It is strawberry season in Pennsylvania and every year I go and pick berries with my kids. Now it is just the two youngest who are able to join me in picking, but we still go. Last week we went and picked about 7 lbs of berries. I got motivated to make a strawberry ice cream after reading a … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Blackberry Iced Tea
Do you enjoy iced tea? I do, on a hot day. The teas you buy in the store are often loaded with sugars. You can make your own lovely blends that will be very satisfying. This lovely blackberry tea, which is blackberries mixed with black tea (which has benefits as well as … [Read more...]
Insulin Resistance: A Key Player in Weight-Related Issues
Insulin resistance and weight-related issues are a sort of chicken-and-egg conundrum. Which comes first, resistance or weight gain? There may be no clear answer, but it is very clear that insulin resistance is a key player in weight-related issues. What is insulin? Insulin is a hormone secreted by the … [Read more...]
Lemon Pepper Baked Chicken Wings
These spicy baked chicken wings are perfect for game day or anytime you need to whip up a casual, yet delicious, appetizer. Making your own homemade flavored seasonings is easy. However, finding the perfect balance of flavors is more of an art than a science, because individual tastes vary so … [Read more...]
Avocado Oil? Yes or No?
Avocado oil is a newer oil on the scene and it is presented as a healthy option. We have heard this before about other oils, so let's take a good look at this fruity oil to see what kinds of benefits it offers. Health benefits of avocado oil include regulating metabolism, … [Read more...]
What is Insulin and Why Does It Matter?
What is insulin? Insulin is a hormone created in the pancreas used to manage blood sugar - also known as glucose. When carbohydrates enter the bloodstream, they raise glucose levels. Glucose is vital for cell development, but glucose needs insulin in order to penetrate the cells. Too much glucose can … [Read more...]