Tag: Sugar

Added sugars hide in so many foods you wouldn’t expect. If you check the nutrition labels on food products, you may find a surprising amount of sugar in peanut butter, salad dressings, bread, cereals and even spaghetti sauce. Sugar is everywhere and excessive intake has been linked to obesity, diabetes,...

Sugar tastes sweet, but the bitter truth is that it’s not friendly for your immune system. In fact, it’s a substance you should avoid if you care about overall health and wellness. From an immunity standpoint, science shows consuming sugar can lead to several negative effects. So, what exactly happens...

Gummy vitamins may look like candy, but they certainly provide more nutritional value than sugar-laden gummy bears. That is, as long as you stick to high-quality dietary supplements that come in this chewable, flavorful form. While gummy supplements are gaining popularity, there are plenty out there that contain ingredients that...

Honey. High fructose corn syrup. Sucrose. Sugar comes in many different forms, from naturally occurring sugars in fruit to refined table sugar. But regardless of its source, sugar can cause trouble when it’s consumed in large amounts—and it starts in your brain. The effects of sugar on the brain can...

In the contest of gummy vs. pill vitamins, who do you choose? These days, chewable adult gummy vitamins are all the rage. We’ve graduated from the chalky cartoon vitamins of times past (sorry, Flintstones!), and have evolved into more enjoyable options, including Bulletproof Gummy Vitamins, a new line of targeted, ...

Baking with sugar substitutes isn’t as simple as using equal amounts in place of regular sugar. In fact, the standard sweetener-to-sugar ratio can sometimes lead to the crystallization of your baked goods. So, when making substitutions, you must account for texture and volume, which can also throw off cooking time....

Happy Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day! Here at Bulletproof, our mission is to help you unleash your limitless potential. However, when you’re looking to make a long-term lifestyle transition, it’s only natural to ask questions. That’s why we’ve rounded up a list of specific inquiries from various Bulletproof consumers just like...

Sugar tastes sweet, but its effects on your body are anything but. Excessive and prolonged sugar intake may lead to weight gain, heart issues, mood imbalances and other health concerns. You can reduce sugar’s adverse effects on your health by using sugar substitutes and cutting back on added sugars in...