In reality, even though we watch our diet, blood sugar is not a perfect science. However it is known that some foods are more influential than others. These foods are mostly carbohydrates - and they can affect more than just our blood sugar. Carbohydrates can affect our moods and appetite through a neurotransmitter called serotonin.

Serotonin is unique in that it is indirectly controlled by foods, specifically carbohydrates. It's not surprising that eating foods like chocolate cake and potato chips can lift your spirits for a moment or two - but the aftermath doesn't always seem as exhilarating. This becomes a fattening trend, after a while. Why do we get a spiritual uplift from indulging in these no no yum yums?

There is an explanation for this fattening fix. Different sugars affect the brain in different ways. Beware of sugars that are more processed like: glucose, dextrose, and sucrose. These sugars enter the bloodstream quickly, reaching high levels in a short time. This triggers the release of large amounts of insulin. The evolution of man has not adapted for highly refined sugars. This type of sugar is quickly ushered to the cells. Depending on how active a person you are - this energy may not be used up and therefore results to fat storage. A good indicator to use when choosing carbs is the glycemic index. The lower you stay on the index, the less the overall impact on your blood sugar rise. Checkout Fifty50 glycemic index for a list of everyday foods.

Whey Low is made of natural sugars like sucrose, fructose and lactose - not artificial ingredients. So it's unlikely your grandmother or your little brother will taste the difference. Even better is the fact that it should have substantially less impact on your blood sugar, for it barely reaches 25 on the glycemic index, whereas table sugar is a whopping 100.

This unique blend of all natural sugars is the ideal sugar replacement to control after-meal blood sugars, a definite concern for type 1, as well as type 2 diabetics. Use of Whey Low reduces insulin requirement, which eases stress on the beta cells (in type 2) and exogenous insulin requirements (in type 1). Whey Low also helps strengthen the immune system. The unabsorbed sugars of Whey Low, combined with starch, stimulate growth of healthful gut bacteria known as the prebiotic effect. This healthful gut bacteria has been shown in recent literature to stimulate the immune system.

Whey Low was developed by Lee R. Zehner. When his wife was diagnosed with diabetes in 1999 he wanted to come up with something that would allow her to continue her love for baking, without sacrificing control of her blood sugars. Whether you're whipping up frosting, baking cookies or searching for a new diabetes friendly coffee sweetener - Whey Low gives you an opportunity to indulge in your delights with significantly less impact on your sugars. Thanks to That's Fit for leading me on to this remarkable culinary crutch!

I have been giving this a lot of thought, and I don't think that I will be asking for anything traditional this year for Christmas.

This year for Christmas I would like a years worth of willpower. Yes, willpower. You can do it, Santa. I've been praying for strength but somehow it's getting lost in translation. I'm practically as strong as my potential boyfriend and something feels a little wrong about it. I don't want to get into it, but I'm just saying - you don't ask your butcher for a dozen roses, right? My prayers have been answered in all fairness. The strength I'm looking for is apparently more of a magic trick. You're notorious for feats of magic. Does my Christmas Wish qualify?

Anyhow, I'm sure you've noticed I have had my share of naughty and nice moments this year. Upon reviewing my scorecard you will see the nice far outweigh the naughty. If you could be so kind, I would appreciate my gift of willpower to be rationed throughout the next 365 days, beginning January 1st. Who needs willpower on New Years Eve anyway?

I will anxiously await your safe arrival, Santa. Should your mouth be parched and your tummy empty as you're passing through, you will find 2% in the fridge and Fifty-50 Oatmeal Cookies in the panty. Help yourself!

Love always,
Allie B