10 Signs You're Addicted to Food (and What You Can Do About It)
Millions and millions of people all over the world are struggling, and are totally unaware of the fact that they've become addicted. Addicted to something that's purposely added in almost every processed food- sugar.
Just like any other addictive substance, sugar acts on the reward center of the human brain.
When this area of the brain is stimulated, it floods the brain with dopamine and endorphins. This causes you to feel happy, joyous, energized, awake, and free from all aches and pains.
But, as you know, what goes up must come down. This is the blood sugar roller coaster.
Many sugar addicts find themselves trapped in a vicious cycle. The cycle of suffering I call it. Binging on food, feeling guilty and shameful about the binge, and then binging again to feel better, to soothe themselves.
This is extremely dangerous for us diabetics. The repercussions of living with high blood sugar are absolutely horrific. The body essentially rots from the inside out.
Sugar addiction is THE ONE T...
3 Most Important Foods for Diabetes Blood Sugar Control
The 3 Most Important Food Groups For Diabetes Blood Sugar Control.
No, you didn’t read that wrong. I said three.
You’re about to realize that much of what you were taught about diet and nutrition is wrong. Not only is it wrong, but it is also unhealthy for those with diabetes.
One thing I have learned since being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, is that you cannot predict how your blood sugar will respond to a given food – but we can find out by trial and error.
The foods that we consume can be grouped into three major categories that provide calories or energy: protein, fat, and carbohydrate.
It is rare that any natural food source will contain only one of these three. Protein foods often contain fat; carbohydrate foods frequently contain some protein and fat. The common foods that are virtually 100% fats are oils and butter.
Let’s talk about how these three groups affect blood sugar.
Protein
Protein has very little impact on blood sugar.
Diabetic Fighter Taco Casserole
This low-carb casserole has all the yummy flavor of tacos and is perfect for diabetes diet blood sugar control!
The Diabetic Fighter Diet never skimps on flavor and the comfort foods that you love...
Serves 12
Ingredients
1 green pepper
1 onion
20 oz. drained spinach
2 lb. ground pork
2 cans drained diced tomatoes with green chilies
10 tbsp. sour cream
8 oz. mozzarella cheese, shredded
16 oz. cream cheese
4 tsp. taco seasoning
Jalapeños, sliced
Directions
1. Chop pepper and onion and cook them until translucent. Optional: add diced jalapeños.
2. Place the pepper and onion into a bowl.
3. Cook the spinach by wilting it in a frying pan with a little olive oil. When it is done, add it to the bowl.
4. Cook the ground pork until browned. Season with taco seasoning.
5. Add the diced tomato to the bowl, and incorporate the sour cream, mozzarella, and cream cheese. Pour the mixture into a baking dish, and bake at 350°F for 40 minutes.
Nutritional Info per Serving
Calories: 400
Fat: 30g
Net Carbs: 10g
Protein: 2...
