Summer is here and that means it is time to prepare our palettes for the herby deliciousness that is fresh basil! From pesto dip to cocktails, basil is not only versatile, it is fantastic for your health – even helping to manage blood glucose and inflammation levels! Before we hit the recipes, let’s review why basil is so good for the body, especially for those with … [Read more...] about Basil Baby! Fresh Ways To Use The Healthy, Delicious Herb This Summer
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Healthy Grilling Made Simple For Summer
Summer is here! That means it’s time for a good ole’ backyard barbecue. Gather friends and family, and get the grill ready! Before we get-to-grilling however, there are a few considerations to be made to ensure we aren’t compromising health or blood sugar. Firstly, which type of food do you envision when you hear the word “grill?” I’ll wager I’m right when I say… meat! For … [Read more...] about Healthy Grilling Made Simple For Summer
Give These Diabetes-Fighting Foods A Place On Your Plate!
What if you could be confident that the foods you eat would lower your blood sugar instead of raising it? You can be... as long as you choose the right foods. Next to the fresh vegetables, lean protein, and healthy fats, try putting some of these diabetes-fighting foods on your next plate! Apple Cider Vinegar There has been quite a bit of hype recently about apple cider … [Read more...] about Give These Diabetes-Fighting Foods A Place On Your Plate!
The Mediterranean Diet Improves Gut Health
You’ve probably heard of the Mediterranean Diet, and the incredible impact it can have on health. It started when scientists wanted to find out why death from cardiovascular diseases (the number one cause of death in the U.S.) is significantly lower in countries around the Mediterranean Sea. Their research findings credit the Mediterranean Diet due to its many benefits: reduced … [Read more...] about The Mediterranean Diet Improves Gut Health
What Makes Certain Foods So Addictive?
Everyone has certain foods that they absolutely love. What happens with that love for a food turns into a dependency? Is food addiction possible, and if so what makes certain foods more addictive than others? Research is finding that not only is food addiction possible, it affects over 70 million adults across the United States. 70 million. Can you believe it? Scientific … [Read more...] about What Makes Certain Foods So Addictive?