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Although many people obsess about letting too much fat creep into their diet, the real culprit may actually be sugar. It's pretty easy to find a fat-free product but it...

When people hear the word 'blood sugar levels', chances are most tend to think of diabetes. This condition is widely publicised, yet it is not the only sugar-related health concern...

What is Xylitol? Xylitol is a naturally occurring sweetener which is alcohol based, low in calories and is an effective agent in cavity prevention.  First isolated by Emil Fischer in 1891,...

As we head into the first month of winter, away goes the light summer shirts and out comes the woollen coats and leather boots. We all change our clothing to...

Stevia has been around for centuries, but it’s only recently that it has gained much recognition as an alternative sweetener.  What is Stevia, and how do you use it? Stevia is...

When it's cold outside, sometimes a bowl of fruit and yogurt doesn't quite cut it.  In summer this may seem like the ideal way to start your day, but in...

Those who adore sugary treats such as slices, biscuits and chocolates are often referred to by their friends and family as a 'sweet tooth'. Yet the irony in this nickname...

Xylitol has a wide variety of uses and benefits, from improving the health of your teeth to maintaining upper respiratory health. When properly used, Xylitol may help reduce the incidence...

Would you like to speed up your metabolism and burn through fat faster? Here are a few foods that may help you on your way. Green tea A few glasses of green...

Few people can resist fresh homemade baking. From cakes and biscuits to slices and souffles, there is something decadent and delicious about homemade goods - be they sweet or savoury....

SweetLeaf Stevia® Sweetener, the natural sugar alternative known and loved even for what it doesn’t have – calories or carbohydrates – beat out the competition for what it does offer...

Did you know that nearly 900,000 people are diagnosed with diabetes at some point in their lifetime? Last week the report card Australia's Health 2012 was published by the Australian...