Who stole the cookie from the cookie jar? You cant hide…I know it was you.  I’ll cut you some slack though, it’s addicting… no really, scientifically sugar is addicting.

New research showed the addictive properties of sugar in mice eating patterns. Let me be clear, I’m not about to excuse an outrageous sugar habit. But let’s talk about the relationship your brain has with sugar. Read the rest of this entry »

Give me something GOOD to eat! And on Halloween, the definition of good is anything sugar, chocolate, or candy coated. Unless, of course, you are one of THOSE homes who hands out raisins or apples! Please, let us– I mean, the kids- have their fun, NO apples. NO raisins. We say “trick or treat” but we really only mean treat. Raisins are a trick. Read the rest of this entry »