Kale is in the same cruciferous family as the gassy cabbage, cauliflower and broccoli. The vegetable is a nutrient powerhouse. Only 36 calories per cup but delivering almost 200% of vitamin A and C, 1000% of vitamin K, 40% of… Read More ›
Month: July 2013
Veggies That Are High In Carbohydates I Call The “Starchettes” One Example, The Potato
The “starchettes” are a group of vegetables that are higher in carbohydrates than other vegetables. Once ingested, they increase glycemic index higher than non-starch vegetables. Higher numbers on the index indicate sugar levels going up rapidly and the pancreas pumping… Read More ›
Fish Oils, Health Effects Depend Upon Chemistry And Getting Marine Life In Your Diet Regularly
Popular healthy fats always in the news are those omega-3 fish oils. What about them and the other fats called omega-6 and omega-9? Are supplements of fish oils (DHA and EPA) as healthy compared to consuming fish? In the chemistry… Read More ›
Renovating Your Mind On Herd Mentality-Buck Peer Pressure And Stand Out From The Rest
As life has progressed, a willingness to make a stand for my core beliefs has accelerated. I am passionate about “trying” to do the right thing. In most instances, I negotiate my way through what seems like brick walls. Tired… Read More ›