One of the reasons why I use Stevia as a sweetener in my supplements is that other than the preference of taste there isn’t any known downside to stevia in terms of health. As far as I have seen, there isn’t any negative impact on blood sugar, cancer, digestion or immunity. In fact, pre-clinical studies […]
Category: Eating Habits
Are artificial sweeteners making you fat?
What if I told you that artificial sweeteners like sucralose, Splenda, aspartame, sweet n low, NutraSweet were actually increasing your risk of fat accumulation. Crazy right? I mean we are told by the American Diabetic Association that zero-calorie sweeteners don’t count and if you are macro counting for weight loss, there are no carbs in […]
11 Thoughts for Holiday Health Accumulation
1. Know your boundaries. Do not wait until the meal, dessert, alcohol, late-night is upon you to decide what your boundaries are on the path of health accumulation. Make your decision now. How you are going to respond, what are you going to do when presented with tempting food or drinks? 2. When making desserts, strongly […]
Stop Event Dieting – Start Daily Living
Have you heard the term “skinny fat”? It’s used to describe people who are skinny, but don’t have any muscle tone. I don’t think anyone sets out to be a poster child for “skinny fat” but this is what happens when we crash diet or try a miracle pill to lose weight. Instant gratification never […]
The Compound Effect of Healthy Habits
Raise your virtual hand if you have heard of Hal Elrod’s Miracle Morning? It’s about setting aside time for personal development in the morning, before the demands of the day steal our attention. This is an example of developing habits for personal growth so that you can achieve your dreams. Consider your ideal health story […]
My Top 5 Go-To Foods
Green Apples with Almond Butter One of the hallmarks of green apples is their minimal effect on blood sugar. They are loaded with fiber and phytochemicals that act as a blessing to the digestive tract, liver and skin. However, they are also one of the highest sources of D-glucaric acid. D-glucaric acid can help reduce […]
Are your eating habits making you FAT?
For the average “weight loss” specialist, calorie reduction and exercise are the mainstay of their weight loss programs. I think the best word to describe the plight of most people trying to lose weight is FRUSTRATION! This frustration is due to the fact that the weight loss program being practiced is not going to lead […]