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Sugar Disorders Most people think ‘sugar disorders” is another term for diabetes, but what leads up to diabetes can cause many problems, even before you get to the “diabetic” issues. Decreased circulation with increased risk of heart attack, stroke, blindness, etc., as well as numbness and tingling in the extremities and a decrease in the body’s ability to heal are all considered to be issues associated with diabetes, but there are several other phases of sugar disorders that can occur even before a diagnosis of diabetes is given. Hpyoglycemia The first phase of “sugar imbalance” is hypoglycemia: at times, a...

The thought of any cognitive decline or even "brain fog" can cause significant anxiety, and not just because we fear the loss of qualities that make us, "us," but because we feel helpless in the face of it.  But are we really helpless?

Sharon-Approved Nutrition: Oktober Fest Stew Cooler weather means easy-cooking soups and stews, which I love! This deconstructed take on sausage and peppers is almost unbelievably easy, and can be made crockpot in 2 hours if you're pressed for time! The recipe is gluten free, rich in protein and whole grains, and tastes like Oktoberfest to me! Ingredients 14 oz. low sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1 cup buckwheat or quinoa (a gluten-free grain you like!), rinsed and drained 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons honey 3 medium bell peppers, chopped 1 medium sweet onion, sliced...

Low carb and high fiber bread that's great served warm in the morning