A few weeks back, I wrote about my friend Jerry’s (name changed) ongoing battle with heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes. See part 1 here. He’s been out of the hospital for about six weeks. I spoke to him today, and he says he’s lost about 30 pounds, his blood glucose is under control,…
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7 Easy Slow Cooker Recipes That Are Incredibly Flavorful
The next time you know that you have a busy day ahead (maybe you’re heading out with friends or going to the gym or shopping) and you don’t want to worry about dinner, why not let your slow cooker do the work? Today, I’m rounding up seven of my most delicious slow cooker recipes. Each meal will taste like you fussed…
Will My Friend Jerry Ever Beat Diabetes And Obesity? Part 1
Recently, I went to the hospital to visit my friend Jerry (name changed). He was recovering from heart failure. He’s also obese, a type 2 diabetic taking insulin and a slew of other meds for various conditions. As I entered his room, he was in the middle of eating his lunch. I was shocked at what his medical team thought was a healthy meal…
Saturated Fats Won’t Kill You: The Important New PURE Study
Barbara and I have been following a gluten-free, low-carb, healthy-fat way of eating (LCHF) for about 8 months. And we’ve had outstanding results. Both of us have lost over 15 pounds and, importantly, we’ve kept it off. Some of that weight was water but most of it was that fatty baggage that everyone hates so…
Recipe Book App Updates!
Hello, Gluten Free Recipe Book PRO users! Have you seen your new automatic update? 😀 And did you notice that you can now download the app to your iPad? We’ve just completed our latest app update with you in mind! Now your Gluten Free Recipe Book PRO is packed with over 200 delicious recipes including over 55 low-carb recipes.
How to make Mini Spinach Pies With Cauliflower Crusts
My three cheese spinach pie is one of the first recipes that I shared here on the blog and has long been one of my family’s favorites. Since I’ve started eating low-carb and grain free, however, I wanted to try making a grain free pie crust. How to recreate the golden pie crust that is usually made with flour? Cauliflower to the rescue.
Super Low Carb Cottage Pie With Cauliflower Mash
I hope you’re having a great summer! This past week it actually cooled down to 65 degrees one evening here in New York. That’s when I made this low-carb cottage pie with cauliflower mash. It’s a delicious comfort food for those days when you just want to curl up on the couch and watch a good movie with your family.
6 Low-Carb Lunches You Can Bring To Work
Eating lunch out when you’re trying to watch your carbs is a major challenge. Finding healthy options in a restaurant is tough and not to mention expensive. So I’ve gathered together 6 low-carb lunches you can bring to work to help you succeed with your diet and have lots of energy for your afternoon work schedule….
How We’re Getting Lean And Mean With A Low-Carb Healthy-Fat Diet
Did you ever get a really nice compliment that made you feel really good because it validated all the hard work you’d put into a project? Compliments like those don’t come around all that often, but when they do, you’re left with a smile that seems to last all day. Barbara got one of those…
New Study Finds You Can Lose 11% Body Fat And Get Healthier In Only 8 Weeks On A Low-Carb Egg Based Diet
A recent study from the University of Alabama found that you can lose 11% body fat and become healthier in only 8 weeks on a low-carb, egg based diet. And you don’t have to count calories. I know it sounds like some sensational…
Pan-Seared Scallops With Beurre Blanc Sauce
Pan-seared scallops with buerre blanc sauce is an excellent choice when you want to prepare a special, scrumptious, low-carb meal. Since I’ve been following a low carb diet, I’ve found that low carb, gluten free meals can still be delicious and exciting. Yay! Beurre blanc is a French warm butter sauce…
Quick Pan Seared Pork Chops + ButcherBox Review
A little while back, a subscription meat delivery company called ButcherBox contacted me, asking if they could include my Slow Cooker Pork Osso Buco recipe in one of their upcoming subscription boxes. Of course, I said yes. I was so excited to share this delicious recipe with more people.
Skinny Low Carb Taco Bowls
Who doesn’t love a delicious, healthy meal that’s ready in just fifteen minutes? Tacos are always a great go-to meal on busy days because they come together so quickly. And I love that you can skip the taco shells for a low carb twist. I’ve filled these with my favorite taco fillings: spicy beef, spinach and broccoli sprouts…
Baby Bok Choy With Sweet and Tangy Sauce
Baby bok choy might be my new favorite veggie. A type of Chinese cabbage, it’s one of the most nutrient-dense foods you can eat. And it’s absolutely delicious cooked in a skillet and covered in a sweet …
Salisbury Steak With Homemade Gravy
I considered making a meatloaf (one of my family’s favorite meals), but then I thought instead that it would be fun to try something new. So I decided to make Salisbury steaks. But these aren’t your typical Salisbury steaks…