Optimism appears to reduce the risk of heart disease, an association that persists after all other confounding factors have been eliminated.
Sugar-sweetened sodas contribute to weight gain, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, gout, coronary artery disease, and strokes as well, in amounts as low as one soda a day. The findings associating soda consumption and strokes are detailed in a study conducted by researchers at Cleveland Clinic’s Wellness Institute and Harvard University.
In the past few years, nutrition has become a controversial subject. To some it’s political or ethical, and to some it may be the construct on which they base their lifestyle. To me, nutrition is an important and basic foundation of how I want to live my life. What I put into my body determines what I can get out of my body and for how long.
Success at following a low carbohydrates life style comes most readily with a few cautionary suggestions.
Some people understand how a low carb-eating plan can help them lose weight, balance their hormones, and reduce inflammation, and are easily able to make an instant change. However, other folks encounter obstacles with this process.
Makes 1 quart1 medium cabbage, green or red, cored and shredded1 tablespoon caraway seeds or celery seeds1 tablespoon sea salt4 tablespoons whey (if not available, use an additional 1 tablespoon salt)Grated carrots or beets for variety
There are two objections to this concept. First, it goes against everything we’ve ever been told about weight loss. Every bit of dietary advice suggests we cut the fat out of everything we eat and drink. It’s difficult to imagine that we can eat calorie-dense, high fat food as part of a weight loss program. Not only can we, but in fact we must eat those foods to lose weight.Remember that there are three basic food groups:
I love chicken liver pate, and now I have a new favorite recipe. I usually make a double batch, one for the fridge, and one for the freezer, and almost always have some ready to eat. It’s my favorite quick healthy snack. I hope you enjoy it!
As I said in my last blog, simple rules don’t always translate to simple implementation. The straightforward principles of our Weight Loss Eating Plan are not difficult to explain.
The sun beat down on us as we clamored across the boulder field of Shasta-Trinity granite. It was hot, and the shade at McDonald Lake where we’d eaten lunch seemed a distant memory. Our backpacks were laden down with sleeping bags and food; no tents, we were going to sleep under the stars. As we hiked upward, our sweaty backs stuck to the nylon.