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What Happens to Blood Sugar When Replacing Soda with Sparkling Water?

Swapping one can of soda daily for unsweetened sparkling water (carbonated water) is a simple step that can significantly impact blood sugar control. Regular sodas are loaded with high amounts of sugar; a single 330ml can contains approximately 40 grams of added sugar, leading to sharp spikes in blood glucose levels, according to the medical website Verywell Health.

11 h ago | Good Food

How Sweet Potatoes and Peanut Butter Affect Blood Sugar Levels

A recent dietary trend has been circulating on social media involving spreading peanut butter over roasted sweet potatoes. While the combination might seem unusual to some, medical website Verywell Health suggests this pairing could be highly beneficial for regulating blood sugar levels.

12 h ago | Good Food
 
 
Opinion & Analysis

By Khalid Dalal

Governing by Delivery: The Karak Lesson in Keeping the Government's Word

The announcement made by Prime Minister Jafar Hassan during last week's Cabinet session in Karak deserves recognition.

Feb 14,2026| Analysis

By Dr. Emad Al-Hammadin

The Pakistan–Saudi–Turkish Alliance: A Strategic Reading of Its Opportunities and Limits

The proposed Sunni trilateral alliance—if it moves beyond political protocol—represents a new regional alignment capable of reshaping the map of alliances in the Middle East. The three states possess notable complementary capacities across economic, military, political, and demographic domains, as well as an ideological dimension, represented by Sunni Islam, the largest religious component in the Islamic world.

Feb 12,2026| Analysis
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ASEZA Strengthens Oversight of Markets and Food Facilities for Ramadan

ASEZA Strengthens Oversight of Markets and Food Facilities for Ramadan

Dr. Sabri Al-Rafou, Director of the General Oversight and Enforcement Directorate at the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA), confirmed that the directorate has launched a comprehensive oversight plan coinciding with the holy month of Ramadan. The plan aims to bolster food safety systems and protect public health.

14 h ago | Around Jordan
"Iraq ad-Dubb" Cave: A Witness to Civilizations in Northern Jordan

"Iraq ad-Dubb" Cave: A Witness to Civilizations in Northern Jordan

Nestled in the heart of the breathtaking mountainous landscape between the governorates of Ajloun and Irbid, overlooking the enchanting springs of Wadi al-Rayyan in the Jidita area of Koura District, stands the Iraq ad-Dubb cave. A natural and archaeological landmark, this cave serves as a witness to successive human civilizations over thousands of years, blending natural beauty with historical depth in Northern Jordan.

Feb 23,2026 | Around Jordan

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