Renegade Health - High Raw Food Diet, Vegan Diet Friendly, and Organic Diet Articles, Tips, Advice and TV » agave nectar http://renegadehealth.com/blog Sat, 11 Feb 2012 23:01:55 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Are There Any Good Natural Sweeteners? : Renegade Health Exclusive Article http://renegadehealth.com/blog/2011/08/15/are-there-any-good-natural-sweeteners/ http://renegadehealth.com/blog/2011/08/15/are-there-any-good-natural-sweeteners/#comments Mon, 15 Aug 2011 22:56:28 +0000 Kevin Gianni http://renegadehealth.com/blog/?p=6665 bananas
Not ripe yet, but these red bananas will be amazingly good when they’re ready…

Sugar is a hotly contested topic in the health world…

Is it good? Is it bad? Does it feed the brain or does it feed cancer? Can diabetics eat it or not?

This week, I’m going to address various viewpoints from the sugar or no-sugar arguments so you can come up with your own conclusion.

Annmarie and I do eat sugars and the reason why is because I’ve found science to support both sides – which leads me to believe that there is a little truth in both. This evidence means that in moderation – as cliche as it sounds – is the best way to eat natural sugars (unless you have a medical condition that advises against eating it.)

Today, I’m going to start the week with a sugar hierarchy of sorts. This is a list from best to worst sugar substitutes that we eat and don’t eat – with commentary on the good and bad of each one.

So here we go…

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Banana Dream with Orange Cashew Cream, a Recipe from Lisa Mann’s Book, ‘The World Goes Raw – An International Collection of Raw Vegetarian Recipes’

Banana Dream with Orange Cashew Cream – A Raw Recipe from Lisa Mann

This is an adaptation of the classic Mexican dessert, fried bananas. I could eat these for breakfast. And why not? They are so good for you!

I adore this recipe because it uses simple ingredients that are easily found, and it tastes amazing.

Prep time: Five minutes, requires a food processor

]]> http://renegadehealth.com/blog/2011/07/24/banana-dream-with-orange-cashew-cream-a-raw-food-recipe-from-lisa-mann/feed/ 19 Are Coconut Syrup and Coconut Sugar Better Than Agave Nectar? : The Renegade Health Show Episode #826 http://renegadehealth.com/blog/2011/05/20/is-coconut-syrup-and-sugar-better-than-agave-nectar/ http://renegadehealth.com/blog/2011/05/20/is-coconut-syrup-and-sugar-better-than-agave-nectar/#comments Fri, 20 May 2011 15:46:01 +0000 Kevin Gianni http://renegadehealth.com/blog/?p=5317 Everyone always wants to know which sweetener is best…

I’m not a fan of agave nectar, but some people ask about coconut syrup and if it’s just a bad as agave.

In this episode, Annmarie and I explain what we think as well as answer questions about spider eggs in bananas, and if there is any danger in using silicon baking pans.

Take a look…

Your question of the day: Have you tried coconut sugar or syrup before?

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Live Awesome!
Kev

]]> http://renegadehealth.com/blog/2011/05/20/is-coconut-syrup-and-sugar-better-than-agave-nectar/feed/ 23 Agave Nectar Clinical Trials Stopped Due to Severe Side Effects in Diabetics – The Renegade Health Show Episode #428 http://renegadehealth.com/blog/2009/10/29/agave-nectar-clinical-trials-stopped-due-to-severe-side-effects/ http://renegadehealth.com/blog/2009/10/29/agave-nectar-clinical-trials-stopped-due-to-severe-side-effects/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:41:32 +0000 Kevin Gianni http://renegadehealth.com/blog/?p=1881 A reader tipped me off to this study by the Glycemic Research Institute…

Apparently, they had to stop a clinical trial on agave nectar and diabetics because it was causing “severe side effects”.

This is big news that pokes some holes in the “it’s low glycemic, so it must be good for diabetics” theories out there.

I also answer questions about lakanto, lucuma, xylitol and allergies to stevia today!

Take a look and PASS THIS ON! :-)

Your question of the day: What do you do that saves waste?

