Sugar Tax: Is sugar by any other name, just as sweet?
It’s an immediate source of energy, it keeps the brain running at peak capacity, and it’s the key to keeping the body working as it should
Read MoreIt’s an immediate source of energy, it keeps the brain running at peak capacity, and it’s the key to keeping the body working as it should
Read MoreThere is an increasing incidence in non-communicable diseases (NCD) such as obesity, diabetes and metabolic syndrome all over the world, despite of the governmental investments in healthy policies. Some of these diseases represent a high economic burden to individuals and society, demanding urgency in the
Read MoreThe microbiota living in gut influence the immune response, metabolism, mood and behavior. The diet plays a pivotal role in maintaining healthy gut microbiota composition and its fermentation leads to production of Short Chain Fatty Acids (SCFAs) mainly acetate, propionate and butyrate. During pancreatic dysfunction,
Read MoreHow does FOS Work? Before we answer that, let's first understand what FOS is, and how it works. As mentioned in our previous articles, FOS are naturally occurring prebiotics found in foods such as yacon, tomatoes, bananas, onions and artichoke hearts. FOS are fermented in the
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