Sugar, a simple carbohydrate that provides a quick source of energy for the body, is in many foods and beverages we consume daily—from fruits, vegetables and dairy products, to candy, pastries and other desserts.
Jan 29, 2024
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When my son-in-law hinted that he was out of my granola and it "was the only thing that tasted good" when he was sick, I knew it was time to make another batch. Then I received this letter: "I sure enjoy your columns on food ...
Dec 1, 2023
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How do you combine plant-based foods to bring out the flavors of Christmas? A food engineer and Ph.D. from the University of Copenhagen has experimented in Gastro Science Lab. Boosting of umami taste is key.
Dec 21, 2022
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For many people, a high-sugar diet has become almost accidental.
Oct 13, 2022
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Typically in season from July to September, peaches are a staple of summertime salads, meals and desserts. They're also a popular choice for nutritionists, who say their sweet taste makes it easier for people to add them ...
Jul 6, 2022
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Most everyone understands that a major role of our sense of taste is to inform us when sugar is present in foods and beverages by eliciting sweetness on our tongues. A study led by the Monell Chemical Senses Center, published ...
Oct 19, 2021
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Q: My kids really don't like drinking water. Can I give them juice and sports drinks instead?
May 24, 2021
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Healthier on-the-go cereal bars with 30% less sugar, same sweet taste and more fiber are being developed by food scientists from the University of Reading together with industrial partners—Strauss Group, DouxMatok, Herbstreith ...
Dec 8, 2020
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Persimmons are low in calories and high in fiber—a combination that makes them a good choice for weight control. Their mix of antioxidants and nutrients—including vitamins A and C—makes them ideal for a healthy diet.
Oct 19, 2020
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Sugar causes obesity even in the absence of its sweet taste, according to a new study. The research was conducted in mice and also uncovered an increased risk of metabolic syndrome (increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, ...
Aug 13, 2020
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