbohydrate which is an important source of energy. The problem is that our body takes sugar from the foods we eat and when that food is laced with extra sugar, it becomes a big problem. Modern diets are loaded with sugars and sweets. But as…
Having good digestion is a basic need to maintaining good health. Digestion is the process by which the body extracts all the nutrients it needs from the food we eat. Digestion problems can lead to a variety of health issues. With good digestion we not only feel better but get the most out of all…
Trying to eat healthy is on the minds of many Americans lately. As we find out more about what foods are bad for us, we also find out more about how difficult it is to recognize what foods are bad. It’s not easy to pick through all the packaging info and labels telling us what…
In recent times people have been getting more educated in making healthy food choices. One food purchasing choice that has been seeing more popularity among those concerned with health and the environment is locally grown food. So, what is the attraction to locally grown foods? Here is some information that will help make that clear. First off, what is…
For years we’ve been hearing about all the bad things in the soda we drink. It’s mostly the sugar that’s bad for you, and soda is loaded with it. Many studies have shown that sugar has negative effects on heart health, brain function, body weight and over all mood. Well it seems that the word…
There are many reasons for trying to eat the right foods, and now doing well at work is another one. Workers in America are known to live sometimes hurried stressful lives. For many people the average work day consists of getting up and getting ready, facing rush hour traffic, doing a full day’s work and then doing…
Butter has had its ups and downs as far as the health conscious are concerned. A few years ago, people used to put butter on everything but then it was decided that butter contained too much fat. Now the opinion is again drifting in the favor of butter. It has even gotten to the point that some people are using butter…
Are you a white egg eater, or a brown egg eater? Over the years there have been many stories about which is better, the white eggs, or the brown eggs. Some people say that brown eggs are healthier. After all, the argument goes, brown eggs cost more, so they must be better for you. So,…
Handling food safely is the best way to prevent many of the illnesses related to food consumption. Making a sandwich is one thing but when it comes to handling uncooked and raw foods it is of vital importance that certain steps be taken to insure safety. Perhaps the simplest to remember and easiest to do…