Comments on: Healthy Tip: Watch Your Sugar http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/03/healthy-tip-watch-your-sugar/ The Official Whole Foods Market Blog Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:14:52 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 hourly 1 By: Jane Johnson http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/03/healthy-tip-watch-your-sugar/#comment-152977 Jane Johnson Wed, 07 Sep 2011 21:33:26 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1253#comment-152977 @Francois We're so pleased to offer an extensive listing of recipes for all sorts of dietary needs. I've copied the link to our recipes for the sugar conscious below. Hopefully you find something to tickle your taste buds that is a great fit for your diet too! http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recipes/search-results.php?specialDietTypeId=12 @Francois We’re so pleased to offer an extensive listing of recipes for all sorts of dietary needs. I’ve copied the link to our recipes for the sugar conscious below. Hopefully you find something to tickle your taste buds that is a great fit for your diet too!

http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recipes/search-results.php?specialDietTypeId=12

]]> By: FRANCOIS SZABO http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/03/healthy-tip-watch-your-sugar/#comment-152848 FRANCOIS SZABO Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:05:02 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1253#comment-152848 please send me diabetic receipes please send me diabetic receipes

]]> By: Six Reasons Why I’m a Complete Hypocrite… « In These Small Moments http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/03/healthy-tip-watch-your-sugar/#comment-44895 Six Reasons Why I’m a Complete Hypocrite… « In These Small Moments Mon, 03 May 2010 13:14:05 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1253#comment-44895 [...] one is pretty obvious (wired kids being only part of the problem).  Here are a few other [...] [...] one is pretty obvious (wired kids being only part of the problem).  Here are a few other [...]

]]> By: David http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/03/healthy-tip-watch-your-sugar/#comment-43757 David Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:59:18 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1253#comment-43757 Agave nectar has a higher concentration of fructose than high fructose corn syrup and a higher glycemic index. Most of the article does a great job of telling people to simply stop eating sugar, but recommending something that is actually higher in sugar than the product its replacing is a little disingenuous. Agave nectar has a higher concentration of fructose than high fructose corn syrup and a higher glycemic index. Most of the article does a great job of telling people to simply stop eating sugar, but recommending something that is actually higher in sugar than the product its replacing is a little disingenuous.

]]> By: Ash Lauren http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/03/healthy-tip-watch-your-sugar/#comment-42348 Ash Lauren Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:54:16 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1253#comment-42348 Many protein powders have a lot of sugar in them--up to 15 grams per serving sometimes! But not Soytein. Some flavors are completely sugar-free and do not have any sugarless substitutes in them and others have no sugar added. They aren't as sweet and it can take a little while to get used to them but the flavors are great and there's also 14 grams of soy protein in one scoop! Many protein powders have a lot of sugar in them–up to 15 grams per serving sometimes! But not Soytein. Some flavors are completely sugar-free and do not have any sugarless substitutes in them and others have no sugar added. They aren’t as sweet and it can take a little while to get used to them but the flavors are great and there’s also 14 grams of soy protein in one scoop!

]]> By: Winnie Hsia http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/03/healthy-tip-watch-your-sugar/#comment-34052 Winnie Hsia Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:53:34 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1253#comment-34052 Beet sugar, as well as other conventional sugar alternatives are available in our stores, generally in the baking department. If you need help locating a particular item, please contact Guest Services at your local Whole Foods Market. Beet sugar, as well as other conventional sugar alternatives are available in our stores, generally in the baking department. If you need help locating a particular item, please contact Guest Services at your local Whole Foods Market.

]]> By: Star (To honorable Mr. Joshua & Don) http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/03/healthy-tip-watch-your-sugar/#comment-34030 Star (To honorable Mr. Joshua & Don) Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:39:17 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1253#comment-34030 WHERE I PLEASE CAN I FIND BEET SUGAR WHERE I PLEASE CAN I FIND BEET SUGAR

]]> By: Lisa http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/03/healthy-tip-watch-your-sugar/#comment-26432 Lisa Mon, 13 Jul 2009 22:22:06 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1253#comment-26432 Really liked your article...just recently diagnosed with breast cancer, I now eat no refined or natural sugars except fruit. Knowing that all cells need sugars, I also add whole wheat (home-made) breads to my diet. However, I love chocolate and I found two alternatives to my cravings. I like to eat a high-end 100% cocoa baker's chocolate...it takes a little getting used to, but once you do, you'll really enjoy it. Also, I use sweet potatoes as a sweetener. If anyone is trying to avoid cancer or is fighting cancer, it's so important to limit the amount of sugar (and fat) in your diet...diets high in fat and sugar could increase the risk or growing additional tumors or causing the cancer to metastasize...at least that's my conclusion from all the research I've done. Really liked your article…just recently diagnosed with breast cancer, I now eat no refined or natural sugars except fruit. Knowing that all cells need sugars, I also add whole wheat (home-made) breads to my diet. However, I love chocolate and I found two alternatives to my cravings. I like to eat a high-end 100% cocoa baker’s chocolate…it takes a little getting used to, but once you do, you’ll really enjoy it. Also, I use sweet potatoes as a sweetener. If anyone is trying to avoid cancer or is fighting cancer, it’s so important to limit the amount of sugar (and fat) in your diet…diets high in fat and sugar could increase the risk or growing additional tumors or causing the cancer to metastasize…at least that’s my conclusion from all the research I’ve done.

