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fructose malabsorption and fructose intolerance – maybe caused by fruit drinks – see why!

Sunday, March 7th, 2010

An article in the pages of Gluten Free website analyze the increase of victims of celiac disease may be caused by farmers during the last hundred years deliberately selected varieties of cereals that have abnormally high levels of gluten. The aim is to provide grain for processing into high-gluten flour to help bakers to keep bread and cakes together.

Similarly, consider that people who eat too much calorie-rich foods are likely to increase chances of getting diabetes 2. Its not necessarily the food, but the amount or concentration that cause both diseases.

Some allergic reactions are believed to be traced to an increase in lower environmental pollutant peoplee? S allergies and resistance to certain diseases (changes in immune system function). It appears that fructose malabsorptionand fructose intolerance can also be connected to a very simple? Accidental? increased concentration of fructose in foods in our diet. However, unlike the intentional increase in grain of high concentration of gluten, the increase in fructose was not caused by a search by farmers for packing more fructose in the fruit, the cause is apparently downstream.

While the information below is taken from an article in time concerns the excessive consumption of fruit juice in our diet to be linked to obesity, but also provides a good basis in the offices of my conspiracy theory fructose.

The logic is a bit “like this:

1Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â In the Second World War, the U.S. Army has ordered its scientists to invent a system to freeze OJ in concentrated form. The result was the â? Maida minute? patent created frozen concentrated juice cans.

2Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â In 1950, Tropicana pasteurization technology developed so that the juice can be sold in cartons like milk chilled.

3Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â U.S. pioneer Jack LaLanne fitness television and other health experts from the brand of juice as a natural medicine, and decades of publicity given to drinking the concentrated juice of a staple in our diet.

4Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â In 1900, the citrus growers of Florida orange harvest more than he could sell one? and because it is easy to drink orange juice more than we can eat together, have decided to sell the high concentrations of juice in many cola drinks included. This strong pressure fructose beverage sales in the U.S. soon spread worldwide.

Believing that a? When fructose is eaten in a piece of fruit, slowly enters the body so that the liver has time to convert it into chemical energy. However, a glass of apple juice has six blocks of fructose. â? Ref 1

Besides the large increase in the density of fructose that our bodies are not for consumption, concentrated also lead to problems such as obesity can lead to diabetes 2. Interestingly, as the schools of the United States and Australia have banned soft drinks in school vending machines, fruit drinks are taking place (which equal calories and often more fructose).

While the juice does not add vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients in our diet, the fruit does the same, at concentrations much more appropriate. Raw fruit also contains many other nutrients not survive many manufacturing processes for drinking.

â? A glass of fruit juice from concentrate all the sugar from several pieces of fruit. Ounce for ounce, it contains more calories than soda, but tends to be consumed in smaller portions. A cup of orange juice has 112 calories, the apple juice has 114 and 152 packets of grape juice, according to the Department of Agriculture United States. The same amount of Coca-Cola has 97 calories, and the Pepsi 100. â? 100% fruit juice puts the same risks to health associated with obesity, such as Coke, Pepsi and other beverage vilified. Ref 1

Now most of this paper reference is written to draw attention to the effects of fruit juice concentrate, weight gain, but as a fructose intolerance or malabsorptionperson must understand, drinking fruit juice (concentrate) may affect directly to how they may have acquired their status first.

The author of this article GFP loves fruit and realizes that this story was favored childhood, where his father grew many varieties of fruit trees in the backyard. How many people do not have this context, it is easy to see that parents with a guilty conscience may think that the juice concentrate to replace regular diet is a smart way to get? Healthy food? everyonee easily? s diet. However, an overdose of concentration is equivalent to an overdose of fructose, which? Maya? contribute to the early appearance of intolerance or fructose malabsorption.

 As a society, we are much more aware of how all types of fats in our diet should be controlled, though? Well? different levels of sugar are much less visible and fructose can be hidden in many sources. Perhaps the addition of concentrated fruit juice to the diet is only slightly higher than the fructose in healthy daily diet from all sources.

