Archives for August 2013

4 Benefits of Flaxseed

August 29, 2013 by Lou Ann Donovan Leave a Comment

Have you tried flaxseed yet? Do you know the benefits of flax? Here’s my list of 4 benefits of flaxseed and why you should consider adding it to your diet.

Benefits and Nutrients of Flaxseed

Anti-inflammatory system – “essential” omega-3 fatty acids means they must be consumed because our body doesn’t make them and plays an important role with inflammation.

Keep bowels regular – flax is a great source of fiber.

Reduce breast and prostate cancer risk – flax contains lignans which alters the way your body metabolizes estrogen into safer forms.

Regulate hot flashes and menstrual cycle – daily dose of 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed recommended to reap the benefits.

[iconbox title=”Tip” icon=”Key.png”]Flaxseed contains 8 grams of fiber per tablespoon.[/iconbox] [Read more…]

Health Risk, Strengths, Weight Loss by Blood Type

August 20, 2013 by Lou Ann Donovan 1 Comment

Research suggests that your blood type may affect several areas of your health such as; digestive system, diet profile, type of exercise, weight loss results, supplements and health risk to various diseases.

When reading the diet profile about my blood type O, I was not surprised by what I read. It recommends that I reduce gluten/wheat which I’ve had sensitivity and to increase protein which helps with my low blood sugar. So there may be something to eating for your blood type. Here’s my earlier post with the blood type diet profile foods and best exercises for your type: Eating Right for Your Blood Type

Blood Type & Diet

Health Risk, Strengths, Weight Loss by Blood Type

Find your blood type below and read about your susceptibility to various health risks, strengths within your body, weight loss foods which ones to reduce and increase in your diet and suggested supplements to add.

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Health Risk: heart disease, cancer, anemia, liver and gallbladder disorders and type 1 diabetes

Strengths: immune system metabolizes nutrients easily, adapts well to changes in diet and environment

Weight Loss: reduce meat, dairy, wheat and increase vegetables, soy foods, pineapple and add supplements B-12, folic acid, vitamin C and E [Read more…]

Low Glycemic Foods to Enjoy

August 4, 2013 by Lou Ann Donovan 1 Comment

Glycemic Foods series second article – Low Glycemic Foods to Enjoy! Here is my first post about high glycemic foods to avoid.

The purpose of a low glycemic diet is to consume foods and beverages with low glycemic index rankings to help you keep your blood sugar balanced. In addition this can help you lose weight plus reduce the risk of chronic diseases like; diabetes, obesity, gallbladder and cardiovascular disease.