Tag Archives: Refined Sugar

How to Switch from Regular Soda to Diet Soda

We’ve all heard it time and time again: drinking regular soda corrodes your teeth and adds empty calories to your daily diet. The high amounts of caffeine and sugar lead to cavities, extra pounds and boosts of energy that inevitably lead to crashing. On the other hand, switching from regular soda to diet soda adds […]

All About the Sugar Substitute Stevia

When you think of green, leafy plants that provide an instant mood boost and are widely acclaimed by owners of natural food stores, images of free-loving hippies may come to mind. However, the latest sugar substitute to hit the market, called “Stevia”, has reportedly been used for centuries. As of recent, it has taken over […]

The Best Foods to Eat to Stop Acne

Acne is a skin condition that affects many individuals starting from teenage years to early adults. The length of the condition and the intensity is dependant on the individuals. There are many treatments for acne available; some are chemically made medications, while others are natural like herbs and food. Some people prefer the herbal treatment […]

How Decreasing Refined Sugar in My Diet Made Me Healthier

I admit. I was a sugar junkie. I start my day with a caffeinated soda, with about ten teaspoons of sugar in my system by drinking one can. I loved the taste of donuts, pastries, and cakes. Born with some biological weight gain, I ate as much sugar as I wanted without gaining too much […]