“Go to bed!” “You need your rest!” We’ve all heard that familiar refrain from a parent. You wanted to stay up and watch that television show, or stay on the phone with your friend, or play one more video game. But home was not a democracy, you didn’t have a vote, and you went to bed to get the rest you needed. Then we grew up. You can do it all now (so you think). You can work and play for as long as you like. Or can you? Read on and learn how making this one change can help to better control your weight and diabetes. I recently took a productivity course. Darren Hardy, the instructor, … [Read more...]
Healthy Carbohydrates: Clearing up Confusion about Carbohydrate
With all the confusion about carbohydrates, many people are mistakenly avoiding healthy carbohydrates. Not all carbohydrates are the same and some you need. With advice about what you should eat everywhere you look or listen, it’s no wonder people are confused. Every week one of my clients is surprised to hear that a healthy carbohydrate food they are avoiding is part of a good for them. If you know me, you may have heard this before, but I’m sure it will be new to some. Plus it may serve as a reminder to you, or give you confidence you are eating the good stuff. Over the past 20 years, … [Read more...]
Try This Great Black Bean Potluck Salad Recipe!
Here's a quick and easy recipe that my family loves. Black Bean Potluck Salad! Black Bean Potluck Salad is low in sodium, high in fiber, beautiful, and most of all, delicious. If you are going to a potluck you can take this beautiful dish and be assured to have a healthy option on the table. We enjoyed it all by ourselves at home as a main dish. The quinoa, beans and cheese provide protein, and the other ingredients provide the starch/grains, and veggies. If you have diabetes this is still a great choice. One serving is a good amount of carb for most people, so don't be afraid. especially … [Read more...]
What to do if you Know What to do to Manage Your Weight, but you don’t do it
Today I'm going to tell you about what I do when people want to manage their weight but aren't sure they want to change. They made an appointment with me so I know there is something that makes them somewhat uncomfortable. Linda's story might help you too. At my first appointment with Linda she blurted out “I know what to do. I just don’t do it.” “Do you know why?” I asked “I’m rebellious” she said. “I got tired of watching my diet. Ever since I was a kid my mom was always on me about my weight and how much I ate. Something snapped in me in my 20s. I rebelled and ate and ate.I gained a lot … [Read more...]
How to Plan Healthy, Quick and Easy Meals
Planning healthy, quick and easy meals is easier than you might think. You can eat foods you already enjoy. You don't need any special foods or skills -- no label reading or counting. Many people have heard false information about how to eat when you have diabetes but you can plan easy meals you already love. Here are some common misconceptions about nutrition for diabetes: You shouldn't eat anything white-no bread, potatoes, pasta and rice. You have to make a separate meal and can't eat what the rest of your family is eating. You should just eat vegetables and meat. You … [Read more...]
