Monthly Archives: April 2011

How Much Protein Do I Need In My Diet?

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As I mentioned in previous blogs the food label can be very confusing. I believe that the amount of protein should be listed first on the Nutrition Facts. Unbelievably, it is listed last. As you notice it is always referred…
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Stop Pre-Diabetes and Prevent Diabetes

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Pre-diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes are at epidemic proportions. If you are fortunate enough to learn you are pre-diabetic there are minor nutritional changes you can make that can prevent diabetes. Physicians are referring patients to me that are in…
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Swiss Chard with Shallots

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Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 shallot, finely chopped 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes 2 bunches Red or White Swiss chard, rinsed well (I prefer the red, it is sweeter) 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or balsamic vinegar (I prefer…
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Enjoy A Burrito The Healthy Way

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Did you realize that those huge burritos that you purchase at Taquerias can be 1000 calories? By the time you take into account the large tortilla, beans, rice, meat, salsa and sometimes guacamole and sour cream you will be at…
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