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Homemade quiche. Kale from the garden, eggs from the chickens and ducks! I made the crust, my brother in law made kale/carrot filling. Nothing as amazing as cooking with family with local ingredients- yum#familycooking #locsl #northernmichigan.

Homemade quiche. Kale from the garden, eggs from the chickens and ducks! I made the crust, my brother in law made kale/carrot filling. Nothing as amazing as cooking with family with local ingredients- yum#familycooking #locsl #northernmichigan.

Reflections of a Diabetes Educator by Elaine Reynolds RD CDE Post by Kyla Baum RD and aspiring CDE A recipe to enjoy throughout July in commemoration of Independence Day!... 7 Benefits of Quinoa 1. High in fiber 2. Gluten Free 3. High in protein 4. Low glycemic index for better blood glucose control 5. High in minerals such as Iron and Magnesium 6. Has beneficial effects with metabolism 7. High in Antioxidants Here is a great recipe from itsyummi.com for Fourth Of July festivities! ~PATRIOTIC QUINOA SALAD~ Ingredients 1 cup cooked quinoa (1/2 cup uncooked) 1 cup fresh blueberries 8 ounces fresh strawberries, hulled and diced Citrus Dressing 2 ounces (1/4 liquid cup) extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons rice vinegar juice of one medium orange (about 3 tablespoons) 3 tablespoons lime juice 2 teaspoons dijon mustard 1 tablespoon raw honey Instructions 1. Cook quinoa according to package directions. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. 2. To the bowl, add blueberries and diced strawberries; set bowl aside. 3. To a small bowl or a blender, add oil, vinegar, orange and lime juice, honey, and mustard. Whisk or blend until combined. Pour over quinoa and vegetables and use a spoon or salad tongs to toss, 4. For tastiest results, cover bowl with plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together.

Reflections of a Future Diabetes Educator by Kyla Baum The link below is an interesting study describing the therapeutic role yoga can have on Type 2 diabetes. It is an interesting read and there are specific details of certain types of yoga and the specific benefits each one entails. ... Ultimately, it concludes that yoga has holistic effects in diabetes control. Anti-stress mechanisms seem to improve patients’ overall metabolic and physiological profiles. There showed to be an increase in insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance along with lipid metabolism showed to be improved as well. Yoga practices are known to lower blood glucose levels, making this one more thing you can do to help manage your diabetes! https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6145966/

By massaging the kale, you help break down some of the rigid plant-cell structure, which can be irritating to the gut.

Exercise and Type 1 is challenging and resistance exercise may cause elevation in blood sugar. Interesting studying on the timing of resistance exercise and effects on blood glucose.

Diabetes expert Dr. Sarah Hallberg has studied the impact of a low-carb, high-fat diet in treating type 2 diabetes. Her results have been ground-breaking yet la...rgely overlooked by mainstream media and the medical community. Why is this? In this mini-episode of The Doctor’s Farmacy, Dr. Hyman explores this question with author, researcher and executive director of the Nutrition Coalition, Nina Teicholz and also talks to Dr. Sarah Hallberg about her research and the importance of acknowledging that type 2 diabetes reversal is possible. To listen to Dr. Hyman’s full-length conversation with Nina Teicholz visit https://DrMarkHyman.lnk.to/NinaTeicholz To listen to Dr. Hyman’s full-length conversation with Dr. Sarah Hallberg visit https://DrMarkHyman.lnk.to/DrSarahHallberg

It’s clear there are multiple benefits to be had from incorporating a regular gratitude practice into your wellness routine. An article published by UC Davis s...tated, Gratitude is associated with higher levels of good cholesterol (HDL), lower levels of bad cholesterol (LDL), and lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure, both at rest and in the face of stress. Gratitude is also linked to better sleep, with both better sleep quality and duration being linked to a grateful attitude. This same outlook has been linked to higher levels of self-esteem and it can also help us make new friends: Thanking an acquaintance encourages them to pursue an ongoing relationship with you, as it sends a signal that there is potential for a high-quality relationship to be formed.

Reflections of a Diabetes Educator by Elaine Reynolds RD CDE Guest post by Kyla Baum RD and aspiring CDE Summer is a great time to eat fresh fruit and vegetables! A large variety of produce is in season in the summer months so take advantage of what’s available! Farmers Markets are in abundance but if you don’t have access to a Farmers Market, grocery stores will have this produce as well. Although you can find just about anything in grocery stores these days, here are the f...ruits and veggies that are in season in the summer.. Vegetables in Season Now: Radishes Arugula Cucumber Beets Bell Peppers Carrots Zucchini Garlic Corn Rhubarb Fruits in Season Now: Apricots Plums Cherries Blackberries Nectarines Strawberries Peaches Tomatoes Passion Fruit Melon Lemon Limes

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Reflections of a Diabetes Educator by Elaine Reynolds RD CDE Guest contributor to posts- Kyla Baum RD and aspiring diabetes educator As summer rolls in we are enjoying foods outside. It’s such a beautiful time to enjoy the outdoors while eating meals. With this we always need to be aware of food safety. Here are a few USDA recommendations to remember to keep yourself and others safe from foodborne illnesses. 1. Plan ahead - make sure you have ice in cooler, food thermometer,... clean utensils, paper towels and trash bags. 2. Store perishable items in a cooler until they are cooked or eaten. 3. Thaw out meat in a refrigerator the night before you plan on cooking and make sure you cook it to the right temperature by using your thermometer. 4. Wash your hands before cooking and be sure to use clean utensils an dishwear. 5. Don’t leave perishable items in the sun. 6. Cool leftovers as soon as possible to prevent further bacteria growth. See more