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How fruit juice affects the gut
It was previously believed that fructose, which is the sugar found in fruit and fruit juice, is processed by the liver. However, a new study suggests that fructose is mainly processed in the small intestine.Researchers reveal that fructose is primarily processed in the small intestine, not the liver.The study, which is published in the journal Cell Metabolism, reveals that processed high-sugar food and drink only spills over into the liver for processing when the small intestine becomes overwhelmed.The recent findings add to the body of scientific knowledge on the effects of too much fructose on the body.We know from previous...
Eggs
Eggs are another source of protein that can easily be incorporated into a balanced diet. Being very versatile, they can be added to many meals - not just breakfast. They contain other vitamins, including vitamin B-2, also known as riboflavin, and vitamin B-12, both of which are important for energy and red blood cells. It is also a good source of the essential amino acid leucine, which is important for stimulating muscle protein synthesis. The yolk of the egg contains the majority of the vitamins and minerals. It also contains the fat and cholesterol, however, research has shown that eggs...