Archive for January, 2018
A Link Between Alzheimer’s Disease and Sugar?
As you begin working on your goals for the new year, consider making healthy changes to your diet. For many people in America, reducing sugar and simple carbohydrates is a good idea. Here’s another reason why. Studies suggest there may be a link between Alzheimer’s disease and the way our bodies process sugar and simple carbohydrates. For some motivation to eat healthier, take a look at this article:
If you are serious about changing your diet, consider these helpful tips:
1. Instead of trying to cut something completely out of your diet, replace undesired components with desired ones. For example, instead of avoiding pasta, try eating “pasta” sliced from fresh vegetables, like curls of squash.
2. Experiment with “paleo” recipes to substitute good fats for carbs.
3. Make small changes that you can continue for the long term. Attempts to make radical changes to your diet are more likely to only last a short time.
Happy new year! I hope the changes you make help you feel your personal best!