I asked Poet, Author and Vegan Tiara Butler (aka Lady T.). to share with us her thoughts on being Black and Going Vegan. Her story is heartfelt and real. Everyone has their reasons for how they choose to eat. This is just one sister’s story… By: Tiara Butler – IG: @soulfullyspokenspirituals No… it’s not a typo. You […]
Healthy Eating
Cranberry Cocktail Green Smoothie
Yummy, Yummy and Yummy. You’ve got to try this great green smoothie recipe if you are a cranberry lover. Cranberry Cocktail 2 Servings Like all berries, fresh cranberries are high in antioxidants and low in sugar. When combined with strawberries and spinach, this bright red drink is a powerful disease fighter that is also amazingly […]
What Makes Processed Sugar Addictive?
Is Processed Sugar Addictive? There has been a lot of discussion and debate over whether sugar is truly “addictive”. What has been proven is that the brain reacts to sugar in the same way that it does to some addictive drugs. It is true that the more sugar you eat, the more you will crave it. […]
What is Compulsive Overeating?
A few years ago, a good friend of mine was secretly dealing with compulsive overeating. She would eat until she would pass out. She sought out help from Overeaters Anonymous and I learned a lot about compulsive overeating from her struggle. Her medical professional told her that high blood pressure, diabetes and digestive issues were directly related to […]
Food Rehab Restart – Self Medicating with Food
What is Self Medicating? “The theory of self medication to explain addictive behavior is based on the idea that people use substances, such as alcohol and drugs, or the effects of other addictive behaviors, such as eating or gambling, to compensate for underlying problems that have not been adequately treated. The self medication theory usually […]
Diet Plan Review: Can the Dash Diet Help Lower Blood Pressure?
What is the DASH diet? The DASH diet is making waves as more people are discovering that it can help them reach their weight loss goals fast. The diet was designed to help those with hypertension achieve a lower blood pressure rate within two weeks. From there, the diet can also help to manage blood […]
Chemicals in Our Foods: GMOs vs. Organic Foods
One of the most vital aspects of cultivating health is the quality of the food, water, and supplements you ingest. Eating food that is organic and free of chemicals and genetically modified organisms (GMOs) is important all the time, but even more so when one is losing weight, detoxing or trying to improve your health. […]
What are the best carbs to eat when you are slimming down?
When you are trying to slim down one of the most difficult things to manage is your carb intake. Some weight loss plans promote “no carbs at all” or very little carbs. For many people, that is not a good idea, especially if you are looking to lose the weight and to keep the weight […]
5 Ingredients That You Should Add to Your Next Smoothie
Making healthy smoothies can be a great part of a healthier lifestyle and weight loss efforts? Here are 5 ingredients that you should add to your smoothie that will compliment you goals. Oatmeal There are two main reasons to add oatmeal to your smoothie. From a practical standpoint, oatmeal has a very neutral taste and […]
Pros and Cons of the Atkins Diet
Just about everyone has heard of the Atkins Diet and depending on whether it is currently in fashion, or passing back out of fashion, you may hear it is the best diet ever – or dangerous. There is a lot to consider when thinking about taking on this diet plan. There are many pros to […]
