Lifestyle

Spring is famous for a few things: new life, new growth… and cleaning! It’s easy to remember the carpets, the blinds, and the bathrooms when performing your spring cleaning, but it’s important to not forget your kitchen. For many, the ...

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Have you seen the letters GF on food products and restaurant menus? You may know that the letters GF stand for Gluten-Free. However, the true meaning behind those letters can be elusive. Is it just another snooty diet that makes ...

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You’ve seen them in the supermarket – soy milk, soy cheese, soybeans, the entire spectrum of soy products. Advertised as “healthier proteins”, these products have grown in popularity in recent years. However, there has been controversial research regarding the safety of these ...

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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 ...

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Science is continually revealing more and more reasons to stay away from sugar, especially for individuals with diabetes. Increased risks of diabetes complications, heart disease, and cancer have been connected to the consumption of sugar. Everyone knows that in order ...

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Fermented foods – they are becoming more common in the U.S. as recipe ingredients, and as health foods. What does it mean to ferment a food? The process of fermentation occurs when sugars are converted into alcohol or organic acids ...

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According to WebMD, who was quoting Benjamin Franklin, “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” In that particular instance, the article is discussing strategies for more healthful eating habits. However, planning your meals doesn’t just help you get fit, ...

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“Eating healthy is too expensive.” Sound familiar? It is true that higher quality often comes along with a higher price tag, but there are ways to enjoy healthy, delicious foods while keeping on budget. Start by planning your meals. It ...

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Checking your blood sugar is a pain – literally. Throughout the day, diabetics have to prick their fingers to monitor their sugar levels. At healthy, optimal function, the pancreas should release enough insulin to maintain sugar levels at around 100 ...

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Everyone loves the crisp air, joyous music, and family times for the holidays. What no one loves is the stress! We all know it’s coming. Aunt Bethany is flying in from Denver, you have no idea what you’re making for ...

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