Consider the following list of â? Fructoseâ more food? (based on levels of 200 calories per serving), who compiled Ref 2:

 1 soda, cola, with higher caffeine [pop, soda, soda] fructose 29760mg

A 2 soft drinks, cola, without caffeine [pop, soda, soda] fructose 29760mg

3 of soda, lemon-lime soda, contains caffeine [pop, soft drink, white soda] fructose 28634mg

9 soda, sprite, lemon, lime, without caffeine [pop, soft drink, white soda] fructose 25954mg

10 apple or grape juice with the addition of ascorbic acid, fructose 25837mg

Five of fructose TOP TEN SODA DRINKS are guilty and juice concentrates.

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CONCLUSION

Now consider the radical notion of avoiding gluten grain and high density to annihilate the risk of gluten intolerance (that does not help reduce the chance of getting celiac disease / celiac disease was considered since this gene related) . To avoid fructose intolerance, perhaps in a sign of any soda, fruit juice concentrate diet is not a good idea. Especially since many drinks did not specify what type of sugar that is included, not many people know what a â? Are you sure? fructose level should focus.

Imagine something that has been promoted for decades as the panacea of health actually causes a disease, precisely because of its high level of concentration. With the high cost of fruit, fruit, especially organic, is easy to understand how the purchase of concentrated fruit juice may seem a healthy alternative. While the concept of avoiding or limiting juice concentrate in the diet and the kids? S may seem questionable diet I suggest you read the article reference in everything and have in mind.

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References

1Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â http://www. Latimes. com/news/nationworld/nation/la-sci-juice8-2009nov08, 0.5809992, complete. history

2Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â http://www. NutritionData. com/foods-000011000000000000000. html

A fruit diet ?

Saturday, October 24th, 2009

These days everyone seems to be looking for a healthy diet. Why? Because there is too much of stress in our lives as a result of which, lifestyles have changed and so have food habits. More and more people have opted for fast food or junk food that does more harm than good. In such an environment, the human body will not get any or proper nutrients and this will lead to diseases or medical problems like cholesterol, high blood pressure, heart problems etc. The best way to fight it is by going on a healthy diet. Fruits are considered to be extremely healthy as they can provide you with important nutrients. The need for fruitsIf your diet consists of vegetables and fruits then it will automatically become a balanced diet plan and you will not develop conditions severe medical problems like coronary heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, bone loss, type 2-diabetes, and cancer. Fruits have a high nutritional value, which will also reduce any risk of kidney stones. The best way to have fruits is take them fresh and you can take them whole or even sliced. You can even do a little experimentation and transform your regular fresh fruit like blackberry or banana into special snacks or side dishes and then you can even add them in your desserts. If you are open to experimenting with fruits then here are some options that will not only keep your diet healthy but also add some flavors to it:1. A spread with peach and honey: Take a bowl and add 1 sliced peach, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of honey. Mash all the three together using a fork until the mixture looks consistent in appearance. Serve it as a topping on French toast or pancakes or you can even serve it on grilled pork or roasted chicken. 2. Fruit slices: Fruits slices can be used for creating many dishes. One of the best ways to have fruit slices is by making a salad out of different fruits instead of vegetables. You can take slices of pears, apples, peaches and mangoes and then gently brush them with some canola oil. After wards sprinkle some cinnamon and place the bowl in skewers. Alternatively you can wrap it in a foil. Grill this fruit mixture in your over on low heat for around 3 to 5 minutes. Viola! you will have a great fruit mixture that is ready to eat. 3. Lemon fruit dip: The lemon fruit dip is a fairly uncommon dish. To prepare it, you will need to mix sugar-free lemon yogurt, 1/2 cup low-fat, 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice and a teaspoon of lime zest in a bowl. Add a few slices of pineapple, diced kiwi, strawberries, bananas and a few grapes. You can choose between black grapes and the green ones depending on your liking. You can serve it before meal or after meal. Either ways it will be good for health and great for taste. 4. Fruity pops: This is a great recipe that tastes good when served frozen. You will need a blender to do the job. Take some sliced bananas and strawberries and add 1/4 cup of orange juice as well as 3/4 cup of low-fat strawberry yogurt. Blend all the ingredients together and then pour them into a 2 to 3-ounce cups. Freeze the mixture for at least 3 hours and then serve. 5. The Banana-Blueberry Mix: This is quite simple to make and it will stir your taste buds. You can use a blender to mix 2 fresh bananas, 1/2 cup of fresh blueberries, and 1 cup of low-fat vanilla yogurt. Once they have been mixed well, all you have to do is taste it. 6. Fresh strawberry salad: Talk about fruit salads and here is one. The ingredients that you will require are 1/2 cup of sliced strawberries and 2 cups romaine lettuce. Put them in the same bowl and add 1 1/2 teaspoon of raspberry vinaigrette as a dressing. Toss it well and then sprinkle some cashew nut on the top. It is ready to be served. 7. Mango salsa pizza: You may have never heard of this before but this is a great dish.   You will have to start by mixing 1 cup of chopped green or red bell peppers, 1/2 cup of chopped mango, 1/2 cup of chopped onion, 1/2 cup of chopped pineapple, 1/2 cup of fresh cilantro and 1 tablespoon of lime juice. Spread the mix over your pizza crust and bake it at 4250F. Once the crust is brown, it will be ready to serve. These are some of the fruit recipes that you can try at home. The important thing here is to eat healthy and be healthy!

