by Sheryl Shenefelt | Oct 31, 2017 | Holidays, Kids, Sugar
Happy Halloween! Kids love Halloween. Halloween does not have to be about sugar and candy and certainly doesn’t have to put any kids at risk or make them feel left out if they cannot have these items. Consider giving some non-treat items this year like...
by Sheryl Shenefelt | Jan 17, 2016 | Diabetes, Holistic Health, Nutrition, Sugar, Sweeteners, Weight Loss
Lots of people pay attention to what they eat, but most people overlook what they drink. Sweetened coffee, sports drinks, vitamin waters, and fruit juice are just as common as sodas these days. Tea comes presweetened; so do yogurt drinks. Some people rely on energy...
by Sheryl Shenefelt | Nov 17, 2015 | Diabetes, Healthy Eating Tips, Healthy Living, Holistic Health, Nutrition, Stress, Sugar, Weight Loss
Why are so many people struggling with their weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and inflammation? Diabetes is a global epidemic and needs to be stopped! My good friend and diabetes expert, Dr. Brian Mowll, has put together the first ever Diabetes Bundle, full of...
by Sheryl Shenefelt | Oct 27, 2015 | Allergies, Healthy Eating Tips, Holistic Health, Kids, Nutrition, Sugar
Do your kids have food allergies? Do you? Halloween is that time of year when you have to be more aware of food allergies. Often there are more treats lurking around the office or more treats coming into the schools either for parties or candy being passed out in...
by Sheryl Shenefelt | Jun 15, 2015 | Diabetes, Healthy Body, Healthy Fats, Healthy Protein, Nutrition, Snacks, Sugar, Sweeteners
We have all been there: come mid-morning, our energy levels crash and we make a run to the nearest vending machine. Or maybe the crash hits in the middle of the afternoon. No matter when it hits, that I’m-going-to-fall-asleep-right-here feeling is mostly the result of...
by Sheryl Shenefelt | Apr 6, 2015 | Nutrition, Sugar, Sweeteners
There are a variety of sources of natural sweeteners that can enhance the taste of food while also providing some essential vitamins and minerals. Unrefined and natural sweeteners should be used in moderation in one’s diet, optimally accompanied by some good proteins...
