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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Successful Baking with Gluten Free Flours

Wheat flour has gluten and other properties that gives it elasticity; the gluten is responsible for the desirable texture found in bread and other products made with wheat. Gluten free grains do not have the same properties as wheat and require a different approach when baking. By combining different flours and starches together, you can make a mix that will provide good results, however it is not always a simple one-for-one swap.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

How Do I Know If I Have Pre-Diabetes?

In order to know whether you have pre-diabetes or not, it is helpful to understand exactly what pre-diabetes means. The term pre-diabetes is used to describe the state between normal blood sugar and type 2 diabetes. At one time, physicians used to refer to pre-diabetes as "having a touch of sugar," or "borderline diabetes". Fortunately, these terms are no longer used! Somehow having a touch of sugar does not convey the urgency or importance of taking steps to correct a potentially serious health issue.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Is Organic Produce Worth The Extra Cost?

We all know it’s better to eat more fruit and vegetables. But conce s about the safety of conventionally grown produce versus organically grown always comes up as well.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Thinking About Another Diet? Think Again!

For those of you who have made multiple attempts at weight loss, following the latest diet craze is hard to resist. After all, even though other diets have failed, you may think the latest new diet might finally be "the one that works". Remember The Cookie Diet, The Grapefruit Diet, The Cabbage Soup Diet or The HCG diet? One diet even recommended eating cotton balls before meals! These crazy ideas can be hazardous to your health. Do you know anyone who went on a crazy diet, lost weight and kept it off?

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

How To Be Gluten-Free In The Office

Eating gluten-free is something that involves your entire life. You can't just eat gluten-free at home. You have to eat gluten-free at the office, when you eat out and when you visit others. One of the most difficult places to keep to a gluten-free diet is the office. With all the candy, doughnuts and homemade treats people bring into the office sticking to your gluten-free diet will be a challenge. You also have to worry about cross contamination.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Eating for Pre-Diabetes is Easier Than You Think!

Many people who learn they have pre-diabetes believe that they will need to make drastic changes in the way that they eat. Actually, the components of a healthful pre-diabetes meal plan works much in the same way that any healthy eating plan would work. By following a few simple principles, the person with pre-diabetes can benefit considerably. A well thought out eating plan should focus on portion control and a variety of nutrient dense foods. Weight loss, blood sugar control and improved nutrition are the most obvious benefits when you begin to eat in this way.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Healthy Baking The Gluten Free Way

In the past if you needed to bake a gluten free recipe you had to make your own baking mix. This took a lot of trial and error and often resulted in disaster. Now you can purchase gluten free baking mixes like Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Biscuit & Baking Mix, Arrowhead Mills Gluten Free All Purpose Baking Mix, Bisquick Gluten Free Pancake and Baking Mix, King Arthur baking mix, Pamela's Baking & Pancake Mix and HEB Gluten Free All Purpose Baking Mix.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

More Carb Options for People with Diabetes: Whole Grains!

Many people with diabetes or pre-diabetes believe that they will need to make drastic changes in the way that they eat. One of the most common beliefs is that people with diabetes have to cut out carbohydrates. Nothing is further from the truth! The good news: you still can have carbohydrates and, in fact, your eating plan should include grain products. The key is to pay attention to the portions you consume and to choose grain products wisely. A good rule of thumb is to choose grain products with plenty of fiber: 4 grams or more.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Strategies to Help You Stick With a Healthy Eating Plan for Life

How many times have you started a healthy eating plan only to have your good intentions gradually slip away? When that happens, you may find yourself back where you started and frustrated with your lack of ability to keep on track. Most people know how to eat right, but maintaining what you have started is another matter. Here are five strategies to help you make healthy eating habits stick. Set Reasonable, Attainable Goals: Decide what your most important goals are and write them down. Goals need to be specific and measurable. Spell out what you will do, how often and when.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Mediterranean's Face Obesity Despite Their Famous Diet

