Keeping Easter Fun & Healthy

Keeping Easter Fun & Healthy

We understand that Easter can be a difficult time for children to practice sugar intake in moderation. After all, the Easter Bunny – the ambassador of all things related to sugary treats, is held in high esteem by any awestruck child whose excitement levels would have...
You, Food and Sugar

You, Food and Sugar

“Sugar plays an important role in food production and preparation” We may add sugar for a little sweetness to our tea or coffee, but did you know that sugar plays an important role in food production, preparation, cooking, and baking? Sugar is not used...
You, Diet And Sugar

You, Diet And Sugar

There has been some discussion on the possibility of food addiction. What is a balanced diet? Healthy eating, or a balanced diet, means eating a variety of foods to supply nutrients our bodies need.  All food groups should be included. Let’s look at the different...
What is Sugar?

What is Sugar?

“Sugar is a carbohydrate and it is present in fruit, vegetables, sugarcane and sugar beet plants” Sugar is pure, it has no additives nor preservatives. Sugar is a source of energy and is converted into glucose just as sugar from fruit and vegetables is turned...
You, Life and Sugar

You, Life and Sugar

“Sugar has been part of our lives for centuries and can be enjoyed as part of a balanced lifestyle” This is about eating a variety of foods, drinking clean water, partaking in physical activity and maintaining a healthy body weight. In addition to the role of...