You see them in commercials on TV, and on shelf after shelf at the supermarket. These days, it may seem that more people are drinking protein shakes than eating actual food! Protein shakes can be helpful in adding nutrients to one’s diet, and in some instances, can help support weight loss. However, it is important to keep in mind that they can also pose health dangers. It is … [Read more...] about Do Protein Shakes Encourage Or Prevent Weight Loss?
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Faster Food – Smarter Choices
Fast food is everywhere… literally! It’s widely available, convenient, and inexpensive. However, fast foods often contain large amounts of added sugar and are high in saturated fats and trans-fats. This combination is especially dangerous for diabetics as it causes food to be digested more quickly. Without good fats and fiber to slow the absorption of sugar into the … [Read more...] about Faster Food – Smarter Choices
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?
Is The Protein In Your Diet Leading To Higher Blood Sugar?
Protein is essential to the body, down to the cellular level. Did you know that your nails and hair are made mostly of protein? The body uses protein to build and repair muscle tissue, cartilage, skin, even the blood. Protein is a "macronutrient." This means it is a substance that the body needs in large amounts. Unlike fat and carbohydrates, the human body does not “store” … [Read more...] about Is The Protein In Your Diet Leading To Higher Blood Sugar?
Are You Making These Low-Carb Lifestyle Mistakes?
The Ketogenic diet emphasizes eating foods that are high in protein and good fats, while eliminating carb-rich foods. The foods prohibited by the Keto diet include: bread, crackers, bagels, cookies, pastries, etc. Processed foods found in boxes and plastic bags are out. Vegetables, meats, seafood, fats, and dairy are in. Basically, foods made with white flour and sugar are off … [Read more...] about Are You Making These Low-Carb Lifestyle Mistakes?