Today I want to get some facts out on the important topic of obesity. Whether you yourself have weight issues, obesity, or know someone who does, it will help all of us to better understand obesity. There’s a big misperception about obesity. Ignorance about this topic can be hurtful and cause real damage. I want people to know the truth. So what’s this misunderstanding? People think obesity is a character flaw. Many folks believe: Obesity is caused by taking in more calories than you burn up. That you just need to eat less and move more to lose weight. It’s about … [Read more...]
The Sugar Scare! What to do When your Blood Sugar is Too High and you Don’t Eat Carbs
“It’s the Sugar Scare!” he said. That’s why he didn’t eat any fruit, bread, pasta and rice. Today let's talk about what to do when your blood sugar is too high and you don't eat carbs. “That orange looks and smells so good,” he added, “but I know it’ll jack my sugar up so I’m trying to stick to keto”. The “Sugar Scare” is when people avoid all fruit and starches (anything with carbohydrate) because they think it will raise their blood sugar too much. Instead, they eat only meat, poultry, fish, leafy vegetables and fats (butter, gravy, sauces, dressing and nuts). For many, this “no … [Read more...]
There is More Than One Way to Eat Healthy with Diabetes
There is more than ONE way to eat healthy with Diabetes! Last weekend I attended a a Nutrition Conference which had me saying....wait…what? Here I was, listening to a guy with diabetes who keeps his carbohydrate intake as low as possible all the time. No starchy vegetables, grains, fruit, dairy or sweets. This is how Adam Brown manages his diabetes. For him, it works. He would rather skip all foods with carbohydrate than deal with the increase in glucose level that makes him feel ill. I had never heard of anyone with diabetes choosing to give up carbohydrates completely. I know I couldn’t do … [Read more...]
Let’s Talk About How Much Protein You Need in Your Diet
Let’s talk protein! Are you getting enough? How much do you need? Why should you care? Protein is a critical nutrient and people don’t pay enough attention to it. Nutrition is a science. Because of the massive amount of misinformation on the internet (usually spread by those who are either trying to sell a product or a political point of view) it can be confusing. Today I want to focus on protein and why you need it, how much is recommended and when to consume it. I want you informed and rocking your best health. Here are some common mistakes/misconceptions: 1. Protein is on a pedestal … [Read more...]
How to Take Care of Your Feet When you Have Diabetes
I’m sharing a “James story” with you today to demonstrate how important it is to take care of your feet when you have diabetes. A “James story” is something that happened when I was married to my first husband, James, who had diabetes. He made some catastrophic mistakes in managing his diabetes because he simply didn’t know what to do. (This was prior to and inspiration for my subsequent career in helping people manage and learn about their diabetes). Since working with people with diabetes for over twenty years, I’ve met many others who have made similar errors. I don’t want you to go down … [Read more...]
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