Healthy Lifestyle – Page 56

The Coconut Miracle

We believe that extra virgin coconut oil can boost energy, while decreasing cravings for carbohydrates and sweets. It is known to stimulate metabolism, improve digestion, and release fat cells. It also gently stimulates the thyroid. Coconut Oil is the healthiest oil we can eat. Use the pure, organic brand to make sure you are getting…

Vitamin C

You can take up to 5000 mg of vitamin C per day. Most people don’t get enough vitamin C and it’s so important. I do not recommend chewable vitamin C tablets as there is added sugar in them and sugar depletes vitamin C from our bodies. So, you would be defeating the purpose 🙂 Also,…

Agave Nectar

Agave Nectar good natural sweetener as long as it’s Pure Raw Organic. I recommend Raw Blue Agave Nectar, not any other type. However, keep in mind that I believe natural sweeteners should be for occasional use, not for everyday consumption. The only sweetener that can safely be used on a daily basis is Stevia, which…

Sugar Alcohols

Sugar alcohols (common ones: maltitol, xylitol, sorbitol, and erythritol) are not sugar nor are they alcohol. While they are safe for diabetics because they don’t cause an upsurge in blood sugar and are lower in calories than sugar, they can cause bloating and even diarrhea. Sugar alcohols are found in very low levels in some…

Choose Wisely – Canned Tuna

When picking out our foods, it is important to read the ingredients in order to find the best possible for our bodies. This week we want to talk about tuna. Tuna is is rich in protein, low in fat and calories and is an excellent source of the essential omega-3 fatty acids which help to…

Choose Wisely – Butter

A big misconception most of us have heard is that butter is bad for you and that you should eat Smart Balance or other tub type “butters”. Many fall into the marketing ploys that these are healthier and better for you. However, just the opposite is true. Most of these margarine type spreads contain trans-fats…