Whole 30: Day 15

We are halfway through the Whole 30 nutrition pan and I feel great. I do want to encourage everyone (whether you are following the Whole 30 or not) to read the labels on your food. It had been eye opening for me to see how many foods have added sugar. Beans, bacon, salad dressing, salsa; Sugar is in everything, but is often disguised. Food manufacturers use all kinds of names for sugar and sweeteners. They don't always list it as "sugar". There are many forms. Sugar, honey, turbinado, and cane sugar. Beware of anything that ends in "ose". Lactose, sucrose, dextrose, maltose, etc. Also, keep an eye out for sugar alcohols, such as erythritol, acesulfame-K, sucralose and aspartame. Consuming too much sugar can cause major health problems, including heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, inflammation, ADHD, and more. Educate yourself and read the labels. Be aware of what you are putting into your body and your kids little bodies.

Be smart and be well!  

BHW