Sugar, or glucose, is a major source of energy for the body, but consuming too much or too often can have negative health effects. Sugar begins entering your bloodstream within minutes of eating and ...

Sugar metabolism refers to the process by which the body breaks down carbohydrates into sugars, including glucose and fructose. The body uses these sugars as a source of energy. The body metabolizes ...

Blood sugar is your body’s main source of energy, but chronically elevated levels are the cause of diabetes, which can cause serious health problems. Knowing how to lower your blood sugar is not only ...

Are you a lifelong sweet tooth (a sugar addict)? Can’t finish a meal without something sweet to top it off? Does your stomach have a “reserve tank” purely for sweets? Me too. I could be completely ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Okay, okay, we get it: Eating a pint of Ben and Jerry’s every night while watching Friends for the ...

Amelia Ti is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) based in NYC. She completed her Bachelor's in Nutrition & Dietetics at NYU and Master's in Applied ...