Apple cider vinegar (ACV) isn’t just for salad dressings and cooking. It’s an extremely versatile household staple with a ton of different uses. It can be used as a natural remedy for digestive issues, DIY cleaning solutions, or for its potential health benefits, such as weight management and blood sugar control, although scientific evidence for many of these claims is limited and mixed. Personally, I use apple cider [...]
Cashew Butter vs Tahini: Which is Better?
Cashew butter is one of those nut butters that I think doesn’t get the recognition it deserves. It has that thick and creamy texture that’s so highly sought-after, it has a mild, nutty, and sweet taste that’s the perfect partner to your toast or many other dishes, and it really embodies some of the great things about nut butters. However, as great as it is, we’re going to see if there’s something better… We’ll [...]
Which Sugars and Sweeteners Are the Sweetest?
You know the saying “sweet as sugar”? Well, it turns out there are a lot of sweeteners that are even sweeter than regular sugar! Some of the sweetest sweeteners include: We’ll review 11 of the sweetest sugars and sweeteners next! Sweetness of sugars and sweeteners When you think of sugar, you probably think of table sugar (sucrose) - also called white sugar, granulated sugar, etc… Other types of sugars and [...]
Which Sugars and Sweeteners Have the Lowest Glycemic Indexes?
Sugars and sweeteners can either spike your blood sugar (they have high glycemic indexes) or they don’t have an impact on your blood sugar. If you want the latter, you’re in the right place! Some of the sugars and sweeteners with the lowest glycemic indexes include: What is the glycemic index, and which sweeteners have the lowest glycemic index? We’ll review 17 of them! Glycemic index in sweeteners Regular [...]
Which Sugars and Sweeteners Have the Highest Glycemic Indexes?
You’re probably aware that sugars can raise your blood sugar and aren’t ideal for low-carb diets (sugars=carbs!). One of the terms mentioned often in terms of blood sugar management and low-carb diets is the glycemic index. Some of the sweeteners with the highest glycemic indexes include: What is the glycemic index, and what does it mean? We’ll answer that question and review 15 high glycemic index sugars and [...]
What Are All the Frappe Choices at Starbucks?
The concept may come from a coffee drink known as the frappe, but Starbucks trademarked their frothy, blended frozen drinks as Frappuccinos back in 1995 when they began appearing on menus throughout the US. Today, the Frappuccino is a pillar of the Starbucks menu and one of the things the popular chain is most known for. What went from an initial two flavors on the entire menu – coffee and mocha – is now available in well over [...]
