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Month: September 2017

  • Carbohydrate Food Sources

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    Philip Archer
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    What are carbohydrates? Carbohydrates are the main energy source for our body. During digestion they get broken down to glucose to provide energy for the cells of our body.    Carbohydrates can be: Complex  derived from plant sources and contain starch OR Simple  sugar, jam, honey     Which carbohydrates should I eat more of?…

  • SUGAR FREE CURRY POWDER

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    Philip Archer
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    As diabetics, we need to take control of are carb content in our food. I have found that many bought curry powders seem to contain sugar and need to be used in moderation. So why not make our own, it is so better and rewarding and con provide a little exercise especially if we use…

  • What’s the deal with the Mediterranean diet?

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    The Mediterranean diet comes in many different shapes and forms. In fact, there are around 18 different countries lying on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea so it is not surprising that there may be variation. These diets are all tied together with the same common component, olive oil. The traditional Mediterranean diet embraces olive…

  • What is the keto flu?

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    Philip Archer
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    A common thing people keep asking me, is that after a few days into a ketogenic diet is, why do I feel so tired, and have a horrible headache, maybe this diet is not working for  many people in the community know this induction period as the keto flu. You see, as we switch our…

  • Chutney Etc.

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      CILANTRO MINT CHUTNEY INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 bunch cilantro, tender stems ok 1 cup mint leaves, packed. 1 medium jalapeno, sliced. 2 teaspoons sliced ginger. 1 garlic clove. optional: 1 tablespoon water, or just enough to get blender going – you may not need this. INSTRUCTIONS Blend all ingredients in…

  • Biscuits

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    SPICY RANCH CRACKERS INGREDIENTS 2 cups grated mozzarella 2 tablespoons cream cheese 3/4 cup almond flour 1 large egg I tbs ranch seasoning mix. find recipe here http://www.findtex.com.au/diabeti…/diabetic-friendly-dips/ 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 425˚F (220˚C). Add the mozzarella and cream cheese to a large microwave safe bowl and microwave in 30…