Why Sugar and Sugar Substitutes Can Make Us Ill

It is not news that sugar and sugar substitutes can make us ill. Sugar and their substitutes are available in many forms, and not all are obvious. It is much healthier to use natural sweeteners both in beverages and in food. Sugar and sugar substitutes have negative side effects on our bodies such as obesity [...]

Which Foods to Avoid on a Gluten-Free Diet

Gluten-free diets are prescribed to people who have been diagnosed with celiac disease. Celiac disease affects the small intestine and damages the intestine, which prevents food from being digested and absorbed properly. A gluten-free diet is the only way to prevent any reoccurrence of symptoms associated with celiac disease. The following is a list of [...]

How to Make Your Own Gluten-Free Delicious Bread

If you have celiac disease or an allergy to products that contain gluten, it does not have to stop you from enjoying bread products. Instead, try these recipes for bread that do not include gluten products. Gluten-Free Banana Bread Ingredients * 2/3 cup gluten-free flour * 2/3 cup cornstarch * 1/2 cup tapioca flour * [...]

Alternative Healthy Gluten-Free Grains

Maintaining a gluten-free diet can be difficult without doing any kind of research. There are many alternatives to gluten, in the form of gluten-free grains. When choosing a gluten-free grain, be sure to do your research on the manufacturer. Sometimes grains are labeled gluten free, but may come into contact with items that have been [...]

5 Factor Diet All the Craze in Hollywood, But Is It Right For You?

Although the 5 Factor Diet is all the craze in Hollywood, the question is: is it right for you?  The jury is still out on the effects of this diet.  Let’s take a look at its origin and its method. Conceived by Harley Pasternak who is a trainer for Hollywood celebrities, the 5 Factor Diet [...]