The glycemic index (GI) reveals how a food affects your blood sugar. When you consume carbohydrates, the body converts them into glucose (sugar.) The pancreas releases insulin in order to move the sugar from the bloodstream into the cells where it can be used for energy. If there is not a sufficient amount of insulin available, or if the body’s cells are resistant to insulin, … [Read more...] about The Glycemic Index & Its Effects On Blood Sugar
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Do You Know The Difference Between Carbs & Sugars?
Diabetics know to avoid sugar; but are also told to “watch their carbs.” What does this mean? What is the difference between carbs and sugars? Are there certain carbs and sugars that are better for you than others? Let’s investigate the difference between the two, as well as, the effects they have on the body and blood sugar. Whether you consume a food that contains refined … [Read more...] about Do You Know The Difference Between Carbs & Sugars?
Improve Health And Blood Sugar With The Ketogenic Diet
The Ketogenic diet emphasizes eating foods that are high in protein and good fats, while eliminating carb-rich foods. This diet offers the amazing opportunity to heal diabetes with food. One study found that while following the Ketogenic diet, 95.2% of Type II diabetics reduced or terminated their need for blood sugar medication within 6 months! Americans have been … [Read more...] about Improve Health And Blood Sugar With The Ketogenic Diet
Shrimp Scampi with Cauliflower Rice and Shaved Brussels Sprouts
Full of flavor and less than 30 minutes for a delicious meal. You won't miss the carbs from pasta. I promise! My latest discovery is ... wait for it ... already prepared cauliflower rice and shaved brussels sprouts. I was at Trader Joe's and spotted the cauliflower rice and then the shaved brussels sprouts. I turned it over to check the ingredients. Shocker. It was only … [Read more...] about Shrimp Scampi with Cauliflower Rice and Shaved Brussels Sprouts
Cauliflower Rice with shaved Brussels Sprouts
This is a keeper! Easy, quick and delicious for all kinds of recipes. My latest discovery is ... wait for it ... already prepared cauliflower rice and shaved brussels sprouts. I was at Trader Joe's and spotted the cauliflower rice and then the shaved brussels sprouts. I turned it over to check the ingredients. Shocker. It was only the vegetable. Not one more thing. … [Read more...] about Cauliflower Rice with shaved Brussels Sprouts