If you’ve ever had a tummy infection, you’ve probably heard of the BRAT diet. It is a bland diet recommended for recovering from a stomach/gastrointestinal infection. It gives the gut a chance to rest and reduces the amount of stool produced. What is the BRAT diet? BRAT is an acronym for: B -Bananas R -Rice A -Applesauce T -Toast Why is it recommended? The BRAT diet helps with recovery from…
I love the fast food diet–more so because I have diabetes–and I am about to tell you why you should switch to it, too, and right away! The word diet always conjures up visions of banned foods—as if you can’t eat the foods you enjoy. Diet seems synonymous with starvation. The problem with most diets is, they do have restrictions of what you can eat and cannot eat. To me,…
So you have a weight loss goal. Are you counting calories after you eat? Of course you are. Stop! I am not saying stop counting calories! What I mean is – don’t count calories AFTER you eat. Why you shouldn’t be counting calories after you eat And here’s why. If you are trying to lose weight and then input your calorie count via your phone app or note them down…
The “badam” or almond is among the most nutrient-rich nuts. It boasts of high protein, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals. We can safely call it a super-food for everyone, including those with diabetes. Almonds are members of the stone fruit family. The almond is the seed of the almond fruit. Some other fruits that belong to the stone fruit family are plums, peaches and nectarines. Almonds were initially cultivated in…
Struggling with food poisoning? Wish this nightmare to end as soon as possible? It can be difficult to get rid of food poisoning when you are too tired from visiting the bathroom. But the good news? Some simple lifestyle changes can accelerate your food poisoning treatment. Here are 5 easy but impactful lifestyle changes that can significantly help you become hale and hearty again. 5 easy ways to recover quickly…