More on HFCS (high-fructose corn syrup):
http://www.facebook.com/ext/share.php?sid=126187627925&h=CRfyv&u=BMmQH&ref=nf
Few Facts About HFCS July 13, 2009
Here are a few facts about HFCS (high fructose corn syrup), and why you should stay away from it:
- it is linked to obesity
- it releases the hormone, ghrelin, which tells us to keep eating
- once eaten it is metabolized quicky by the liver and turns into fat
- it is processed
- leads to higher LDL levels
You want to try and avoid HFCS products all together. You are better off grabbing a piece of fruit when you are hungry or a glass of water when you are thirsty. But most of all read any product label before you buy it. You will be surprised where you find HFCS.
If you would like to read more please check out these links below:
http://www.naturalnews.com/024466_corn_health_HFCS.html
http://www.naturalnews.com/026468_sugar_corn_corn_syrup.html
Easy Energy Article February 27, 2009
I found this article and really liked it and wanted to share (espeically to those who run long distance):
Here are a few key points that I thought were important:
- re-fueled with orange slices, LifeSavers, and Fig Newtons (I recommend whole wheat fig newtons)
-recommends snacks that are as close to whole foods as possible
- avoid ingredients such as partially hydrogenated oils, high fructose corn syrup, and artificial dyes
- “Sucking on hard candy during a long run or marathon can be a nice alternative to energy gels”
- suggests adding one half cup of orange juice (which contains the electrolyte potassium) and a pinch of salt (sodium) to four cups of water