Just when it seems like many Americans have begun to embrace the Mediterranean diet for its health benefits, people in the Mediterranean countries are abandoning the traditional way of eating in favor of the “American” diet. Italy, Spain and Greece are now experiencing the obesity epidemic first hand, with Italy having the highest percentage of obese people in Europe today. In Italy and Greece, people today eat roughly four times more meat than they did 40-50 years ago.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Paying Homage to My Crock Pot

During the holidays my e-mail box fills up even faster than usual, with the latest deals on everything, including all of those "must have" small kitchen appliances. I'm intrigued by the soft pretzel or electric sandwich maker, but honestly I have neither the kitchen space nor the inclination to use either. It seems like so many of these appliances are good for making just one thing. When I think about it, there are few small kitchen appliances that I even use for routine cooking. Most have either gone into permanent top shelf cabinet storage or will make their way to the next yard sale.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Try A New Whole Grain This Week!

Most of us eat the same grains over and over again: pasta, rice, and wheat. How about trying a new whole grain in place of one of your old standbys? One whole grain that we think is really worth a try is buckwheat. Japan, China and Korea have been cultivating buckwheat for over 1,000 years and a favorite food item soba noodles made with buckwheat has become very popular in the United States.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Five Hidden Sources Of Gluten

The gluten free diet has become very popular for many people. Trendy products in supermarkets, and gluten free menu items can now be found everywhere. Anyone who wants to follow a gluten free lifestyle now has the ability to find more than enough choices. But for people who must follow a gluten free regime for life because of a medical condition, gluten avoidance goes beyond merely choosing foods known to be gluten free. One needs to be extra vigilant about avoiding all sources of gluten. Unfortunately, gluten may be lurking in places that one would never imagine.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

How To Travel Gluten-Free

If you are gluten sensitive or have Celiac Disease then you know how difficult it is to manage your condition under normal circumstances. Add to that a schedule that includes travel and things can get out of hand. No matter how you travel or where you go follow these tips to eat gluten-free on the road. * Use a travel agent to plan your gluten-free trip. There are many options including guided travel with guides who share your condition. Research all of your destinations in advance to find gluten-free restaurants.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

How To Eat Clean While Eating Gluten-Free

Clean eating is a lifestyle from the 1960's that revolves around eating whole foods that are minimally processed or refined. It sounds easy doesn't it? Sadly so much of our food now is overly processed or handled that adopting this lifestyle can take some work. However, if you must eat gluten-free clean eating can be a natural progression.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Diabetic Meal Plans are Easier tha You Think!

Many people who have diabetes believe that they must make drastic changes in the way that they eat. Actually, the components of a diabetic meal plan work much in the same way that any healthy eating plan would work. The person with diabetes stands to benefit considerably as long as there is balance, portion control and a variety of nutrient dense foods. Weight loss, blood sugar control and improved nutritional adequacy will become the most obvious benefits.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Going Gluten Free... For Real!

In the past few years, there has been a huge increase in the variety and availability of gluten free food choices. Most grocery store chains now devote an entire aisle to "health foods" and consumers will find many gluten free choices there. Lately, I've had clients without celiac disease or gluten intolerance ask whether they should go on a gluten free diet to improve their health. The emergence of many food products, along with some help from celebrities and TV talk shows have made the gluten free diet popular indeed.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Too Much of a Good Thing: Check Those Portions

Every week I meet at least a few new clients who are having trouble losing weight, despite making healthy food choices. When it comes to those food choices, you can get too much of a good thing. Being able to recognize what makes a normal portion is essential if want you to maintain your health and your weight. Some people are just eating too much, or at least, enough food to keep their weight right where it is... not budging at all! It really is about how much you eat of any food. One quick and easy way to determine portion size is to use what is known as the "plate method".

