The Hidden Dangers of Fructose: How to Combat Its Effects and Build a Healthier You

 

Today, we're going to delve into the dangers of fructose, a sneaky little sugar that can wreak havoc on your health. We'll discuss how fructose inhibits vitamin D absorption, destroys the immune system and gut bacteria, creates oxidative stress, and explore the worst types of fructose. Then, we'll reveal the foods highest in fructose and share some immune-boosting, gut-healing, and stress-reversing food options to help you feel your absolute best. So let's dive right in, shall we?

The Dark Side of Fructose

Fructose, a natural sugar found in many fruits and added to a plethora of processed foods, may taste sweet, but it's not so sweet for your body. When consumed in large amounts, fructose can lead to some serious health issues.

  1.  Inhibits Vitamin D Absorption: A high intake of fructose can reduce the absorption of vitamin D, an essential nutrient for bone health and immune function. This can lead to an increased risk of osteoporosis, weakened immunity, and a host of...
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The Study of One: Recognizing Healing & Inflammatory Foods in Your Body

Introduction

Have you ever felt bloated or experienced pain after eating certain foods? It is important to recognize that different foods affect our bodies in different ways. Inflammation is a natural response of the body's immune system to fight off infections, injuries, and illnesses. However, when inflammation is chronic, it can lead to various health problems such as heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis. In this blog post, we will discuss the study of one, which is a personalized approach to identifying foods that cause inflammation in your body and foods that heal your body.

The Study of One: Personalized Approach

The Study of One is the Study of YOU!

Yes, it is a personalized approach to identifying foods that cause inflammation in your body and foods that heal your body. It involves paying close attention to how your body reacts to different foods.

One way to do this is by keeping a food journal where you record everything you eat and how you feel after eating.

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Why Low-Carb Bread Should Be A Staple

The saying "Bread is life" is as true as it gets - as long as its not processed and enjoyed with a Mediterranean diet.  

However, when joined with the typical American diet, it's not life it's inflammatory.  And that leads to quick weight gain, joint aches and a plethora of other acute or chronic ailments in the body.  

The problem is though Bread is a household staple! 

For Asians it's rice, For Mexican's its tortillas, but for American's it's bread -- and that holds true for Europeans as well!  And going off bread completely isn't the best solution.  Why?  because when you deny yourself of the foods you love best, you tend to overcompensate and binge on them when they present themselves at special dinners or events.  And before you know it, you are gaining weight and suffering with auto-immune issues.  

So, the question is how can we have our bread and eat it too!

First, find a low carb gluten free or sprouted bread that you like...

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