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Here’s the full link… Agave Nectar Clinical Trials Stopped Due to Severe Side Effects

Live Awesome!
Kev

]]> http://renegadehealth.com/blog/2009/10/29/agave-nectar-clinical-trials-stopped-due-to-severe-side-effects/feed/ 67 Agave Re-Revisited – More On Raw Agave, High Fructose Corn Syrup and How Fructose Affects the Liver – The Renegade Health Show Episode #374 http://renegadehealth.com/blog/2009/08/14/agave-re-revisited-more-on-raw-agave-high-fructose-corn-syrup-and-how-fructose-effects-the-liver/ http://renegadehealth.com/blog/2009/08/14/agave-re-revisited-more-on-raw-agave-high-fructose-corn-syrup-and-how-fructose-effects-the-liver/#comments Fri, 14 Aug 2009 23:00:16 +0000 Kevin Gianni http://renegadehealth.com/blog/?p=1287 Lots of questions about agave nectar from yesterday’s show…

So today, we interrupt our regularly scheduled broadcast for this important update. LOL! :-)

In this episode, I address the effect of fructose on the liver, whether raw agave is any better then cooked, why Madhava no longer carries raw agave nectar, where honey and yacon syrup fall on the sugar scale, and high fructose corn syrup.

This may be controversial.

Take a look…

Your question of the day: What freedoms are you grateful for? (Or, of course, your comments on today’s show!)

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Live Awesome!
Kev

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Today, I’m going to reveal a little more research that I’ve done about agave to help you determine for yourself if you think agave is a healthy sweetener or not.

We’ve stopped using agave in our recipes and do our best to make sure it doesn’t sneak in the RV in a dehydrated product. :-)

Here’s some more on it, plus some other questions!

Take a look…

Your question of the day: What are your thoughts on raw food desserts?

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Live Awesome!
Kev

]]> http://renegadehealth.com/blog/2009/08/13/more-on-agave-is-agave-a-healthy-sweetener/feed/ 96 What to Do if Your Knees Hurt and More on the Agave Saga – The Renegade Health Show Episode #202 http://renegadehealth.com/blog/2008/12/11/what-to-do-if-your-knees-hurt-and-more-on-the-agave-saga/ http://renegadehealth.com/blog/2008/12/11/what-to-do-if-your-knees-hurt-and-more-on-the-agave-saga/#comments Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:24 +0000 Kevin Gianni http://renegadehealth.com/blog/?p=303 I’m kind of done with the agave nectar saga… :-)

I think outside of the back and forth, there’s a message about sugars and sweeteners that we need to know. I talk about it in today’s show.

I also explain how your knees work and how you can help get them “creak” free.

Take a look…



Your question of the day: Are you addicted to sugar?

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Live Awesome!
Kevin

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There are rumors that food companies have been using corn syrup instead of agave to sweeten their foods. There are also rumors that it’s just as bad for you as high fructose corn syrup.

Is it true?

After seeing the resurgence of doubt around agave, I’ve done some more research into it and have confirmed some interesting facts.

We’ve never eaten too much of it, besides in some sweets and deserts, (yes, we’ve used it a few shows as well) but even then, is it too much?

You’ll want to catch this one and pass it along to a friend…


Your question of the day: What are your thoughts on agave?

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BTW: I had meant to mention dates in the video, but forgot and have been reminded by your comments! Thanks guys!! :-)

Live Awesome!
Kevin

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This recipe for non-dairy raw chocolate milk is awesome. Nothing but great taste and powerpacked with selenium (an antioxidant) and magnesium.

So, yes, chocolate milk can be good for you!

Plus, Annmarie has a confession to make…

Find out what it is now…

Your question of the day: What was your favorite drink as a kid?

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Non-Dairy Raw Chocolate Milk

1 cup raw Brazil nuts, soaked 2 or more hours
2-3 Tbps of Cacao powder
4 cups water
1/4 cup agave or honey -more to taste
2 tbsp coconut butter (optional -I didn’t add cause we like to keep our fat intake low)
1 tbsp vanilla extract
2 packets stevia (optional)
pinch of sea salt

Blend water and nuts first on high for about a min, drain in nut bag. Place milk back in blender with remaining ingredients, combined thoroughly and taste for sweetness.

Live Awesome!
Kevin

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We got this lemonade/gingerade recipe from our local health food store (Organic Connection in Brewster, NY) and ever since, we literally crave it!

It’s refreshing and absolutely takes no time to make. We actually finished this episode in under 6 minutes and for about 3 of them we’re having some fun.

Go ahead and check it out…

Your question of the day: Any more water questions? If no, what’s your favorite summer drink?

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Lemon Gingerade Recipe:

6 Cups Clean Water
4-5 juiced Lemons to taste
3-4 inch piece of Ginger juiced add more if you are a ginger lover
1/4 cup agave or to taste

Mix serve over ice and enjoy :-)

If you’re interested in learning more about water from the experts, please go ahead and check out our new series… Renegade Water Secrets. You can read more, by clicking here!

Live Awesome!
Kevin

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