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Shopping Gluten-Free

According to Gluten-Free Foods in the U.S., 5th Edition by Packaged Facts "Over the five-year period ended in 2014, sales of gluten-free products in traditionally grain-based categories posted a compound annual growth rate of 34%." There are more gluten-free products in the grocery store than ever but many of those are packaged foods that may not include healthy ingredients. Other options are gluten-free grains, fruits and vegetables. It's all so confusing so how do you choose? Follow the tips below and you'll be well on your way to purchasing and eating a healthier gluten-free diet.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

A Diagnosis Of Pre-Diabetes Presents An Opportunity

Every day thousands of people learn that they have pre-diabetes. That knowledge can make people react in different ways. One person’s initial reaction may be panic or worry about what to do next. Another person may be nonchalant and feel "it’s not really that bad!" Whatever the case may be, the person with a pre-diabetes diagnosis is faced with a medical condition that has the potential to be serious. What may be lost in hearing such news, is that having pre-diabetes actually presents an opportunity to set things right again.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Gluten-Free Dessert Ideas

Sticking to a gluten-free diet is a challenge under the best of circumstances but when it comes to creating desserts things get even more difficult. So many delicious desserts like pies, cookies, cakes and pastries are made with flour containing gluten. Creating delicious gluten-free desserts becomes easier when you keep the right ingredients on hand. Some common items to keep in your pantry include: Almond meal flourr Arrowroot powderr Baking powderr Bittersweet chocolater Canola oilr Cashew butterr Cocoa powderr Coconut flakesr Coconut milkr Cornstarchr Dried fruitr Espresso powderr

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

How Working With a Virtual Dietitian Can Be Good For Your Health!

The days of “dieting” are over. We know that about 95% of people who follow diet plans fail and regain their weight. The key to success for weight loss or improved health is to learn how to create lifestyle changes that you can live with. It is all about learning to shift from doing the same old things that don't work, to adopting new ways that get your lifestyle and eating habits back in balance.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

The Cookie Diet… Really?

In the last few years, I’ve noticed that more people are beginning to embrace the idea that weight loss involves making healthy food choices and lifestyle changes. This comes as welcome news to myself and all of the other dietitians out there who have been trying to promote that very idea for years. But then, another fad diet emerges which starts to cast doubt, and those who have been trying to escape the dieting mentality once and for all begin to wonder if this new plan may just be the one that finally works…..enter the Cookie Diet!

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Peak Nutrition Tips For Busy People

Our world and lifestyles have changed a great deal over the past decade. Ask anyone what they think is different now compare to 10 years ago, and they will likely tell you they have less time, more stress and they are working harder than ever. Constantly feeling rushed or stressed is something that tends to creep up on you, until one day you suddenly realize that life is not quite the same as it used to be.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

What Is Diabetes Type 1.5?

October 18, 2010 marked a special day for the diabetes community. It was the first day of the first annual LADA Awareness Week. What is LADA? Often referred to as type 1.5 diabetes, LADA is an abbreviation for latent autoimmune diabetes in adults. It is often misunderstood, frequently misdiagnosed and there are many physicians unfamiliar with it altogether.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

Is Anyone Out There Cooking?

My private nutrition practice has no shortage of people who desperately want or need to lose weight. Everyone knows the health risks of obesity, yet many people do not know how start changing their lifestyle in order to achieve weight loss. One troubling observatio I have made is that many people don’t cook or eat at home anymore.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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By Gretchen ScalpiRecently published1 topic

5 Tips For Eating Well In Tough Economic Times

There’s no question that many people are having difficulty keeping up with household and food expenses in these tough economic times. This is especially true for those who have lost a job or are now working in lower paying jobs out of necessity. I often hear people complain that they would like to eat healthier, but it’s just too expensive to buy the right foods. While it is true that many inexpensive sale items you see at the grocery store are the foods with poor nutritional value, there are still a number of things you can do to eat well without spending a lot of money.

Primary topic: Diabetes

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