Tag: insulin resistance

Beware of “Added Sugars” in Drinks

Dr. John Poothullil

Reading Time: 4 minutesIn recent years, there’s been a tidal wave of beverages hitting the shelves — sodas, energy drinks, iced teas, sports drinks, flavored waters, coffee concoctions — all dressed up and deliciously sweetened. But behind the flavor? A hidden danger. Most of these beverages are loaded with added sugars, often in the form of high-fructose corn syrup, a highly processed and inexpensive sweetener used to hook your taste buds — and hijack your health. These taste-enhancing additives are doing more than just making drinks irresistible. They are a major contributing factor…

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How Our Conscious Choices Override Our Need for Nutrients

Dr. John Poothullil

Reading Time: 3 minutesFrom birth, our bodies are finely tuned to meet our nutritional needs. Infants triple their birth weight in the first year, driven by an instinctual drive to feed. As we grow, our nutritional requirements evolve, often imperceptibly. Toddlers experience a natural decline in appetite, coinciding with slower growth rates. Adolescents undergo growth spurts, requiring increased caloric intake, yet they often maintain lean physiques as their bodies efficiently utilize energy. However, as adults, our eating patterns become influenced by various factors beyond mere nutritional needs. Cultural norms, social settings, and emotional…

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