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28
Feb
Low GI Tip – Spice up Dinner
Published in healthy-strategies
Spice up Dinner
Recent research tells us that hot chili peppers are an up-and-coming health power.
One study discovered that adding chilies to meals may protect against the buildup of cholesterol in the blood.
Another found that regularly eating hot chilies reduces insulin requirements, which may have implications in the prevention and treatment of diabetes.
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Tags: chili peppers, diabetes, eliminate cholesterol, health power, health strategy, low gi tip, mdarascom, reduce insulin, spice up dinner, wellness
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27
Feb
Low GI Tip – Get Enough Calcium
Published in healthy-strategies
Get Enough Calcium
Sufficient daily calcium intake is necessary for maintaining optimal bone density, healthy bones and teeth and has been shown to ease the discomfort of PMS in women.
When the body does not get enough calcium per day, it draws calcium from your bones.
The National Academy of Sciences has established guidelines for calcium that [...]
Tags: 1000 mg daily, bone density, get enough calcium, health strategy, healthy bones, low gi tip, mdarascom, steals calcium from bones, teeth, wellness
26
Feb
Low GI Tip – Eat More Protein
Published in healthy-strategies
Eat More Protein
We lose muscle mass after middle age, which slows metabolism and can lead to weight gain.
Research shows that diets with up to 50-percent protein may help and are safe for most (except those with kidney disease). A 130-pound adult could aim for 70 grams daily.
A special thanks to the folks at Best [...]
Tags: after middle age, eat more protein, healthy-strategies, lose muscle mass, low gi tip, mdarascom, slows metabolism, weight gain, wellness
25
Feb
Stop Smoking – Just Do it
Published in healthy-strategies
A special thanks to the folks at WebMD for sharing their stop smoking ideas.
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Tags: health benefits, how to, quit smoking, stop smoking
24
Feb
Low GI Recipe – Sweet-Potato Couscous
Published in low-gi-recipes
Sweet-Potato Couscous
Recipe Notes
It looks and cooks like a grain, but couscous is actually pasta made from ground semolina wheat.
For a sweet treat, season with cinnamon and cardamom, then top with roasted root vegetables such as parsnip, turnip, and sweet potato.
Or eat couscous for breakfast with honey, a dash of cinnamon, and a bit [...]
Tags: antioxidants, couscous, omega-3 fats, sweet potato, vitamin k
23
Feb
It’s only Castle’s Burning
Published in mental-health
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To quote an infamous Neil Young tune:
“Old man lying by the side of the road
With the lorries rolling by,
Blue moon sinking from the weight of the load
And the building scrape [...]
Tags: mental-health, motivational quotes, positive energy, positive mental attitude
22
Feb
Low GI Recipe – Vegetable Chili
Published in low-gi-recipes
Vegetable Chili
Recipe Notes
This hearty corn and black bean chili makes a satisfying main dish. Serve it with warm cornbread or corn tortillas.
Eat corn right off the cob or mixed with other veggie favorites to get your fix of fiber for healthy digestion.
Ingredients:
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
2 medium garlic cloves, very finely chopped
1 large red [...]
Tags: healthy chili, healthy eating, low gi, low gi lifestyle, low gi recipe, no meat chili, spicy vegetable chili, vegetable chili
21
Feb
SparkPeople – My Gift to You
Published in health-and-fitness
A key part of lifestyle change is fitness. How are you going to possibly squeeze more minutes out of your day to work out?
If you are like me, I need something in place to make me accountable. It could take the shape of a personal trainer, exercise buddy or a FREE online tracking system.
Since I [...]
Tags: fitness plan, food tracker, health-and-fitness, motivation, personalized meal plan, sparkpeople
20
Feb
Low GI Recipe – Beer-Braised Turkey Tacos
Published in low-gi-recipes
Beer-Braised Turkey Tacos
Recipe Notes
This recipe is quick and easy – good for those nights you don’t have a lot of time to prepare dinner.
Ingredients:
Two 1-pound bone-in turkey thighs or drumsticks, skin and fat removed
Salt and freshly ground pepper
4 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 medium white onion, cut into 1-inch dice, plus minced white onion, for [...]
Tags: chicken tacos, healthy eating, low gi, low gi recipe
