Update: Sugar, Feet, and Antinutrients
April 30th, 2010
What might these random topics have to do with each other? It’s been over a year since I’ve written some of the articles on this site, and since then, I’ve accumulated additional information that has inspired me to make extensive updates to several of them. Although sugar consumption, foot function, and the antinutrients commonly found in seemingly health foods such as nuts, seeds, and grains may not seem to have much in common, they’re all factors that effect many of us on a daily basis. Based on this, I think it will be worth while for you to take another look at the following updates.
This is a big claim, and as such, it shouldn’t be surprising that I’ve received several requests to provide references. In addition to adding information about advanced glycation endproducts (AGEs) and Candida overgrowth, I’ve provided references from scientific journals to support all of the claims made in the article. Sugar and refined carbohydrates have become such a common part of the modern diet, even for people who think they’re eating healthy, that I think this article provides extremely important information that everyone should be familiar with. Read the article to see if you might be harming your health by consuming too much of these foods.
A Hidden Danger with Nuts, Grains, Beans, and Seeds
Each of these foods are commonly recognized as part of a healthy diet, so what could possibly be dangerous about them? Aside from the risks associated with soy and the gluten sensitivity issues associated with grains, there’s not much to be concerned about as long as they’re prepared properly. However, if such precautions aren’t taken to reduce certain antinutrients, these foods can compromise one’s health by interfering with digestion and mineral absorption. I’ve added more information about these antinutrients as well as how to remove them, and I’ve also added quite a few references from scientific journals. Read the article to learn how to reduce the possibility of these foods detracting from your health.
Are Your Shoes Causing Foot and Ankle Dysfunction?
Most people don’t pay much attention to their feet, but they’re one of the most complex structures of the human body and we depend on them extensively every day just to stand and walk. When something goes wrong with their function, we often pay the price by experiencing pain in a variety of places and being forced to restrict our activity. As surprising as it may seem, shoes may have a lot to do with instigating such problems. I’ve added additional information on how this can happen and have also provided a number of references from scientific journals. This article is especially relevant to the new trend of toning shoes such as the Reebok EasyTone, Sketcher Shape Ups, and Avia Avi Motion. Read the article to learn how your shoes may be influencing your physical health and what you can do to promote foot function that is more natural and more likely to keep you pain free.
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Is ‘Sugar in the Raw” a healthy alternative to natural sugar?
Hi Alex,
Sugar in The Raw comes from sugar cane like most table sugar. The primary difference is that it’s slightly less refined. While this might make it slightly more flavorful and add a slight amount of nutritional value, it’s still sugar, and I don’t think these benefits justify eating any more of it.
Right on their website it says “Sugar In The Raw is metabolized in the body in the same manner as regular sugar. Accordingly, it is not recommended to individuals who must restrict their sugar consumption such as diabetics.”
For those who might not know, Sugar in The Raw is a name brand.
Vin, Feet,nuts and sugar, how sweet it is. I know of your sweet tooth for tennis, but don’t you find your feet take a beating from a good nutty match, amongst other body parts. But boy what a good use of mind and body. How do you comprise your feet for this benefit? George
Hey George, I hope you’re enjoying France!
Yes, tennis definitely puts a beating on the feet. Now that I’m used to wearing Nike Frees, my tennis shoes seem really bulky. A necessary evil for all of that pounding I suppose, but I’d still like to find a tennis shoe that’s a bit more stripped down.
Vin, I wore some real light running shoes(Asics) one winter, under 9 oz. and they felt real good and my feet had to be 10mph faster. The down side was they wore out in a couple weeks. I agree tennis shoes are way to bulky and too heavy. George
Hey George,
Running shoes definitely provide the advantage of being lighter, but I have a few concerns about wearing them for tennis. They lack the added lateral support found in tennis shoes, and the added cushioning in the sole puts the foot higher off the ground. I think both of these factors increase the risk of rolling an ankle. Some tennis shoes are lighter than others, though. I’ll let you know if I find a good pair.