We are born craving sugar and sweets and for some, this preference carries over into adulthood. Some experts believe the more \u201csweet\u201d tastes you eat, the more you crave sweets. And eating and drinking artificially sweetened foods and beverages may make naturally sweet fruits and vegetables less appetizing to your taste buds.<\/p>\n
Most cultures describe sweet foods as \u201cgood\u201d and bitter foods as \u201cbad.\u201d Some folks are more sensitive to bitter foods, and children are especially averse to the bitter taste of certain vegetables. But the compounds in bitter foods\u2014flavonoids, catechin, and polyphenols, are exactly what makes them good for you (think dark chocolate, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, kale).<\/p>\n
Bitter foods are thought to aid in weight loss. I recall one of my elderly neighbors taking a spoonful of vinegar after eating a heavy meal to help with digestion. Many also believe Angostura\u00ae bitters, a common alcoholic beverage, has restorative properties that can relieve stomach pains and nausea, and can stimulate the appetite and aid digestion.<\/p>\n
Try incorporating different \u201cbitter\u201d veggies and fruits into the diet slowly; green apples are a good place to start, especially with children.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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