In today’s Motivation, Harlee Palmer, PA talks about intermittent fasting or time-restricted eating. This has been a very popular trend, but did you know that it can help stabilize insulin levels? Learn more about this popular topic in today’s video! https://vimeo.com/644371651...
Intermittent fasting is one of the most popular nutritional trends and people often look to it for weight loss. But are there any health benefits behind the hype? If you’re looking to manage your insulin levels, the answer is yes. But the relationship between intermittent fasting and insulin resistance will only work for you if you have the right intermittent fasting schedule. Lifestyle and Insulin Levels Insulin is a necessary element for your body to properly break down food. When you eat a meal, your body breaks down carbohydrates into glucose, which causes a spike in blood sugar levels. To combat this spike, your pancreas releases insulin which attaches to cells and allows them to absorb glucose. However, when you are insulin resistant, this process doesn’t work...
In today’s Motivation, Dr. Larson talks about the hormone, cortisol. Cortisol is most commonly known in relation to a stress response or flight or fight response. In fact, cortisol has a lot of other effects on our bodies. Learn more in this motivational video! https://vimeo.com/641898119 ...
Don’t knock it ‘till you try it: CHOCOLATE HUMMUS ‼️ I’m obviously a little biased when I say that I think this recipe is better than the store-bought kind, but I seriously think it is! A sweet treat that’s packed with protein and fiber, and is super easy to make! Serve it with strawberries, graham crackers, pretzels, bananas, apple slices, Nilla wafers, etc.! Recipe courtesy of our friend Mindfully Murphy, please follow her for more great recipes! INGREDIENTS: 1 can chickpeas (aka garbanzo beans) 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 cup nut butter or tahini 1/4 cup cocoa powder 1/4 cup genuine maple syrup or honey 1/4 nut milk (I used almond) chocolate chips on top I also added monk fruit to make it sweeter! DIRECTIONS: Rinse the chickpeas in...
Are your insulin levels negatively impacting your hormones? Insulin resistance can lead to physical and mental health problems such as weight gain, mood swings, and brain fog. But there are natural ways to balance your insulin levels and keep your hormones in check. What is Insulin? Insulin plays a major role in your metabolism. It turns carbohydrates into glucose and sugar, which are released into the bloodstream and help the cells of your body turn glucose into energy. If your insulin levels are healthy, the more you eat, the more insulin your body releases to regulate your blood sugar. However, if your body has to create too much insulin due to excess sugars and carbohydrates, it can become insulin resistant. When insulin isn’t doing its job, there are many...
Up to 90% of child-bearing women experience pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS) during their lifetime. PMS can lead to physical, emotional, and cognitive side effects which can lower your quality of life. These four holistic and alternative treatments to PMS are available without a prescription. What is PMS? PMS is the physical, emotional, and cognitive effects some women experience the week before their period starts. Symptoms of PMS vary greatly, but some of the most common are: Fatigue Irritability Abdominal pain Breast tenderness Depression Oftentimes, PMS is treated with antidepressants, birth control pills, painkillers like Ibuprofen, and hormonal treatments. Yet, there are some alternative, more holistic ways to treat PMS which are as effective, if not sometimes more effective. Treatment 1: Taking Supplements Supplements can help control certain symptoms. Three of the...
Foundational management of an anti-inflammatory diet with minimal processing, refined carbohydrates, and artificial ingredients is key. Addressing lifestyle factors like sleep, exercise, and stress management are also equally important in the prevention and treatment of COVID. Remember 94% of individuals who get a severe disease and die have comorbidities that are driven by poor lifestyle choices. If there was ever a time to address your foundational health it is right now. General Immune Support ( Pre-COVID or if exposure) Vitamin C 1000-2000 mg daily NAC 600-900 mg twice a day Curcumin 500-1000 mg daily Zinc 15-30 mg daily Quercetin 250 mg twice a day Post-Exposure / Symptomatic COVID Discontinue Zinc, Echinacea and Elderberry Vitamin D3 10,000 IUs daily for 2 weeks Vitamin C 3000 mg daily NAC...
If you are lucky enough to find local carrots with the tops still on don’t throw out the leaves. One of the things I like to make with the leaf tops is Carrot Top Pesto. It is easy, delicious, nutritious, and helps decrease food waste. My recipe uses walnuts for brain health and cancer protection, nutritional yeast for that wonderful umami flavor, and is delicious on pasta, sandwiches or even pizza. Recipe courtesy of our Friends at Pharmacy In Your Kitchen. Please follow them for more delicious recipes! Ingredients: 2 cups carrot tops, no stems, washed 1/2 cup basil leaves packed 1/3 cup walnuts 1/4 cup nutritional yeast 1 garlic clove 1/2 cup olive oil salt and pepper Directions: Place all the ingredients except the oil in a food...
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