So, you think you’re eating a low-carb/low-sugar diet? You may be surprised to learn that you are likely consuming far more carbohydrates and sugars than you think you are. Now, not all sugars are created equal. For example, natural sugars, like those found in fruits are easier for diabetics to digest because most fruits also contain fiber and antioxidants. These additional … [Read more...] about What Happens When Your “Low-Carb” Diet… Isn’t?
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Try These Anti-Aging Foods & Recipes Now!
Laying the foundation for living longer sounds like intimidating work. Maintaining brain health, heart health, stable blood sugar, a healthy weight, all without driving ourselves up the wall… oh that’s right, staying mental healthy, too! What if living longer was easy? What if all you had to do was eat? Food fuels the body. It also heals the body, and now research is showing … [Read more...] about Try These Anti-Aging Foods & Recipes Now!
Feeling Down? These Foods & Recipes Can Boost Your Mood!
Does eating make you happy? For most of us, the answer is a resounding “Yes!” Most of the time, the level of happiness we derive from our meal depends on what we are eating. Believe it or not, there are foods out there that not only fuel the body, but have the ability to boost mood, as well! Do you consider vegetables to be “happy foods?” Admit it, you’d probably rather have … [Read more...] about Feeling Down? These Foods & Recipes Can Boost Your Mood!
Could This Diet Protect Your Brain From Dementia?
The connection between high blood sugar and Alzheimer’s dementia is so strong, that some researchers have now begun to refer to Alzheimer’s as “Type III diabetes.” If diabetes is not well controlled, excess sugar remains in the blood stream. However, this extra sugar does not just affect the blood; internal organs, including the brain, all feel the strain of uncontrolled blood … [Read more...] about Could This Diet Protect Your Brain From Dementia?
How To Make The Perfect Salad – In A Jar!
Mason jar salads are everywhere on the internet… and now it’s time to put them in your own refrigerator! Your mason jars need to be wide-mouthed with tight-fitting lids in order to keep your salad fresh. For an entrée salad, use a larger mason jar (more room for deliciousness.) If you only want a side salad, use a smaller jar. The absolute key is to put wet ingredients in the … [Read more...] about How To Make The Perfect Salad – In A Jar!