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Cucumbers and little known approaches to reduce diabetic issues

Many who struggle with weight also are prone to diabetes. I'm pleased to offer a guest post by Suzanne Ault that includes a refreshing recipe for Cucumber Salad.

Cucumbers and little known approaches to reduce diabetic issues
 
Are you cool as a cucumber? Not merely is the cucumber known for it's power to cool down the body, it has also been proven to assist with jaundice, diarrhea, epilepsy, sore throat, conjunctivitis (redness of the eye) and swelling of extremities.
 
Often you should try to deseed the cucumber as the body can have a hard time digesting the seeds. You can deseed them yourself easily by cutting them in half and utilizing a spoon to remove the seeds or if you want to eliminate this task it is possible to buy cucumbers that are already seeded.
 
Fresh cucumbers are easy to add to salads and for an easy salad just toss diced cucumbers with sliced red onions, red tomatoes and your favorite all-natural, low-fat balsamic vinaigrette (see recipe below). It is a fast way to make a refreshing salad that reaps the benefits of cucumber.
 
Anti-diabetic Advantages of Cucumber:

Eat Less to Loss weight: Seriously

I've rounded up a new guest author for you...Rebecca Subbiah is a Registered Dietitian in both the United Kingdom and America.She has 8 years of clinical experience in various settings, such as hospitals, nursing homes, outpatient, doctors offices and home health. She is also a certified personal fitness trainer and freelance writer. She specializes in counseling for weight management and is certified by the American Dietetic Association.

Eat Less to Loss weight: Seriously
By Rebecca Subbiah RD, SRD

In a report published in the New England Journal of Medicine earlier this year, it was concluded it’s not what you eat but how much that’s important to lose weight. Researchers evaluated four diets on 811 men and women over a two-year period. Two of the diets were low in fat namely 20% of calories and two were higher - 40% of calories from fat. All of the diets were heart healthy, rich in fruits and vegetables and whole grain’s and low in saturated fat less than 8%.

Importantly the participants attended both individual and group weight loss sessions with registered dietitians and completed an online food diary. They were encouraged to exercise 90 min a week and received an individualized calorie goal.

After the 2-year study they had kept off an average of 9lb and had lost 1-3 inches off their waistlines. The ones who had attended over 2/3 of the sessions had done better losing an average of 13 lb.

The take home for this landmark study is it doesn't really matter what diet you wish to follow, as long it is balanced and you are eating less of it. It also shows that support and an individualized approach is a key factor for long - term success. It is worth looking up a dietitian in your area.

Enjoy food from around the globe, and exploring new restaurants have fun but if you are watching your weight be careful of the quantities you eat, as a little here and there sneaks up on you.

Rebecca Subbiah is a freelance writer and dietitian trained both in the UK and US, check out her blog Chow and Chatter at http://chowandchatter.com

Weight Loss 101 for Labor Day

Ran across an article today with some good tips for Labor Day picnics (if you're in the U.S. and for any picnic if you're not!). Check out the suggestions for health side dishes...

Weight Loss 101: What are some preparation tips and healthy food ideas for Labor Day?

Got a High Crap Diet?

Did you catch that question? I admit, that occasionally I succumb to eating crappy fast food. Cheeseburgers and Mexican food are my weakness.  Following is an article from my colleague and health coach I'm working with, Lynette Patterson. I personally know four people who have lost 75+ pounds each working with Lynette. So she's the real deal.

Got a High Crap Diet?

In today’s full-on, fast-paced, non-stop world, more and more people are relying heavily on processed foods to feed not only themselves, but their families as well. When asked, most people note convenience as a major factor in choosing “fast food,” whether it comes from a drive-thru restaurant or from the grocery store as processed, pre-packaged meals.

It is true, processed food may be convenient, especially for busy families on the run, but just HOW convenient is it, truly? In the moment, processed foods ease time crunches and offer momentary comfort or a quick energy fix. But what about hours later, when you don’t have enough energy to do anything but nap? Or when your focus is broken or the indigestion kicks in. Is processed food convenient then?

Sodium is the Silent Killer - Guest Post by Jeff Hopeck

According to the FDA, nearly 50 million Americans suffer from high blood pressure...Worse, an estimated 50% DON'T KNOW THEY HAVE IT...Why? Watch guest blogger Jeff Hopeck's video...

Sodium is the "silent killer" and increased sodium in your diet is a direct link to high blood pressure......
....and high blood pressure typically has NO SYMPTOMS, that's WHY people don't know they have it.

In this video, I demonstrate how the food industry plays their "slippery tricks" when they manufacture and market foods.

Remember:  2,400-2,500mg/day ONLY -  and that can sometimes be in 1 simple little can of soup, 8 chicken wings, and many other daily household foods that we think are "healthy."

You can learn more about Jeff Hopeck and how to read food labels at his blog Stop Killing Yourself - the website that can help you and your loved ones live longer.

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