Are you a Met? The Alternative Metabolism

Just a few years ago, I thought I was doing everything right—diet, exercise, healthy lifestyle—but my numbers kept creeping toward prediabetes. What I didn’t know then was that I have what I now call an Alternate Metabolism. I, along with 30-70% of the population, was born with the genetic predisposition to improperly handle carbohydrates: breads, […]

Responsible Drinking (of Juice)

Juicing and green drinks have become chic and popular these days. Although I don’t juice often, I have joined the ranks of those who find juicing appealing for the benefit of packing in a lot of nutrients into a palatable and convenient form. I like it when people get more non-glycemic veggies into their diets, […]

Almond Cinnamon Smoothie

Almond Cinnamon Smoothie (Lindy’s Morning, but sometimes late afternoon Smoothie) Last month we delved into the subject of protein powders and what constitutes a healthy one. This month I want to provide you with an energizing and blood sugar stabilizing smoothie that is a daily staple for me. With this smoothie, I never measure ingredients. […]

Spicy Tomato Basil Sauce

What Are the Fords Having for Dinner? What the “Cookin’ Girls” made the week before! Our dinner was actually made and assembled last week. A group of health-minded friends decided to start a cooking club. I just call them the “Cookin’ Girls.” This idea came from April (far left) because she knows how hard it […]

Better Bones: Preventing Osteoporosis

Throughout your lifetime you’ve naturally been losing bone and building it back. For many there comes a point when they start losing more bone than they can replace. For women this often occurs around perimenopause or menopause. Osteoporosis is a progressive disease that manifests in low bone mineral density, thus making the individual susceptible to […]