]]> By: Andrea http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/03/healthy-tip-watch-your-sugar/#comment-25654 Andrea Sun, 14 Jun 2009 17:07:25 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1253#comment-25654 Thank you. This is a clear and concise post about sugar. I have cut back tremendously on my sugar intake and I feel great! I come from a family of small (actually skinny) people where we consumed sugar with no worries since we are naturally thin. However, I could not figure out why as an adult I was always sluggish and moody. After cutting back, I feel fantastic! I know it sounds difficult, but sincerely, if my sister and I can do it, anyone can. Thank you. This is a clear and concise post about sugar. I have cut back tremendously on my sugar intake and I feel great! I come from a family of small (actually skinny) people where we consumed sugar with no worries since we are naturally thin. However, I could not figure out why as an adult I was always sluggish and moody. After cutting back, I feel fantastic! I know it sounds difficult, but sincerely, if my sister and I can do it, anyone can.

]]> By: Elizabeth http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/03/healthy-tip-watch-your-sugar/#comment-12883 Elizabeth Fri, 20 Mar 2009 17:49:45 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1253#comment-12883 I love to hear that people are as passionate as I am about the dangers of refined sugar - it's nice to know that I'm not "crazy" in the way I'm thinking. I've been trying to kick the sugar habit for over a year now and have just recently begun blogging about my journey on www.sugarsthedevil.blogspot.com (I even mentioned Whole Foods Market in my last post!) Although my focus is is now on whole foods, I feel that refined sugar and all refined foods for that matter, are a main culprit behind unhealthy eating. They are convenient, tasty, addictive, have become the norm, and are EVERYWHERE! For me to get where I am today (and I'm still struggling, mind you), I had to cut refined foods from my diet. But the thought of cutting out everything cold turkey forever was very daunting to me. Instead, I took it one day at a time. I committed to going without sugar for one day - just one day. It took some planning - what would I eat? I'd have boiled eggs on hand, nuts for snacking, plenty of fresh veggies available. I didn't limit what I ate as long as it had no added sugar, so calories was not a focus. After day one, I did it another day. I got excited about the fact that I was even able to do, so it motivated me to continue. At the end of day three, I found it much easier...as long as I was prepared with the right foods on hand. It gave me the kick-start I needed to make better choices - kind of a detox from sugar/refined flour products. I still slip up, but it's not as often or for as long, and I tend to pay the price for it more quickly now. But then I go right back to "one day sugar-free" which now, more easily turns into three, then three weeks, etc. I'm seeing and experiencing tremendous benefits from eliminating these foods from my diet and replacing them with nutrient-dense alternatives (everything "works" better, I feel better, and even my teeth, hair and skin have changed - for the better!). I don't know if I'll ever be 100% sugar free, but I'll keep trying. Now, if only I can get my children to join me!! I love to hear that people are as passionate as I am about the dangers of refined sugar – it’s nice to know that I’m not “crazy” in the way I’m thinking. I’ve been trying to kick the sugar habit for over a year now and have just recently begun blogging about my journey on http://www.sugarsthedevil.blogspot.com (I even mentioned Whole Foods Market in my last post!) Although my focus is is now on whole foods, I feel that refined sugar and all refined foods for that matter, are a main culprit behind unhealthy eating. They are convenient, tasty, addictive, have become the norm, and are EVERYWHERE! For me to get where I am today (and I’m still struggling, mind you), I had to cut refined foods from my diet. But the thought of cutting out everything cold turkey forever was very daunting to me. Instead, I took it one day at a time. I committed to going without sugar for one day – just one day. It took some planning – what would I eat? I’d have boiled eggs on hand, nuts for snacking, plenty of fresh veggies available. I didn’t limit what I ate as long as it had no added sugar, so calories was not a focus. After day one, I did it another day. I got excited about the fact that I was even able to do, so it motivated me to continue. At the end of day three, I found it much easier…as long as I was prepared with the right foods on hand. It gave me the kick-start I needed to make better choices – kind of a detox from sugar/refined flour products. I still slip up, but it’s not as often or for as long, and I tend to pay the price for it more quickly now. But then I go right back to “one day sugar-free” which now, more easily turns into three, then three weeks, etc. I’m seeing and experiencing tremendous benefits from eliminating these foods from my diet and replacing them with nutrient-dense alternatives (everything “works” better, I feel better, and even my teeth, hair and skin have changed – for the better!). I don’t know if I’ll ever be 100% sugar free, but I’ll keep trying. Now, if only I can get my children to join me!!

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