Did you know that if you are eating a healthy diet you probably don't need supplements? Food is always the best source for all the nutrients your body needs. I just learned that if you become a member of Spark People, there is a nutrition tracker that keeps track of the nutrition your body is getting from the foods that you eat each day. Here is the page www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/nutrition.asp. You might not be able to view this page until you sign up though.

Once you are a member, SparkPeople has a page where you can add the food you consume daily. At the end of the day, Sparkpeople gives you suggestions as how to eat better. It also has a menu plan for the week's which include snacks and light desserts. You can even print out a grocery list of the menu's they suggest for each day of the week.

Remember it is better to eat and exercise your way to a healthy body than to depend on supplements. Click on this link to get the whole sccop on supplements. www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nutrition_articles.asp Check this out before you pay for more supplements.

Have a Great Day!!

We got some great comments about our aprons from the people who attended the Diabetes Expo in SLC.  What do you think?

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I have heard and seen a lot about detox diets lately and have wondered if you need to detox your body.  One of my favorite websites, Spark People, had an excellent article written by a dietitian called "Detox Diets:  Helpful or Full of Hype?"   

One of Spark People's members was on a 21 day detoxing diet and was looking for encouragement.  She was only eating fruits and vegetables and drinking tea during this 21 day diet.  Author, Becky Hand, explains that our bodies have their own natural detoxifying mechanisms and does a terrific job of explaining them further.  Then she goes on to explain what happens when you detox and colon cleanse.  She says the only time you need to cleanse your colon is before surgery. 

Any "diet" that recommends eliminating certain food groups entirely is risky and nutritionally unbalanced.  Just try to eat healthy enjoying food from all the food groups and don't forget to exercise.  To read the whole article go to www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nutrition_articles.asp. 

This last Saturday we exhibited in the Salt Lake City Diabetes Expo.  For those of you who attended, it was great to meet you and have you try our flaxseed crackers that fit perfectly into most of your diets.  Our crackers are low in carbohydrates, high in fiber, a source of good fats (poly and mono-unsaturated fats), and even a good source of protein.  One ounce of our Savory crackers has 9 grams of carbohydrates, 5 grams of dietary fiber, and 5 grams of protein.  Just one ounce of our Salsa crackers contain 9 grams of carbohydrates, 6 grams of dietary fiber, and 5 grams of protein.  Last, but not least, our Apple Cinnamon crackers have 12 grams of carbohydrates, 9 grams of dietary fiber, and 4 grams of protein in one ounce. 

So, if you are looking for a great diabetic snack, look no further.  Order 6 or more packages and receive FREE shipping.  If you are not satisfied with the fresh taste, simply call us and we will refund your money.  Have a Great Day!