Fat Free Yogurt
When we want to lose the fat, it seems logical to eat fat-free, however this kind of thinking is actually incorrect. When fat is taken out of foods, they don’t taste as good, so in order to keep them appealing, SUGAR is added. The sugar may be added in many forms, such as corn syrup, high fructose corn syrup, crystalline fructose, or sucrose or glucose – but all act in the same way as sugar.
Obviously our bodies need sugar, but only a small amount for the energy the body needs. Once our bodies use up the necessary sugar needed, the rest gets stored for future use – AS FAT.
So next time you’re in the supermarket, comparing your choices in the yogurt fridge, pick up a regular yogurt and a fat-free yogurt, and see which one has more sugar. The one which has more sugar will also have more carbs. So as I’ve explained, it’s much better to eat a higher fat yogurt that a fat-free one. But keeping that in mind, eating high-fat options aren’t the answer. Some fats, like those processed to extend shelf life are extremely unhealthy and un-recognizable to the body. But not all fats are bad. Some good sources of fat can be found in avocados, almonds, or coconut oil. In fact, coconut oil is a much better alternative to olive oil, and can be used for anything! (from muffins to an omelet). next time you’re in the kitchen, try replacing your usual oil for coconut oil. Not only is it a healthier alternative, but it will also give your old recipes a brand new taste!
Are artificial sweeteners healthy? It is very easy to spot the most popular artificial sweetners being used in our favourite diet foods. Some of these include Splenda, sucralose, aspartame, acesulfame potassium, and that is only to name a few. They are used in diet pop drinks, cereal bars, coffees, chocolate, and in almost every food item labeled “reduced-sugar” or “sugar-free”.
