Last night Bob and I were eating what we believe is the best salmon recipe I've ever made. If you like salmon, I bet you will like it too. I've served it to company over and over (as long as they like salmon), and always with rave reviews. Here's what I love, (besides the flavor): It's not fussy, meaning you don't really need to measure the vegetables, or get the timing exact. The veggies can cool down some while you broil the salmon. I've also cooked the salmon in a skillet. You can serve the dish immediately after cooking, or wait a little and its just as scrumptious. It is … [Read more...]
How Much Sugar is Okay to Have When You Have Diabetes
If you have diabetes or are watching your weight there’s a good chance you look at the amount of sugar on" Nutrition Facts" labels. Today we'll talk about what this really means. l will also as discuss the varieties of sugar and what to look at on the label to make the best choices. My friend Mary would only buy food that contained had 8 grams or less sugar. That seemed like a good limit given that she had recently been diagnosed with diabetes. She had already eliminated sweet tea and desserts from her diet. She also severely limited her intake of fresh fruit and dairy - noticing that these … [Read more...]
Cavatappi with Spinach, Beans, and Asiago Cheese Recipe
Today I'm sharing a recipe that has been a family favorite since 2007, Cavatappi with Spinach, Beans, and Asiago Cheese. It's so easy and quick which is why I love it. My hubby and kid simply love the taste. Of course, if it wasn't healthy it wouldn't be a recipe I use regularly for years. Now, to be sure, I occasionally make "not so healthy but delicious" recipes for special occasions, (like the lemon bars I made for Easter). I almost always cook healthy at home where I have control of the environment so that our overall diet ends up being "good enough" (adequate in protein, fruits, … [Read more...]
What you need to know about Diabetes and Alcohol
How Alcohol Affects Your Body when you have Diabetes Alcohol goes straight to your blood stream, unlike food which is digested in your GI tract. The liver sees alcohol as a toxin and is responsible for breaking it down and getting rid of it, which takes about 2 hours per drink. When you drink alcohol faster than the liver can break it down, you feel the effects of intoxication (you get a "buzz"). As you may know, the liver also pumps glucose into your blood to keep your blood sugar from dropping too low. When alcohol is introduced into your system, your liver may not notice your sugar is … [Read more...]
National Nutrition Month Best Fork Forward Solutions
March is National Nutrition Month® and the 2017 theme is “Put Your Best Fork Forward.” Although there are many foods that give you great bang for your health, today I’m highlighting three foods that pack a bang for your bite, plus simple ideas on how to put your best fork forward! Avocado. Avocados contain more potassium than bananas, provide 26 percent RDA for vitamin K, are loaded with minerals and heart-healthy monounsaturated fatty acids, plus and provide a good source of dietary fiber. They also contain the disease fighting antioxidants, lutein and zeaxanthin. Best Fork Forward … [Read more...]