As a diabetic, it can be frustrating to receive certain gifts. Well-meaning friends give sweets thinking that it’s ok, but for some, the overload of sugar is just too much to regulate. This can also make gift giving to a diabetic somewhat challenging. You know your friend or loved one has a sweet tooth and [...]
During the holidays, one of the best things is receiving gifts from all of your friends and family. It’s great to see what they were thinking when they bought you a particular gift. Of course, one of the hardest things is buying a gift for those same people. Many friends and family members will [...]
A chocolate pecan pie is, of course, a great tasting dessert. However, can this sweet and tempting treat possibly contain healthy ingredients? The research is saying “YES.” Chocolate as well as pecans contain many health benefits. If you are worried about your cholesterol levels or blood pressure, but still want a delicious treat, [...]
Food has always been a significant part of the holidays. Whether you are roasting a turkey for Thanksgiving, baking a ham for Christmas, or grilling hot dogs for the 4th of July, food stands out and has to be perfect when having the family or friends over for the holidays. Not only is [...]
While chocolate pecan pie is definitely delicious, you might be surprised to learn that the dessert’s ingredients also have a unique and fascinating history. Knowing the secrets of the pie’s past may not make it more delicious but it can be a great way to break the ice at a party or to strike up [...]
Growing up we probably all have been told at one time or another to drink our milk and to eat low fat dairy products. The reason we were told this is because our parents and caregivers knew that by consuming calcium rich foods our bodies would greatly benefit and our bones and teeth would be [...]
As we all know life can be challenging at times. Many of us feel overwhelmed for many different reasons. Sometimes our lives feel like they’re running too fast and we feel like we are living on the edge. With our busy and fast paced lifestyles sometimes we don’t take the time to eat a healthy [...]
It is a sad and stressful time when a loved one passes away. You grieve for that person; you have to deal with the technicalities of their passing such as funeral arrangements and memorial services. After this is all said and done, there is that moment when you and the family have to go through [...]
I hope your enjoying your summer! Hard to believe we’re half way through another year. Seems like yesterday I was celebrating New Year’s Day at a friend’s house, watching football and playing about 4 hours of tennis. How are your resolutions going? July is a good time to reflect on those resolutions because the year [...]
Unlike macro-minerals such as calcium, which the body needs in gram amounts, trace minerals such as iron, selenium, zinc, silicon, chromium, sulfur, and copper are only needed in milligram or micrograms. However, these small quantities do not reflect the importance of trace minerals, as inadequate intake can have huge effects on the body. Lets discuss [...]
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