Thyroid Questions, Cholesterol Questions, and Superbowl Binges
I’ve had good questions and good meetings this week that centered on topics that apply to many people, so here goes a diverse post. Two people asked me questions about Thyroid numbers on their tests....
View Article“I’m sad because I can’t eat like Normal people eat.” Hmmm. Let’s look at that:
Oh boy have I heard my title statement a million times, several of those times in my own head, and in the past few weeks from both clients and friends who are trying hard to eat well. Please don’t feel...
View ArticleAmanda’s Journey; Sleep Deprivation and Carb Cravings
Epilepsy sucks. Trust me. I don’t have it, but I’ve watched my #2 daughter struggle with this for almost 15 years. She somehow gets up most days, goes to class, participates in sports, and clubs,...
View ArticleEstrogen, Cortisol, and Thyroid; GIRLS SCOUT COOKIES, Recipes
Okay, Full Disclosure: I’m Going Through Menopause. Ugh. This picture to the left? That’s a “Blood Spot” test I did this morning. More on that in another post, I promise. I’m actually just letting...
View ArticleNeed Willpower to Lose Weight? Build Habits, It’s Easier!
I received a couple emails this week that I want to share. The first one is from a woman named Chris who’s struggling with staying on a plan. Here goes: Hi Debbie, I’ve been reading your blog, and...
View ArticleDo You Need To “Cleanse”? and Brownie Truffle Recipe
I get asked about “cleanses” and “detoxes” all the time. Are they necessary? I think so. Our liver, which burns more calories and fat than our muscles, our brain, or any other part of our body, (...
View ArticleChronic Constipation Isn’t From a Lack of Laxatives
Wow, I didn’t expect so many responses to Monday’s post on Amanda, Miralax, and the Manuka Honey! Thank you all for your concern; she’s recovering, going to class, trying to be normal, and so far the...
View ArticleDoes a Fast Food Meal Here and There Hurt? Habits Are Everything!
Yea! It appears my blog is fixed! Thank you so much Sarah Albright of Web Designs by Sarah Albright:) She figured out a pretty big problem for me and I really, really appreciate it! I’ve had some...
View ArticleHigh Fat Diet for Weight Loss? It works, and it’s Healthy. Get Over Your Fear!
Ready for another Reader Email? See who doesn’t relate to this one: Dear Debbie, Thank you for your blog, I’ve been reading you for over a year now. I know you say that we shouldn’t start a “diet” on...
View ArticleExercise for Weight Loss, and Is Swimming A Good Exercise?
I have great reader question today, it’s about exercise: ” After your exercise post I realized I was doing little to no resistance training. My current regiment is swimming 4 days per week(I do...
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