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The fragrant spice cinnamon is an intriguing compound as it has demonstrated powerful antioxidative, anti-microbial and cancer- protective properties. It is also a good choice for those with type 2 diabetes as its use has been shown to lower fasting blood glucose while improving insulin resistance.
Source: Cinnamon intake lowers fasting blood glucose: meta-analysis.
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 Start your day with this in mind:
"Health must be a priority. Without your health, nothing else matters. When you take care of yourself, you take care of those who love you and who depend on you. It is all too common for you to make everyone else's needs the priority and to leave the leftovers for yourself. This will only work temporarily. When the break comes - and it will - the consequences will wipe out any advantages you may have gained by sacrificing your physical needs. Today, be resolved to make your health a priority; be a good steward of the physical body you were given so you can fulfill the spiritual reasons for your existence."  Check out this must read blog about the benefits and uses for avocado! http://purelyelizabeth.wordpress.com/2013/04/09/ingredient-digest-avocados/ It may not sound like the best combination, but take it from me, this chocolate & avocado shake tastes great and is full of nutrients!
Top your shake with some hemp seeds and you have now just created a superfood powerhouse. Hemp seeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, protein, sulfur, iron and vitamin E! Ingredients: 8 oz of unsweetened almond, coconut or GMO-free soy milk 1 frozen banana 1/2 cup crushed ice 1/2 an avocado 2 Tbsp unsweetened raw cacao 2 Tbsp all-natural almond butter or peanut butter 2 Pieces seedless dates 1 tbsp. hemp or chia seeds (for topping) Directions: Blend all but hemp seeds together. Top off with hemp or chia seeds and enjoy! |
AuthorAlissa Robertson, MS, RD, Nutrition Specialist and Owner of Lifestyle Management & Nutrition, received her Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics and Nutrition from the University of Vermont. Upon graduation in 2003 she spent four years providing nutrition education and counseling to local Vermonters. In 2007 she returned to the University of Vermont to complete a two-year Master's program in Dietetics and Nutrition. She is now practicing as a Registered Dietitian at Essex Physical Therapy located in Essex Center, Vermont. Archives
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