That may seem like an unusual title, but here’s the explanation. I wanted to get your attention!

Dr. Oz has his TV show and he is bringing up vital issues regarding your health or more often…your diseases. Today he spoke about Diabetes.

Dr. Oz feels that millions are at risk either with Diabetes right now undetected…or at some time in the future. For Dr. Oz, it is only the River of Time that separates millions of people who are in deep water with symptoms and predispositions for Diabetes.

What does that mean to you and your future as you follow the River of your Life?

Your Lifestyle will determine your future.

You may want to take into consideration the recommendations that Dr. Oz and Green gave on the program, including diet, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle to prevent, resolve, or reverse this condition. So much does depend upon your genetics, yet the primary focus for you will be your daily choices in food, beverages, and choices that will impact your body, especially the body’s ability to regulate insulin and carbohydrate metabolism.

I will continue to give you alternatives for healthy beverages and foods which give you more of a chance to experience Wellness rather than disease conditions by nourishing your body, so it can do the work it is designed to perform every moment of the day and night.

Whole grains, natural sweeteners, fresh organic fruit, dark leafy greens, nuts, seeds, legumes, and beans are going to help your body by providing the nutrients and complex carbohydrates that are important for proper metabolism.

Samples of beans, oats, and a pasta dish were provided by Dr. Oz, but none of them looked or tasted particularly good by the looks on the faces of the two women during the taste tests.

Plain oatmeal is just boring and dull and the chances that you’d continue to eat it that way is remote…

Add chopped nuts, toasted seeds, and use maple syrup or blue agave syrup with a few banana slices to enhance the flavor and texture of your oatmeal. Don’t use acid or even sub-acid fruits due to the interaction of enzymes in the digestive system with different types of food combinations. Vary the types of nuts and seeds you add to the oats…slivered almonds, chopped walnuts, pecans, or hazelnuts are excellent choices along with dates and shredded coconut. Be creative!

Your bean chili and your bean soups and side dishes can be made using herbs, spices, and other seasonings to give pizazz and additional nutrient value along with zippy taste. We love to include onion, scallions, garlic, turmeric, cayenne, thyme, oregano, paprika, and cumin. You can drizzle some miso or tamari and some fresh organic basil, too.

I am no longer a fan of pasta, unless you make your own. Just make a whole grain dish and add vegetables, greens, and fresh herbs to jazz it up. The addition of tofu or tempeh or chicken or turkey (free-range) if you want some extra punch. Drizzle some balsamic vinegar or another healthy dressing or sauce over the dish and your body will adore you!

Nibble on sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and find a good source of pine nuts if you want more variety for snacks or in your whole grain cereals or side dishes. Learn how to prepare sea vegetables like kombu and wakame to add to your bean dishes for valuable minerals. Be Creative and Have Fun with your healthy Food!

The Brain Toniq, Reed’s Ginger Brew, and their China Cola are excellent beverage choices along with herbal teas. If you want to supplement with minerals; then chromium, zinc, and copper will support your metabolic functions beautifully.

All in all…you can manage your body’s needs with diet and a healthy Lifestyle. Just Do It…

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