Most healthy adults experience a rise in the level of glucose (sugar) in their blood after eating, particularly a meal that’s high in carbohydrates. For healthy people, elevated blood sugar—called hyperglycemia—usually isn’t a big deal. A healthy body produces plenty of insulin, which is what quickly and efficiently moves the glucose out of the blood...Continue reading
Americans consume nearly 130 pounds of added sugars per person every year. This includes both sugar and high fructose corn syrup. These sugars lead to obesity, type 2 diabetes, hypertension and heart disease and can be found in sweetened drinks, syrup, honey, breads, and yogurts. Since the 1970’s sugar consumption has decreased 40%, this is slightly misleading since...Continue reading