The end of winter tends to be the most frustrating for those that struggle with seasonal depression. We tend to feel even more agitated and moody this time of year especially now that all the excitement of the holidays have died down. March and April for those of us at the coastal northern latitudes means […]
Let me tell you about a simple little magic trick I learned about diabetes while traveling on a road trip with my Type I diabetic friend. Her blood sugar was running very high, so we stopped at a rest stop and she proceeded to run several laps around the grass field followed by several minutes […]
One piece of the diabetes puzzle that often goes un-addressed is stress. Stress is often the reason why people over eat with Type II diabetes in the first place. Stress also can wreak havoc on blood sugar numbers as well. A dear friend of mine from medical school has type I (insulin dependent) diabetes. I […]
To bling or not to bling that is the question… Although many tasty treats will be tempting me at various parties, I usually follow a pretty basic plan of attack to avoid letting them get the best of me. Gluttonous overeating can ruin the joy of socializing by zapping your energy, and making you fill ill. First […]
Buying pre-made produce trays is an efficient effective way to add more fruits and veggies in to your diet. You can simply pack the celery and carrots up for snacks, steam the cauliflower and broccoli for dinner side dishes, and snack on the fruit as a sweet treat in lieu of desserts!
This week, I will be discussing ways in which to prevent heart disease that may be, if not outright surprising, then at least somewhat intriguing. The first surprising way to prevent heart disease is to eat more fat. So, I know what you are thinking, Wow! Are you telling me that I can go out […]
Sitting at a desk all day long creates a hunched over posture, which typically results in upper back and neck pain. The reason for this is that the muscles on the back side of the neck and upper back become chronically stretched throughout the day. A muscle can only stretch for so long before it […]
Believe it or not you can burn more calories throughout the day just by maintaining perfect posture. Upholding a healthy alignment, while continuously contracting your abdominal muscles inward will keep your back and core happier and healthier over time. Strong abs are the key to a healthy back. If you think of your body as […]
Most folks have heard of the health benefits of the Omega 3 oils found primarily in Alaskan Wild Salmon and flaxseeds. Although dietary consumption is always preferred it may not be practical for those with high Omega 3 intake requirements such as those with inflammatory conditions. If you have a problem taking the fish oil […]
Many folks are fatigued simply because they have not had an adequate intake in water for the day. Some experts purport that a 5% reduction in hydration status results in a 25% overall reduction in energy. Signs of severe dehydration ie: lack of skin turgor (skin doesn’t settle back down quickly when the back of […]
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