Going Complex on Carbohydrates

Complex carbs are chains of three or more single sugar molecules linked together. Long chains of sugar molecules are called starches and they serve as the storage form of energy in plants. Branched complex carbohydrates called cellulose form the structural components that give plants their shape.
Complex carbs are found in fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds and [...]

Blood Sugar Matters - Article 3 - Cancer

If the last 2 articles were not enough to convince you that blood sugar does matter and is very important, then I hope this one hits you where it hurts. Blood sugar has been linked to the cause of a variety of different cancers. High insulin levels promote and environment that makes it much easier [...]

Blood Sugar Matters - Article 2 - Workout

A very important concept to keep in mind is where you want your blood sugar to be during your workout. This is very much overlooked and is as important as anything else when it comes to proper nutrition and getting the most out of your workout routine.
Many people have the perception that you should eat [...]

Blood Sugar Matters - Article 1 - Diet

This is a subject not many worry about nor take the time to care about. This is very unfortunate as blood sugar plays a vital role in your weight gain or weight loss. Studies have reported that even in healthy people high blood sugar after meals can over time damage the body. Blood sugar effects [...]