Mindful eating… what does that mean? Being aware of what we are eating, how much we are eating, and when we are full. Another large part of being mindful with eating is acknowledging how food can impact how we feel. Start by taking a closer look at the opinions and feelings you attach to certain foods. For example, do you think of a doughnut as an evil enemy sent to tempt and … [Read more...] about Mindful Eating For Better Blood Sugar
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Trick Yourself Into Making Healthier Food Choices
As mindful diabetics, we are always searching for ways to improve our blood sugar and overall health. The most obvious way to do that is to make healthier food choices. But that ‘simple’ ideal involves more than you may think. Fast food and processed foods are everywhere… literally! They are widely available, convenient, and inexpensive. However, these foods often contain far … [Read more...] about Trick Yourself Into Making Healthier Food Choices
What’s Really In Our Food? The Hidden Ingredients To Watch For
You’re off to the grocery store! You’ve made your shopping list and are confident you’ll be bringing home healthy, nutritious foods for your family. But there could be ingredients hiding inside the foods on your shopping list that are not simply harmful… they could be deadly. The first hidden ingredient on our list is of utmost importance to diabetics. Sugar is hiding in … [Read more...] about What’s Really In Our Food? The Hidden Ingredients To Watch For
Science Proves – Fight Inflammation, Reduce Chronic Disease
Research has found that inflammation is the root cause of many chronic illnesses, and preventing inflammation is absolutely paramount in living the healthy lives we all desire. Inflammation itself is one of the human body’s defensive responses, but when it becomes chronic, it can be devastating. Inflammation is how the body tries to heal after an injury, repair damaged tissue … [Read more...] about Science Proves – Fight Inflammation, Reduce Chronic Disease
Becoming a Supermarket Sleuth – Tips & Tricks For Shopping Healthy
Do you dread grocery shopping? It’s so time-consuming, and can be difficult when it comes to making the right choices for your blood sugar. Never fear, if you are in search of the shopping solution – check out these tips to become a supermarket sleuth! The first rule of stress-free, smart shopping is to make a list. Ponder a few recipes you want to prepare in the upcoming … [Read more...] about Becoming a Supermarket Sleuth – Tips & Tricks For Shopping Healthy