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The Optimal Foods to Eat For Breakfast When You’re in Menopause
During menopause, women tend to gain weight. While this isn’t great it’s pretty common and there are many reasons why. Two reasons why women gain weight during menopause… Reason #1 Reduced muscle mass. Muscle mass uses energy (burns calories) so when we have less of it the body burns less energy overall, leading to weight gain. Unfortunately, this weight gain may appear as increased belly fat. Reason #2 During menopause there is an increase in the hunger hormone “ghrelin”. With an increase in this hormone comes the tendency is to feel hungrier. Menopause also decreased the “satiety” hormone “leptin” […]
What is the Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load?
Glycemic this and glycemic that. Does it matter? You’ll notice that they both begin with “glycemic.” That’s one tip that they have to do with sugars and carbs. Not only how much sugar is in foods, but more importantly, how it affects your blood sugar levels. In general, diets that are high on the glycemic index (GI) and high in glycemic load (GL), tend to increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease. FUN FACT: Starches like those in potatoes and grains are digested into sugar; this is because starch is just a bunch of sugars linked together. Digestive enzymes […]
What is the Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load?
Glycemic this and glycemic that. Does it matter? You’ll notice that they both begin with “glycemic.” That’s one tip that they have to do with sugars and carbs. Not only how much sugar is in foods, but more importantly, how it affects your blood sugar levels. In general, diets that are high on the glycemic index (GI) and high in glycemic load (GL), tend to increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease. FUN FACT: Starches like those in potatoes and grains are digested into sugar; this is because starch is just a bunch of sugars linked together. […]
How to Make Healthy, Easy Snacks When You Can’t Get to the Store
I want to share some of my favorite, healthy, and easy snacks that I think you’re going to love. Why those? Because, in times like these right now, we need easy and simple foods that aren’t just yummy but also full of nutrients and immune-boosting properties. And I’m focusing on snacks because there is a lot of children home and they always ask for snacks! Ther recipes are simple that they can make it themself or during family hang out in the kitchen – a fantastic way of connecting. Those snacks might become your favorite comfort food right […]
Immune Boosting Recipe eBook
By now, you’ve likely stocked up on a bunch of non-perishable foods and frozen foods that will last you a while. But you may not know how to make delicious recipes with all of the ingredients that you have that support your Immune System! I love to eat freshly made food from scratch, but now that might not be easily accessible. So it is time to see what we have in the pantry and our fridges! I’m sure you can come up with some tasty recipes which also support our immune system! When I went to the store right […]
3 Supplements You Should be Taking if You’re Over 45 Years Old
Yes, while I always say that it’s better to get your nutrients from food first sometimes supplements are necessary. Unfortunately, there are just some all-too-common nutrients that we simply don’t get enough of. And they’re absolutely critical to optimal health and wellness. Especially as we age. Here I sifted through the supplements that are available on the market and boiled them down to three that can have the best effect for us. Supplement #1: Vitamin D If you live in North America chances are you are low in vitamin D. It’s the “sunshine vitamin” and we just aren’t able to […]
Smoothie Guide for Healthy Gut and Balanced Hormones.
So what’s the deal with smoothies? Are they good for you? Smoothies are: Chock full of vitamins, enzymes, and minerals Easy to digest, which means optimal assimilation of nutrients Great for stabilizing blood sugar (you will see each smoothie here has a healthy fat, and fat is key for blood sugar stabilization) A fabulous way to consume a variety of different fruits or vegetables at one time Terrific for cleansing the body of toxicity An easy way to add more fiber to your diet for optimal bowel function Why is blending your smoothie beneficial? The health of your body depends […]
Zucchini Cakes
Enjoy this wonderful recipe of zucchini cakes! They are super easy to make and with healthy ingredients. Ingredients 1 tsp olive oil 1 small yellow onion, grated 2 garlic clove 2 cups grated zucchini ½ tsp salt 2 eggs ¼ cup coconut flour 2 tbsp flax meal ½ tsp baking powder Cayo coconut yogurt to garnish Directions Heat half of the olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté the onion and garlic for 2 minutes, then set aside. Place grated zucchini in a colander, sprinkle with the salt and allow to sit in the sink for 10 minutes to drain. […]
5 Ways to Jump Start your Digestion and Reduce the Bloat.
The gut health plays a very important role in your health by helping control digestion and benefiting your immune system and many other aspects of health. An imbalance of unhealthy and healthy microbes in the intestines may contribute to weight gain, high blood sugar, high cholesterol and other disorders Facts: 95% of your serotonin (the happy hormone) is manufactured in your digestive system. 80% of your immune system is manufactured in your digestive system. The focus in this blog is on strengthening this part of your body, the gateway to your health. You’ll boost your immune system, lose weight with ease, and feel less bloated, uncover hidden […]
Valentine’s Truffles
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Do you know what that means? Chocolate, chocolate, and more chocolate! I like to make my own fantastic chocolate truffles instead of buying one at the store because they have healthy ingredients and guilt free! They are super easy to make and they melt-in-your-mouth deliciously making a perfect gift for that special someone in your life (or yourself!). Valentine’s Day Spicy Chocolate Truffles are full of heart-healthy fats from cashews and coconut butter. You will fall in love with these truffles! Rolled in unsweetened shredded coconut, bee pollen, maca powder, matcha tea, […]