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Too many carbs in summer? Low-carb sweets are a new option

When the weather gets hot, it's the season when we crave cold juices, ice cream,and shaved ice. While appetites tend to decrease in summer,there are more opportunities to choose easily accessible c...

Can't Be Detected in a Medical Check-up? Beware of "Hidden High Blood Sugar"

"I had a clean bill of health at my check-up, but I get very sleepy after meals." "I've been feeling inexplicably tired lately." If these sound like you, you might be experiencing hidden hyperglyce...

"Summer chills" — a common complaint in the warmer months

It's a midsummer day outside,but the air conditioning inside is too strong and my hands and feet are cold."I feel sluggish even though it's summer," "Only my toes are cold."Have you ever experience...

Sugars absorbed in the gut, and sugars that aren't? The reason monk fruit and oligosaccharides are considered "sugar-free."

Many of you may have the impression that "carbohydrates = weight gain" and "carbohydrates = blood sugar spike."However, not all carbohydrates are absorbed by the gut in the same way. This time, we ...

What is "low carb"? Is it too late to ask now? Definition and concept

In recent years, the term "low-carb" has become more common in convenience stores and supermarkets. There are an increasing number of products with reduced sugar content, such as bread, sweets, and...

Have you heard the term "carbohydrate fatigue" around town lately?

Many people today suffer from chronic ailments such as "I just can't shake off the fatigue," "I feel extremely sleepy in the afternoon," and "I can't concentrate for long." The cause of these probl...