Chia seeds contain powerful, easy-to-chew health benefits. In recent years, scientists have discovered that the edible seed that is used to grow the famous “Chia pet” plants are actually packed full of nutrients. Just one tablespoon of chia seeds … [Read more...] about Check Out Some Chia!
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Breakfast Meals for Individuals with Diabetes
Today I'm working on a customized meal plan for a client that wants to lose weight. She sent me a list of her favorite food so that we could make something she actually enjoys, but will still keep her full and her blood sugars will remain stable … [Read more...] about Breakfast Meals for Individuals with Diabetes
Healthy, Hearty Snack
I'm a fan of snacks...simple, easy snacks. When used for the right reasons (to get you to your next meal without being too hungry in order to prevent overeating) they are a great addition to any meal plan. I use this Roasted Almond recipe year- … [Read more...] about Healthy, Hearty Snack
Low(er) Sugar and High(er) Fiber Pumpkin Bread
So I have this amazing Southern cookbook from a church where my mom grew up in Ashland City, Tennessee. When I have my "Southern" cravings, I get it out to find a tasty home style recipe. This week I was really excited to find the Pumpkin Bread … [Read more...] about Low(er) Sugar and High(er) Fiber Pumpkin Bread
Perfect Road Trip Snack… High Fiber Granola
This weekend my husband is going on a road trip with some friends. Since they are driving to Arizona from LA, it's going to take about 6 hours to get there. In an effort for him to (potentially) eat less In-n-Out Burger (and I'm probably fighting a … [Read more...] about Perfect Road Trip Snack… High Fiber Granola
Sugar Alcohols and Diabetes: The Must-Know Facts
What are Sugar Alcohols? Sugar alcohols (also known as polyols) are carbohydrates that are incompletely absorbed from the small intestine into the blood and metabolized by the body. When sugar alcohols are being metabolized, they require the use of … [Read more...] about Sugar Alcohols and Diabetes: The Must-Know Facts