Should I Be Eating… ?

food-index-165Choose from hundreds of foods, from almonds to zucchini, and find out their effects on your health.

Find out the hidden health benefits in your favorite foods. Browse the index from A to Z and discover the powerful nutrients, vitamins, and minerals each food contains — plus the medical conditions and concerns these foods can help treat.

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  • Jam, Jelly, and Preserves
    Spreads, such as jams, jellies, and preserves are made with fresh fruit or fruit juices. Low-sugar versions of these spreads can sweeten a dish and add new flavor possibilities while helping you stick with your weight-loss goals. Because jams, jellies, and preserves (even the low-sugar varieties) are high in concentrated sugar, people with type 2 diabetes should dramatically limit or avoid these spreads because of their elevating effect on blood sugar. Some also contain high-fructose corn syrup and may trigger IBS. If you suffer from migraines look for spreads made from fruits you know aren’t triggers for you (i....
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