It is time for another 5 Things I love video from Carol. Carol takes time to find the perfect special treats that will help you during your lifetime phase to enjoy new healthy foods and products. Visit the video page for other 5 Things I love videos and other tips from Carol to help you achieve success. In this video Carol's 5 items are Jicama, Pretzels, Crackers, Farrow, and Pasta all for [Continue Reading...]
Importance of Protein & Protein Deficiency
Question of the week- What are the best choices for protein? How can I tell if I am not getting enough? This weeks vlog discusses the importance of protein and what sources are the best choices for your overall health. It’s key to have adequate protein intake. Signs and symptoms of too little protein are: Lack of energy, no desire to do things General weakness and lethargy Fainting - [Continue Reading...]
Meal Replacement
Question of the Week- Meal Replacement This week Carol discusses replacing your protein with protein shakes. One disadvantage is besides those mentioned in the VLOG is the shakes digest much faster than normal animal protein and does not sustain you as long as eating a regular p2 meal. Use with caution as a meal replacement. I did have someone pass out who was not a meat eater and was not [Continue Reading...]
Choose Wisely – Cereal
Choose Wisely #18- Cereal Choices Most nutritionists agree that breakfast is important. In a 2005 study, women who didn’t eat breakfast took in an average 100 calories per day which equals out to about 10 pounds per year. They also had a 10% increase in insulin, 9% increase in cholesterol and 17% increase in LDL (bad Cholesterol). Although cold cereal is not one of my regular breakfast foods, [Continue Reading...]
