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Sweeteners, the bitter truth

Sweeteners, the bitter truth

Many of us have used artificial sweeteners as an alternative to sugar, but they are not the healthy alternative we are led to believe by the marketing people. They may have zero calories, but they certainly don't have a zero impact on your health. Sugar Substitutes There are a huge number of different types of artificial sweeteners or sugar substitutes. They can lurk in the ingredients list, so here are a few to look for, with a bit of information about what they are and the potential impact...

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148 – Are we too obsessed by what we weigh?

148 – Are we too obsessed by what we weigh?

Is what we weigh truly an indication of how healthy we are, or are we obsessing over it unnecessarily? Thats the topic I'll be exploring in this weeks podcast. Tied to the scales At this time of year I am frequently reminded how the diet industry has created a weight monster in us all. We associate weight with happiness and health, but is that really the case? The diet industry has rammed it into us that the number on the scales is the most important. And that by denying ourselves certain...

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Why do we need fibre in our diet?

Why do we need fibre in our diet?

As a nutritionist I talk to clients a lot about how much fibre (or not) they have in their diet. Most people know that fibre helps with stool formation, but what else does it do? Fibre feeds your good gut bacteria. Your digestive system is filled with bacteria, and what we want to do is make sure the good bacteria is well fed so it can do its job.  Fibre is the preferred food of good guys.  We don’t always notice when they are happy, as everything is in balance.  However, if you...

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