Along with avoiding sugar, diabetics must be watchful of their carb intake, as well. Carbs are the enemy of blood sugar! Or are they? Did you know that there is such a thing as a good carb? That a carb, when eaten in the right way, can actually help stabilize blood sugar? It’s true! Most people equate carbs and sugars as the same thing, but they aren’t. Now, it is true that … [Read more...] about Yes, There Are Such Things As Good Carbs!
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Study Shows A Senior’s Well-Being May Depend On Mind Over Body
Physical illness is not the primary determinant of happiness for older adults, as found in a recent study. Instead, it was found that psychosocial factors have the highest influence on quality of life. Prof. Ladwig and colleagues from the Cooperative Health Research studied thousands of men and women in Germany who were between the ages of 65-90. The study lasted nearly 30 … [Read more...] about Study Shows A Senior’s Well-Being May Depend On Mind Over Body
Do Artificial Sweeteners Help Or Hurt Weight Loss?
As the evils of sugar come farther and farther into the light, people are turning to artificial alternatives to get their “sweet fix.” In the U.S., 40% of adults and 25% of children report consuming artificial sweeteners on a daily basis. Many use these sweeteners as a way to cut calories. To many individuals, weight loss or gain is simple – take in less calories than you use … [Read more...] about Do Artificial Sweeteners Help Or Hurt Weight Loss?
Food Cravings – Why Do We Get Them & How Can We Beat Them?
Food cravings originate in the parts of the brain that manage feelings of pleasure and reward. There are a few different potential causes for a food craving to be triggered. The first is an imbalance of hormones, like serotonin or leptin, which can cause a craving. The absence of essential nutrients can also prompt the brain to crave certain foods. The endorphins that are … [Read more...] about Food Cravings – Why Do We Get Them & How Can We Beat Them?
Top 10 Food Safety Tips For Summer
Summertime means cook-outs, parties, get-togethers, and lots of food! With all that action (and all that heat) food-borne illnesses are on the rise. These tips will help keep your food, and your family, safe this summer. For starters, make sure your hands are clean. Always, always, always wash your hands before and after handling food. A simple hand washing under warm water … [Read more...] about Top 10 Food Safety Tips For Summer