Acai Fruit Fights Disease

Saturday, September 19th, 2009

Acai (Pronounced AH-SAH-EE) is a Brazilian berry packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. Acai fruit or more commonly known as the acai berry is also extremely rich in omega fatty acids and disease-fighting antioxidants. These omega fatty acids are the good fatty acids that help protect the body against cancer and other debilitating diseases. These all-important fatty acids are also found in fish. Unfortunately, most of us do not consume enough of these disease deterring fatty acids. Acai berries have more than 10 times the antioxidants than grapes and twice as many found in blueberries. It’s no wonder acai fruit has been crowned the world’s #1 superfood. Until the mainstream discovery of the acai berry, blueberries reigned supreme. The acai berry has been used for centuries as a premium natural energy supplement that:* Assists in weight loss* Detoxifies the body of impurities* Boosts energy levels* Improves mental clarity* Increases libido* And much moreAcai fruit has the symmetry of a grape and the size of a giant blueberry. The taste is similar to a wild raspberry with a hint of grape flavor. Many people have difficulty describing the flavor because it is such a unique taste but delicious nonetheless. Acai berries grow on Amazon palm tree and have a very short “shelf life” once picked. Acai fruit begins to compose within 24 hours of being removed from the tree. This requires acai products such as juices, powders, capsules, and other supplements to be manufactured almost instantly. This process often drives up the cost of premium acai products. Be aware that there are acai products, especially juices, that contain very little acai. Instead, other fruit juices make up the bulk of the content. Avoid these low quality products at all costs. Lemons, limes, and other citrus fruits are also packed with the same phytonutrients just not as many as the acai berry. Consuming tart cherries has shown positive results in relieving arthritis symptoms and fibromyalgia. The benefits of consuming these citrus fruits and acai don’t end with arthritis relief. Scientist are finding even more exciting health benefits of taking acai everyday. Remember, eating a balanced is an essential first step to improving your health. A diet rich in vegetables, whole grains, fruits, non-fat dairy products, beans, lean meats, poultry, and fish will have long-lasting effects on your overall health. Incorporating the remarkable acai berry into your diet regimen will certainly ward off the signs of aging and protect your body against many diseases. Here’s to your health and well being