You Need to Try KIND's New Gluten-Free Granola Bars (That's Right, Gluten-Free Granola Bars)
It's not everyday that you can find a gluten-free granola bar that tastes delicious and is actually good for you -- like really good for you. However, KIND's new Healthy Grains Barsn are totally changing the granola-bar game, and we love it. With each bar, you'll get one-third of your daily serving needs of heart-healthy whole grains like amaranth, quinoa, and gluten-free oats, which also have a solid dose of protein, vitamins and minerals, too. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - October 31, 2013 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Nutrition breakfast calories diet food gluten-free snacks Source Type: blogs
Sophia
had adopted a very Grain Brain-friendly diet some time ago, but her success is just further evidence that this lifestyle really does work. – Dr. Perlmutter
I’ve been eating all-organic for 14 years now, but starting about 2 years ago, I stopped eating wheat products and noticed a steep reduction in knee pain and hip pain within about a month. Hip arthritis runs in my family, so I was thrilled that something as simple as avoiding wheat could help so much.
Then, about a year ago, I eliminated all grains (except the occasional quinoa side dish and a semi-annual pizza from the best place on earth), and I greatl...
Source: Renegade Neurologist - A Blog by David Perlmutter, MD, FACN - October 29, 2013 Category: Neurologists Authors: gbadmin Tags: Success Source Type: blogs
31 Easy Ways to Eat More Plants: Celebrating National Vegetarian Awareness Month
31 Days in October, 31 Healthy Eating Ideas… Coincidence? I think Not!
October is National Vegetarian Awareness Month. It’s a great time to focus on incorporating more plant-based foods into every meal and snack. As part of my relationship with Silk (I’m a #SilkBlogger, one of two RDs on the team), I’m bringing you this post chock full of easy ideas to help you get more good stuff.
Why Aim for More Plants?
Eating more plants is a good choice for your health and the environment. Plants are loaded with beneficial fiber, vitamins, minerals, protein, antioxidants, and other nutrients your body needs to ...
Source: Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog - October 16, 2013 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Authors: rebeccascritchfield Tags: nutrition coconut milk easy recipes eating healthy plant based diet silk soymilk vegetarian Source Type: blogs
My Healthiest Travel Routine Yet
By Leo Babauta
On our trip to Europe the last couple of weeks, Eva and I tried a new experiment: we ate nothing like we normally do when we travel.
We ended up feeling healthier than ever, and I lost 5 lbs. on the trip. This is highly unusual for us, because usually we eat pretty much whatever we feel like when we travel, and end up heavier and feeling fatter at the end of the trip.
So what did we do differently? We ate no breads, sweets, potatoes, or white rice (in addition to not drinking beer or cocktails, only red wine). This is in addition, of course, to not eating meat, seafood, poultry, dairy or eggs (we’re...
Source: Zen Habits - October 14, 2013 Category: Life Coaches Authors: zenhabits Tags: Health & Fitness Source Type: blogs
Resume Tips That'll Get You Hired, WTF is Kaniwa (!?) and More!
Think you're ready to apply for that dream job? Take a look at these 43 resume tips before you send it in. Oh, and one thing from us: #YouGotThis. [The Daily Muse]
Attention grain lovers: Kaniwa, quinoa's sweet and nutty cousin, might just become a staple in your kitchen pantry this year. Learn why. [Well + Good NYC] (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - October 8, 2013 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Afternoon Snack Beyonce apps career food grocery store find study work workout Source Type: blogs
When Food Becomes Weird: From Arsenic to Insects
This study was done by looking at data of 187,000 people. Almost 13,000 of them developed Type 2 diabetes. Of course, this study was conducted by looking at questionnaires that the participants completed. Still, it's interesting. Also, the researchers found that people who drank fruit juice were more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes (we already knew this). Were there flaws in this study? Probably. But the take-home point is that eating whole fruit (not juice) is good for us and, as we've learned, may help protect against one of the most significant health issues we face today.
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Source: Diabetes Self-Management - September 30, 2013 Category: Diabetes Authors: Amy Campbell Source Type: blogs
Good News: Diabetes Epidemic Grows in China
K. William Watson
An article in yesterday’s New York Times frets that 11.6 percent of people in China suffer from type two diabetes and that half the country’s population may have prediabetic blood glucose levels. How has this come to pass?
Experts have blamed many factors: the introduction of high-calorie Western diets and fast food, more travel by car, sedentary factory jobs replacing farm labor, and families who spoil the one child that most are allowed to have.
Let me offer this paraphrasing: The Chinese people have a great variety of food options, more money, and better jobs. The effect of this ...
Source: Cato-at-liberty - September 11, 2013 Category: Health Medicine and Bioethics Commentators Authors: K. William Watson Source Type: blogs
Health Benefits of Quinoa: Incan "Grain" of Choice
A few years ago, I started seeking out highly nutritious grains and carbs to replace my empty white carbohydrates. One day I stumbled upon quinoa. This superfood is iron, protein and potassium rich. Here are some of the health benefits of quinoa.Contributor: Melissa MattersPublished: Sep 04, 2013 (Source: Most Recent Health Wellness - Associated Content)
Source: Most Recent Health Wellness - Associated Content - September 4, 2013 Category: Other Conditions Source Type: blogs
Low-FODMAP Diet: A New Fad?
