by Brenda Watson | May 15, 2015 | Adults, Conditions, Constipation, Diabetes, Digestive Health, Heart Disease, Metabolic Syndrome
I’ve been addressing constipation issues a lot recently, due to the fact that they seem epidemic in our country! And constipated people are very commonly magnesium deficient. It’s been really great to interact with the people on the Skinny Gut Facebook group – and...
by Brenda Watson | Jul 29, 2013 | General
Lectins are carbohydrate-binding proteins found in foods such as grains, beans, seeds, nuts, and potatoes. Also, grain-fed meats (which would be all meats except grass-fed) contain lectins due to their grain-based feed. Lectins, although found in what many people...
by lsmith | Jul 13, 2011 | General
An interesting study published in the journal Obesity points out that eating more soluble fiber, like that from apples and beans, and moderate exercise will selectively decrease belly fat.1 The authors don’t seem to know why it is selective to belly fat,...
by Brenda Watson | Jan 3, 2011 | General
“Renew You” Challenge – Let’s start the year off right with my weekly challenge (I mean, opportunity!) to help set you off on the right foot and in the right direction for bringing health to your week. Join us! If you’re reading this blog, chances...
by Brenda Watson | Oct 11, 2010 | General
“Renew You” Challenge – Be a part of my Weekly Challenge to help set you off on the right foot for bringing health to your week. You could even add it to your calendar. Join us! This week we’re focusing on eating better for your heart. We all...
