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Artificial Sweeteners Explained
I have a huge sweet tooth and I'm not afraid to admit it. I tend to go for treats made with real sugar, but I know many people watching their calorie intake like to go for sugar substitutes (so they can have their cake and not wear it too).
There are so many artificial sweeteners out there, it's hard to keep them straight.
Artificial Sweetener May Make You Gain?
If you're a fan of artificial sweeteners for weight loss then you may want to rethink it before you tear open a packet.
New research has found that saccharin altered the ability of rats to control their appetites. Why?
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Trend Alert: Bow Belts
Where have all the bows gone? For a while, it was all studs and leather, so it's nice to see the sweet thang is still around. What better way to evoke femininity than with bow belts?
Diabetes diet
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- Introduction
- General Dietary Guidelines...
- Major Food Components
- Weight Control for Type 2 D...
- Heart-Healthy Diets
- Diabetic Exchange Lists
- Exercise
- Resources
- References
Weight control and diet
In This Report- Highlights
- Introduction
- Biological and Medical Caus...
- Cultural and Emotional Caus...
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Weight Loss and Maintenance...
- Weight Management
- Medications
- Other Treatments
- Resources
- References
- Cancer prevention guidelines from the American Cancer Society stress the importance of maintaining a healthy weight throughout life. A healthy weight is even more important than eating specific healthy foods, when it comes to cancer prevention.
- The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers not to buy a product known as the "Brazilian diet pill." This product is labeled as a dietary supplement, but contains several chemicals found in powerful prescription drugs.
A Laptop Bag From Juicy That's Juuuuust Right
It's true, I have complained in the past about the gadget accessory offerings from Juicy Couture. They're just so over the top usually, and no laptop needs to be dressed in a pink sweatsuit like an LA soccer mom.
But finally, it seems they've dropped a new bag that is not only not over-the-top (under the top?), it couldn't be more Spring-appropriate.
Ecotot: Bla Bla Tees
The saccharine-sweet tees designed by Bla Bla combine adorable designs with eco-friendly and fair-trade practices that will leave you begging for more. The company was founded in 2001 when Susan Pritchett and Florence Wetterwald traveled to Peru. During their trip, the encountered a village of knitters who were continuing a practice that had been handed down through multiple generations.
Floral Charging Station: Love It or Leave It?
I had no idea Laura Ashley was making charging stations. Just kidding. But this Floral Charging Station ($165) at Neiman Marcus reminds me of the '90s designer who loved — I mean, really loved — her florals.
Pink Patent Leather Laptop Sleeve: Love It or Leave It?
Pink patent leather? Where do I sign up? The Virginia Computer Sleeve ($98) from fabulous handbag designer Rebecca Minkoff has me wanting to give the bubblegum treatment to my computer.
Sweeteners
Overview- Definition
- Function
- Food Sources
- Side Effects
- Recommendations
- Caloric (nutritive)
- Noncaloric (non-nutritive)
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