They claim that sugar can be eight times as addictive as cocaine and cite studies where lab rats
chose sugar water over cocaine.
In a 2007 study (1), researchers found that given the choice between sugar - water and cocaine, rats
chose sugar water every time.
Not exact matches
Defrost a can of frozen orange juice, add
water,
sugar and herbs and voila - you have a basic orange sauce that gets caramelized when baked in the oven over whatever protein you
choose.
Note: When you're selecting your coconut milk and
water, try to
choose brands that don't have any added
sugars or preservatives.
Check the label and
choose fruit that is packed in
water, its own juice or other fruit juice with no
sugar.
If you
choose to offer juice,
water it down to manage the amount of
sugar you are giving baby.
Make sure to
choose an all natural gripe
water that does not contain
sugar or alcohol, which is found in the traditional versions.
Instead,
choose beverages that provide nutrients, like milk, juice without added
sugar, and
water.
«The bottom line for teens is to
choose water over
sugar - sweetened beverages when possible,» she says.
Many canned foods contain added
sugar, refined salt and preservatives, so read the labels and
choose the ones that only contain
water.
Astonishingly, when researchers increased the concentration of cocaine, the rats still
chose more
sugar -
water.
Choose water when flying instead of caffeinated beverages or soft drinks which contain
sugars or artificial sweeteners and can contribute to bloating and further dehydration.
(We use a very sophisticated hydrating complex in our Potentci Hydrating Milk which includes beet
sugar which draws
water to the skin; an extract from a bacteria found in the Antarctic that has shown incredible re-moisturizing properties; ceramides — necessary for a healthy and plump skin barrier, phytosterols — the plant form of cholesterol, another crucial component of a healthy skin barrier; glucosamine, which helps the skin manufacture it's own ceramides; and several oils
chosen for their beneficial fatty acids and nutrient profiles.
If possible,
choose carbonated beverages that contain no additional
sugar or artificial sweeteners like club soda or seltzer
water.
If you decide to drink mixed drinks,
choose mixers that use club soda instead of tonic
water... tonic
water contains lots of
sugar in the form of high fructose corn syrup, while club soda is calorie free.
Whatever you
choose to do, just remember this: incorporating a great deal more greens (and
water) into your diet will stop those
sugar cravings.
When
choosing coconut
water make sure you are getting one with no additives — look for one that is not pasteurized and has no added
sugar.