High Glycemic Index Foods & “Food Addiction”
High Glycemic Index (GI) Foods & “Food Addiction” High-GI Foods can Trigger “Food Addiction,” Obesity A danger of many commercial smoothies that are: Void of fiber High in artificial sugars and sweeteners High in glycemic load is the threat of an exaggerated reward response, which can lead to “food addiction.” In individuals who are vulnerable […]
Smoothies for Weight Management & Diabetes
Smoothies for Weight Management & Diabetes Research suggests that in individuals with overweight or obesity AND Type 2 Diabetes, liquid meal replacements – when used as part of a weight loss diet – lead to: Improved Cardiometabolic Markers: Modest(*) or marginal (**) reductions in: Weight.* BMI.* Systolic blood pressure.* Body fat.** Waist circumference.** HbA1C.** Fasting glucose.** Fasting insulin.** […]
Let’s Talk About Smoothies
Let’s Talk About Smoothies Smoothies are all the rage these days, but are they really all they’re cracked up to be? From the green vegetable variety to the more-like-milkshake fare, we’ve got the skinny on smoothies here. Smoothie Power: The Benefits of Blending Smoothies are “all the rage” these days, and for good reason! They […]
Sweet-Buster Smoothie
Sweet-Buster Smoothie This simple smoothies delivers 100% daily fiber needs, heaping doses of iron, manganese, magnesium, and great healthy fats that will bust cravings and keep you fueled throughout the day. I suggest having 1 for breakfast or 1/2-servings as morning, afternoon, or before-bedtime snacks. Recipe: 1) 1/2 – 1C leafy greens (collard, spinach, chard) […]
Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie
Easy Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie Easy Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie Smoothie to help with those extra few weight pounds, or just to feel amazingly better: In a blender, combine: 5oz of frozen edamame 2.5 – 5oz of greens: dino kale, red kale, spinach, dandelion greens, etc. 4-8 ounces cucumber or celery juice ~105g frozen berries 1 packet of unsweetened açai […]
