Sugar Substitutes You Probably Don’t Know About
March 13, 2008
Are you craving a substitute for sugar but don’t want to use splenda, sweet n low, or another artificial sweetener? In the July/August 2007 issue of Men’s Health they had a great list of natural sugar substitutes. Here they are:
Stevia - Okay so this one probably isn’t new to you as stevia is arguably the most popular natural sweetener. Stevia is extremely sweet almost 3x sweeter than sugar. Some people love it, some people hate it. Personally I don’t really like the taste.
Agave Nectar - Agave nectar isn’t calorie free (60cals/tbsp). It comes from the same plant that tequila comes from (cool fact huh?). It can be hard to find.
Erythritol - Erythritol is a sugar alcohol commonly derived from cane juice. I’m not a huge fan of sugar alcohols as they can cause GI destress (i.e. stomach aches and diarrhea) but if used in small amounts (to sweeten coffee, oatmeal, etc) then you should be fine.
Oligofructose - I saved the best for last. Oligofructose is really cool. It is a sweet fiber. I have had trouble finding it in State College but if you find some then definately pick it up. Here is a place where you can get it online (thanks to MH for the good online detective work).
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Warning: Functioning On Low Carbs
March 12, 2008
Here are two signs that you can download, print out, and have fun with.
Also don’t forget to check out our new BMI Calculator and research update regarding low carb diets and brain cancer.
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Breakfast - What I’m Eating
February 8, 2008
Tell me Pleeeeeease Tell Me that you eat breakfast everyday. Breakfast is more important than your pre/postworkout shake….well may not more important but equally important.
What percentage of your fat loss success hinges on eating breakfast?
Honestly, I don’t know anyone that has gotten lean and didn’t eat breakfast (with the exception of a few wrestlers). So I would say it reduces their risk of success by almost 100%. I remember reading an interview with world famous nutritionist and author Marion Nestle (Food Politics
While if you really got down to the nitty gritty the physiological consequences of not eating breakfast won’t destroy your body and reduce your chance of success 100% - it won’t help you for sure. But more importantly I think that there is a mindset associated with eating breakfast (even if you don’t like eating in the morning). It is that shift in mindset from “I don’t eat breakfast” to “I’m going to do everything I can to succeed and that includes eating breakfast”. That shift is the key determinant for success.
So DID you eat breakfast today?
I did.
Here’s what I had.
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Now my calories (especially carbs) are much lower than normal so don’t put too much stock in only the 1/2 cup of blueberries. Instead look at the make-up of this meal.
Walnuts - A blend of fatty acids including monounsaturated, omega-6, and short chain omega-3s.
Fish Oil - EPA/DHA (long chain omega-3s) for heart health, brain function, joint health, and fat loss
Emerald Balance - A greens supplement (it has a nice hint of cinnamon) to boost the antioxidant, and alkaline status of my diet.
Metabolic Drive - A great tasting blend of milk proteins
Blueberries - Low impact carbs and life extending antioxidants
Not a bad way to start your day huh?
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