Category Archives: Processed-Foods

Hayden’s Story: Stuffing the “Beties” Monster Back into its Box

Hayden’s story begins as many T1D stories do. But that is where the similarities with most people end. The Hatston family went on a mission to vanquish the “beties” monster and put it back into the box from which it escaped to wreak havoc on their precious son. We know you will be as inspired as we are by their unrelenting love for their son and their commitment and dedication to finding a better way to treat Hayden’s type 1 diabetes. Continue reading

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Health-e-Tip: 9 Ways to Control Diabetes & Inflammation

Inflammation and diabetes, or is it diabetes and inflammation? Research now tells us that these conditions are definitely related, although they are not completely sure of the sequence. Continue reading

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The Roller Coaster or the Rolling Plains

The SAD may be more fun to eat because that is what we have trained our bodies and taste buds to enjoy – even crave – but the roller coaster highs and lows can be detrimental to our health. They can be downright dangerous. Continue reading

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What is Really in Your Hamburger?

There are 14 billion hamburgers consumed each year in the United States alone. The people who eat those burgers, though, have little knowledge of what’s actually in them. Continue reading

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Why Does a Salad Cost More Than a Big Mac?

Congress chooses to subsidize foods that we’re supposed to eat less of. It’s a fairly striking pattern. Unhealthful foods, with the exceptions of cookies (the blue line), have gotten a lot cheaper. Continue reading

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7 Reasons Kale Is the New Beef

Kale is far more nutritious than other leafy greens, but these seven reasons why it is such an important future food may just surprise you. Continue reading

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The Kitchen, Not the Factory

The entire American food supply is now produced by only 2% of the population. That is not a type-o! We have jeopardized our food supply through our industrial-scale farms, factories and processes – all designed to produce more with less. Continue reading

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Eating Fish Can Reduce the Risk of Diabetes

Eating lots of cured meats is associated with greater weight gain and a higher obesity rate. The consumption of fish is linked to lower glucose concentrations and a smaller risk of developing diabetes. Continue reading

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Consumption of White Food & Flour Products Linked to Diabetes

For many people the emphasis seems to be on eating foods which look appealing. Unfortunately, these snow white and visually appealing foods come with a hefty price tag when measured in terms of your health and wellbeing Continue reading

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The Miracle of Insulin – Did We Throw the Baby Out with the Bath Water?

There can be no doubt that insulin was the biggest advance in the treatment of diabetes. Due to the current treatment instructions given to most type one diabetics today, it makes me wonder if we didn’t throw the baby out with the bathwater. Continue reading

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How Important are Carbohydrates?

Carbohydrates are the single most important food for long-term health and well-being. I don’t mean over-processed, refined, sugary foods, such as donuts, bread, bagels, muffins, colas, juices, and junk food. Here is what I am talking about Continue reading

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Health-e-Tip: 14 Tips to Make a Difference in Your Child’s Health with Real Food

Making smart choices for your child’s diet really can make an enormous difference in their health and wellbeing. Be interested and interactive with your child about healthy choices for health and life. Here are some suggestions Continue reading

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No Such Thing as Junk Food

what should we consider to be food? This would not have been question a century ago. But today, with our fast food, junk food, snack food, processed food and more, it is a valid question to ask. Continue reading

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No Confusion about Good Nutrition

“Despite the “conflicting” scientific studies and media reports designed to confound rather than enlighten, there is no confusion about what constitutes good nutrition. Continue reading

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Health-e-Tip: Remember the Power of Sleep

Constant stress is not good for our health. Neither is sleep deprivation, which is linked to everything from diabetes & obesity to depression & heart attack. A good night’s sleep is as important as a nutritious diet & regular exercise. Continue reading

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Prevent and Treat Type I Diabetes with Healthy Lifestyle

There are many environmental factors that have contributed to the rapid growth of [type 1 diabetes]. Most experts are now looking to environmental factors that are causing toxic and deficient states in these individuals. Continue reading

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Health-e-Tip: Seek Substitutions for What You Crave

It is unrealistic to think you won’t be tempted to overindulge in your favorite sugary, salty or fatty snack foods. But you can be prepared by having healthy substitutions available. Continue reading

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Health-e-Tip: Make Your Home a Healthy Environment

Your environment should support your healthy lifestyle. Create a positive environment in your kitchen with how you stock and organize it. Do an inventory of your kitchen, and then do the following: Continue reading

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New Stevia-Based Sweeteners versus Natural Stevia: Safe for Everyone?

The fact that Stevia has such an extraordinarily long history as a natural sweetener is a major clue and testament to its safety. Usually it’s the synergistic effect of all the agents in the plant that provide the overall health effect. Continue reading

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Is Coconut Oil Healthy? You Betcha!

coconut oil is actually one of the healthiest oils you can consume, especially for cooking. Many are initially surprised when they learn coconut oil is actually good for you, but indeed it is Continue reading

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