Reader Question: "I have a question about how much water should you have in a day and if you drink it in a sport bottle what size should it be? And if you put stuff in it like flavored stuff is that ok?" Great questions. :) Let's chat about how much water you should drink per … [Read more...] about How much water should you drink a day?
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Is A Low Fat Or Low Carb Diabetic Diet Best?
For decades dietary guidelines and health organizations have been recommending we eat a low fat diet. The common dietary prescription currently given to diabetics is to eat less fat and protein and more carbohydrate. Personally this advice never made sense to me. Given the way … [Read more...] about Is A Low Fat Or Low Carb Diabetic Diet Best?
Chicken Cashew Veggie Stir Fry
Vegetables are the very best source of carbohydrates when you're a diabetic. They are high in fiber, low in overall carbohydrate, and full of vitamins and minerals. So this is a great veggie packed meal that lets the vegetables shine with their own natural flavor. If you're not … [Read more...] about Chicken Cashew Veggie Stir Fry
Magnesium and Diabetes (Type 2)
I first came across the benefits of magnesium years ago when I bought the book "Magnesium: The Miracle Mineral" by Dr Sandra Cabot. It's had good use over the years and it never ceases to amaze me just how many benefits magnesium really has, for everyone, and for diabetics … [Read more...] about Magnesium and Diabetes (Type 2)
4 Major Annoyances About The Diabetes “Industry” I Need To Get Off My Chest…
I apologize up front that this post is quite long but I recommend you read it. You see, there are a few things I want to get off my chest, pet peeves, annoyances, things that make me shake my head and even sometimes make me want to shout. I was recently doing some research and … [Read more...] about 4 Major Annoyances About The Diabetes “Industry” I Need To Get Off My Chest…
Chili Beef Crockpot or Casserole
We're all about easy meals here because I like to get meals on the table fast. Do you? Seriously, I LOVE my crockpot. It's been a savior for getting meals on the table in those busy times. Having a houseful of kids (thankfully not anymore) and being super busy, over the years if … [Read more...] about Chili Beef Crockpot or Casserole