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Weight Loss Success Strategies for Women over 40

Weight Loss Success Strategies for Women over 40

Weight loss success often requires a different approach for women over 40! The struggles are real. You are not alone. Losing weight is hard. But . . . . often times we get in our own way. Consider these strategies to set yourself up for success! Try these 8 strategies...

5 Questions about Drinking Water for Wellness

5 Questions about Drinking Water for Wellness

How much water would you say you drink?  I love water but I still don’t think I drink enough on a consistent basis. Occasionally I have clients who really don’t like water at all and drink almost no water. And I wonder – what harm could that be doing to the body?...

Struggling with the stress of managing diabetes?

Struggling with the stress of managing diabetes?

How do you react to the stress of managing diabetes?    Whether you are trying to prevent, manage or reverse type 2 diabetes, there is one certainty . . . It is stressful.  What to eat, what not to eat, trying to get motivated or find time to exercise - these are just...

How to avoid toxins that can increase diabetes risk.

How to avoid toxins that can increase diabetes risk.

Are you getting toxins from your cookware?  Many years ago I learned not to buy the cheap non-stick pans where the black coating starts to wear off. But recently I attended a webinar about detoxification and was provided a very helpful resource on safe cookware. That...

Are you aware of how diabetes attacks your teeth?

Are you aware of how diabetes attacks your teeth?

Even though it does not get talked about nearly enough, if you have prediabetes or diabetes, you need to know how diabetes attacks your teeth and what you can do to stop it. Are you visiting your dentist every 6 months? In 2 weeks, I have my 6-month cleaning. ...

Are resistant starch foods good for diabetes?

Are resistant starch foods good for diabetes?

What is resistant starch and is it good for diabetes? Have you ever heard of resistant starch foods? Resistant starch is a type of fiber that can’t be digested in the small intestine. That's where most foods including starch is digested and absorbed, and then enters...

7 Things a good diabetes weight loss program should have

7 Things a good diabetes weight loss program should have

Weight loss is hard.  . . . . . . Managing diabetes is even harder. Trying to manage BOTH diabetes and weight loss together can feel so overwhelming you just want to give up.  On the other hand, losing extra weight can really help lower insulin resistance...

10 vitamin C foods that fight diabetes and viral illness

10 vitamin C foods that fight diabetes and viral illness

Did you know that Vitamin C is an important antioxidant for fighting diabetes and other disease AND boosts our immune system? Keeping our immune system strong is more important these days than ever.  If you have diabetes,  that alone can make your immune system...

5 Reasons to Add Brussels Sprouts to your Meal Plan

5 Reasons to Add Brussels Sprouts to your Meal Plan

If you are trying to eat more low carb veggies for better blood sugars, brussels sprouts are a great choice. But they likely aren't one of the most popular vegetables. I used to hate brussels sprouts. I don’t think I ever had them as a kid and then my only exposure as...