To Boost Your Health, Consider Your Glycemic Response
While most people consider their weight, their blood pressure or their running time when they think about their health, one important parameter is often overlooked: their glycemic response. The...
View ArticleWatching Your Weight? Look For Polyols In Your Food To Cut The Sugar, Not The...
(NAPS)—There’s good news for those who want to reduce the amount of sugar in their diet and still satisfy their craving for the taste of something sweet. Many food products are made with polyols, a...
View ArticleReading Sweet News On Nutrition Labels
(NAPS)—While it might not be on any best-seller lists, a food label’s “Nutrition Facts” can make for a great read. Why You Should Read Food Labels Reading food labels can tell you important information...
View ArticlePolyols Not Among Sweeteners to Be Labeled as Added Sugars
On May 27, 2016, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published their final rule on the changes that need to take place on nutrition labeling. In the next few years, consumers can expect new...
View ArticleFood Technologist Magazine Publishes Article on Polyols
Author Peter Jamieson’s article “Reducing Added Sugars with Polyols” was published in the November 2016 issue of Food Technology. The article, accessible here (subscription required), provides...
View ArticleSugar-Free Treats Can Help Protect Teeth
Adults and kids alike are tempted by loads of sweet treats. Unfortunately, these treats are often packed with sugar, which can be damaging to teeth, especially for children, whose teeth are still...
View ArticleNew Nutrition Facts Label to State Added Sugar Content: How Polyols Can Help...
The Nutrition Facts Label (NFL) found on packaged foods and beverages is scheduled receive a face-lift. In 2016, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) mandated updates to the NFL to make it more...
View ArticlePolyols and Diabetes: How These Low-Calorie Sweeteners Can Help Control...
Millions of Americans are affected by diabetes and more developed the condition every year. During this month, individuals, their communities, and their health care providers raise awareness about...
View Article7 Major Changes Headed to a Product Label Near You
When it comes to food and product labels in today’s market, transparency is the name of the game. According to the 2017 IFIC Food and Health Survey, 90 percent of the population reports consulting the...
View ArticleThe Nutrition Facts Label
In May 2016, the FDA announced a new Nutrition Facts label to better reflect the nutritional value of packaged foods and beverages sold in the United States. While the deadline for implementing the new...
View ArticlePresenting Polyols: A Sugar Alternative with Sweet Taste & Serious Benefits
Polyols are unique sugar-free sweeteners, offering good clean taste and special advantages for a healthy diet. While polyols are considered “sugar alcohols,” they are not sugars or alcohol. Polyols are...
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