What Is Cyclospora- and Should Canadians Be Worried About the Outbreak?
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What Is Cyclospora- and Should Canadians Be Worried About the Outbreak?

A dietitian’s guide to what’s happening, which symptoms to watch for and whether you need to stop eating salad You may have recently seen unsettling headlines about a parasite called Cyclospora causing thousands of gastrointestinal illnesses across the United States. Because fresh produce—particularly lettuce—has been implicated, it is understandable that Canadians are asking: Is our food affected…

Why Switching from High Fructose Corn Syrup to Cane Sugar Isn’t the Health Win You Think It Is

Why Switching from High Fructose Corn Syrup to Cane Sugar Isn’t the Health Win You Think It Is

There’s been a lot of buzz lately about Coca-Cola swapping high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) for cane sugar in some U.S. markets. And while it might sound like a healthier move, the truth is… not much is changing where it matters most: your health. Let’s unpack why this sweet swap isn’t the win you might think it is….