In the 1970s, scientists were beginning to recognize the detrimental effects of sugar on the body. Fearing it would hurt their industry, executives of sugar companies paid off scientists and quickly squashed these findings. Soon, fat became the villain with more of it being taken out of food and replaced with sugar to maintain a […]
During the holiday season, it is often too easy to indulge. With parties and time with friends and family spent around rich food and sugary sweets, it’s no wonder most of us feel sluggish and ready for a restart with the beginning of a new year. While some will look to detox pills and supplements […]
Not so long ago, many doctors and researchers began waging a war on the fat found in food, highlighting the many negative effects that it could have on the body. One of these negative effects was raising cholesterol leading to heart disease, stroke, atherogenesis, and ultimately an early death. However, as more and more people […]
With 51% of the U.S. population now being overweight, it’s no surprise that blood sugar levels have risen as well. Most of us are living fast-paced lifestyles and reaching for quick, highly processed foods that are packed full of sugar and contain little to no nutrients. If not stopped, this pattern will continue to have […]
If you have ever had a baby or know someone who has recently given birth, you may have heard them talk about their child receiving a shot immediately after delivery. This shot actually delivers a small, but important dose of Vitamin K, or Phylloquinone. So what exactly makes this nutrient so crucial that it’s administered […]