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Sorbitol, know more about this term with benefits and side effects of using it.

Sorbitol or scientifically known as D sorbitol and D glucitol is a type of carbohydrate. Basically this compound comes under the category of sugar alcohols. Sorbitol is a water soluble compound that is naturally found in some fruits such as apples, apricots, dates, berries, plums etc. Talking about its commercially manufacture it is processed from corn syrup. One of the prominent ingredient in sweet packed food, beverages and medications. Commercial use of sorbitol includes preserving moisture, adding sweetness, and providing texture to the finished product. • Benefits of using sorbitol. There are many reasons because of which sorbitol has various uses. 1. One of the most common use is in beverages and processed foods. Sugar alcohols are often used in foods and beverages in place of traditional sugar. The main reason behind this is reducing calorie intake. Sorbitol scientifically contains approximately 2/3 of calories then table sugar. 2. Human small intestines are not able to fully di...

Banana chips, know more about them and their impacts on body !

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Banana chips are currently gaining popularity all around the globe for their taste and claimed benefits. They are basically dried fried slices of bananas that have some spices garnishing to give salty taste. They can also be coated with sugar syrup according to the demands. They are currently in trend for snack time. Bananas are considered as highly nutritious food for human beings with a balanced proportion of various nutrients. This fact leaves people wondering that if banana chips are similarly nutritious too. But the thing to keep in mind is unlike bananas, banana chips are highly processed. They just go through several processings and frying and cooking methods before arriving. It’s an estimation that about 72 grams of banana chips can contain up to 400 calories. In which major parts are carbohydrates, sugar and fats. • Banana chips and benefits linked to them. Banana chips are convenient snack options and easily available too. Banana chips are considered light, easy to pack, and ...

Do mineral water really have health benefits ? Just check it out.

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  Mineral water basically comes from natural water reservoirs mainly underground reservoirs and springs. Mineral water contains high amount of minerals such as calcium, magnesium and sodium. Therefore, regular intake of drinking mineral water can offer health benefits. Unlike normal tap water or other type of water, mineral water is generally available bottled. And its source contain natural minerals and traces of some elements. According to an advisory by Food and Drug Administration, mineral water must have at least 250 ppm of total dissolved solids or minerals. The amount of different types of minerals present in water depends on the origin of that mineral water. Now check out below all the benefits from intake of mineral water . • Mineral water can promote good bone health As mineral water contains calcium in prominent amount, which is very important for bone and its health. Meanwhile, studies also revealed that the calcium present in mineral water is easily absorbed by the bod...