Tag Archives: Syndrome X

Carbquik Versus Bob’s Red Mill: Which Low Carb Bake Mix is Right for You?

I’ve been low-carb for almost a year now, specifically doing the Atkins diet. Despite the negative press, it was wonderful for me. I have more energy, and the weight is coming off slowly but steadily. The symptoms of Syndrome X (pre-diabetes) have disappeared, so I have a lot to be thankful for. I also eat […]

Know Your Body’s Warning Signs: The Link Between Thyroid Disease and Other Health Problems

The Thyroid is a gland located in the neck it secretes hormones that are directly responsible for your heart regulation, pulse rate, your body’s reaction to heat and cold, the growth of your hair, your skin texture and your metabolism. Your Thyroid sets the metabolic rate for many of our body’s tissues and functions so […]

The Truth About White Bread

Every time I see a commercial advertising its white bread or its bleached flour “enriched” with vitamins and minerals, I can’t restrain a laugh or two. It’s shocking and appalling how widespread the lie is; “Enriched” white bread, despite a common misconception, is not good for you, for a wide variety of reasons. Firstly, it […]

Trouble With Weight Loss: Is it Your Metabolism?

What is metabolism? “Metabolism” is defined as the rate at which our bodies burn calories when we are at rest (basal metabolic rate). It’s your RPMs at the starting line, your decibels when humming, before you burst into song. Oddly enough, the body burns about 60-75% of its energy at rest. The metabolism rises, or […]