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Sucralose: Guilt-free or Sweet Poison

Sucralose: Guilt-free or Sweet Poison

As a seemingly guilt-free alternative to sugar, artificial sweeteners have become popular as a healthy alternative as many of us seek a healthier diet. Sucralose, marketed as a calorie-free and versatile sweetener, has gained significant popularity among these sugar...
Sweet Immunity

Sweet Immunity

Shopping list: Super hero fruit snack- 11g sugar Orange juice- 8 oz 22g sugar Soda- 8 oz coke 24 g sugar Gatorade Frost- 20 oz 34 g sugar Milk- 8 oz 15 g sugar Frosted Flakes- ¾ cup dry 11 g sugar Pop Tarts cinnamon- 1 pastry 15 g sugar Does some of this look...
Foods That Can Help Boost Your Immune System

Foods That Can Help Boost Your Immune System

A number of foods have been found to benefit the immune system. One group of foods is thought to reduce inflammation in the body, leading to less wear and tear on all your bodily systems, including your immune system: anti-inflammatory foods. Adding anti-inflammatory...