By Amy Campbell
Back in 2009 (can it really be that long ago?), I wrote a short series on irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a condition (not a disease) characterized by a number of symptoms including bloating, cramping, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. About one in five Americans has IBS, and having it can range from being mildly annoying to downright debilitating. There are different kinds of treatments available, including changing one's diet, exercising, stress reduction, and medication.
A treatment from down under
People who have IBS will tell you that sometimes the above approaches work for them, and sometimes th...
Source: Diabetes Self-Management - September 3, 2013 Category: Diabetes Authors: Amy Campbell Source Type: blogs
Liking Healthy Foods is a Choice
By Leo Babauta
I have a theory that I’ve been testing: whether you have a taste for a particular food is a choice.
I’m sure there are things you turn your nose up at: vegetables (lots of people), or kale (my kids), eggplant (Eva), tofu (many non-vegetarians), quinoa (crazy people), something.
But what I’ve learned is that tastes can change. In fact, we can change them on purpose:
I used to hate vegetables. Now I love them.
I used to hate soymilk when I first tried it. Now I drink it daily.
I didn’t like brown rice, about 10 years ago. Now I much prefer it to white rice (which has no substance)....
Source: Zen Habits - August 28, 2013 Category: Life Coaches Authors: zenhabits Tags: Happiness Source Type: blogs
More on Dawn’s big wheat-free success!
We’ve lately been parading out some pretty spectacular success stories of people engaging in the Wheat Belly wheat-free lifestyle on the Wheat Belly Facebook page. Dawn wowed us with her story and photos:
“75 lbs off, high blood pressure meds gone, no longer pre-diabetic–sugar levels normal!. No more anti-depressants. I have gone from a tight size 16 to size 2/4!!
Weight has been off over a year, the longest I’ve ever maintained a loss!!!
This tidal wave of success stories like Dawn’s has prompted many readers to ask for the details. Many people enjoying success are doing so with slightly d...
Source: Wheat Belly Blog - August 21, 2013 Category: Cardiology Authors: Dr. Davis Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: blogs
3 Protein-Packed Meatless Salads
Listen, we LOVE salads, especially when they're built right. But the thing that usually transforms them from a side dish into an uh-mazing entree is the addition of meat or fish. On #meatlessmonday, though, you can still enjoy an entree-sized salad packed with protein -- but only if you pick the right ingredients. These three salads may be meat-free, but they'll all leave you full at the end of the meal. Promise. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.)
Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. - August 12, 2013 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Tags: Meatless Monday diet food meatless meals nutrition quinoa salad superfood Source Type: blogs
The Healthful Vegan Diet
‘Let your food be your medicine, and your medicine be your food.’ ~Hippocrates
By Leo Babauta
Eat plants. Those two words are the best things I’ve learned about diet, and if you stick to that, you’re likely be pretty healthy.
That said, eating a vegan diet (no animal products) doesn’t necessarily equate to a healthy diet, despite what many believe.
Yes, vegans on average are healthier and leaner than the average person. But that’s an average — there are unhealthy vegans.
How is that possible? You can eat lots of sweets, fried foods, processed foods, foods with white flour (br...
Source: Zen Habits - July 25, 2013 Category: Life Coaches Authors: zenhabits Tags: Health & Fitness Source Type: blogs
Zero tolerance for hypoglycemia
Wheat elimination starts you powerfully on the path to reversing diabetes. We’ve seen it many times and it continues to develop in people who kiss their bagels, pretzels, and processed foods booby-trapped with wheat goodbye.
But, as diabetics become less diabetic–a process that can occur VERY quickly, often within days of removing all wheat products from their diet–but they are taking insulin or certain diabetes drugs, there is potential for hypoglycemia or low blood sugar. Low blood sugar from diabetes drugs can be dangerous and should be avoided at all costs. (Imagine if a non-diabetic started administ...
Source: Wheat Belly Blog - July 20, 2013 Category: Cardiology Authors: Dr. Davis Tags: Diabetes Source Type: blogs
New & Nutritious Recipes For Your 4th Of July Celebration
Everyone loves a good old-fashioned 4th of July party–spending time with friends, enjoying the outdoors and a traditional BBQ. Revive the old menu of hot dogs & hamburgers with these 3 delicious and nutritious modern BBQ recipes. These recipes are simple, festive, and flavorful, a sure hit for the whole family. See highlights from my latest segment on Let’s Talk Live DC below for these homemade foods that are guaranteed to stand out at the party!
Starters & Appetizers
Start your 4th of July BBQ off right with everyone’s favorite way to cook in the summertime, grilling! Grilled honey lime chicken skewers ...
Source: Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog - June 28, 2013 Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Authors: rebeccascritchfield Tags: cooking eating healthy food nutrition recipes avocados beano chicken georgia pecans honey july 4th lets talk live veggie burgers Source Type: blogs
