Animal, Vegetable, Miracle is a wonderful account of author Barbara Kingsolver and her family working their Virginia farm and living on local or home-grown food for a full calendar year.
This meant no snack foods, no processed ones, no cucumbers from warmer parts of the world. “Six eyes, all beloved to me, stared unblinking as I crossed the exotics off our shopping list, one by one,” Kingsolver writes about the family’s adjustment to these strictures. With the exceptions of olive oil, grains and spices, everything they ate was simple and in season.
Was this a hardship? “If many of us would view this style of eating as deprivation, that’s only because we’ve grown accustomed to the botanically outrageous condition of having everything, always,” she writes. She thinks most North Americans have lost their awareness of what ought to be ripe when. So the book provides a shorthand for knowing which vegetables to trust at which times and what questions to raise about how they’re grown.
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle A Year of Food Life By Barbara Kingsolver with Steven L. Hopp and Camille Kingsolver 370 pages. $26.95. HarperCollins.
Now playing on Diva TalkRadio Studio d, Ah Love Olives! Mr. Divabetic catches up with Jennifer Fuchs, Consumer Marketing Manager for Lindsay Olives to discuss reasons and ways to enjoy this diabetes-friendly fruit. Click below to listen and remember to visit (click here) the Diva Reading Room for All-Star Recipes, our newest download, which includes two Lindsay Olives’ favorites.
This month, which may very well be recorded as one of the hottest on record throughout the country, Divabetic is proud to feature Chef Sam Talbot on Diva TalkRadio Studio d, hosted by Max “Mr. Divabetic” Szadek. Chef Sam, living with type 1 diabetes for more than 10 years, is executive chef of Imperial #9 and Surf Lodge, both of New York State. Many remember Chef Sam as a semi-finalist on the second season of Bravo TV’s Top Chef.
On Studio d, Chef Sam shares his recipe for a Blueberry Mojito using the sugar substitute Truvia, tips for healthy cooking, comfortable shoes and competing on reality TV. We invite you to click here to listen to this episode and to download Chef Sam’s Blueberry Mojito from the Diva Reading Room.
We’ve all heard of the expression, “something borrowed, something blue.” I’d like to add to that and say stick with something that’s tried and true on your wedding day. Just like your wedding day is not the day to try new makeup, a new hairstyle or a new self-tanner – it is not the day to start experimenting with your diabetes self-care. To read this entire commentary, click here and remember to tune into Diva TalkRadio for more of Mama Rose Marie’s self-care commentaries.
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Here’s the decision, courtesy of Judi Wilcox, one of Divabetic’s Charlie’s Angels of Diabetes Outreach.
Judi Wilcox, RD, CDE
Comparing bacon is like comparing colas. Remember that calories are coming from fat, and that is saturated fat. Sodium does not make pork or turkey bacon a bargain, but if you are bargaining for taste I choose the turkey bacon. Turkey bacon is generally lower in fat and calories. You can buy nitrate-free lower-fat organic turkey bacon at Whole Foods or grocers that offer organic selections.
Can you enjoy bacon on occasion? Of course. Think of it more as a condiment then as an entrée. Whether or not your choice is turkey or pork, there are costs and benefits. While turkey bacon is lower in fat it may have more sodium and nitrites to enhance the flavors. Center cut pork bacon is cut closer to the bone so it may be leaner. On the other hand, turkey bacon is usually made from dark meat turkey which is higher in fat. Be mindful of the portion size indicated on the label because size matters in this face-off. In most cases, the turkey bacon usually is one strip and pork bacon is 2 strips. Now we cannot forget about taste. Turkey bacon can taste as good as pork bacon depending on the brand.
All in all, this is a close call but I am going to go for the turkey bacon. Turkey bacon can taste as good as pork bacon depending upon the brand. If you really want to mix it up, try chicken sausage without nitrites. There’s less risk of cancer from products that are lower in fat, sodium or cholesterol and higher in protein.
Hands down the choice is moderation when you are talking bacon because what we’re really talking about is portion control. Pork or turkey bacon even a small portion packs a powerful punch of sodium, calories, fat and cholesterol. A small amount of this divalicious food can satisfy your craving.
Listen to Judi’s ringside decision on Diva TalkRadio Diabetes Roundtable here: http://ow.ly/5gOMQ
Next week, tune in for another rumble in the grocery store jungle between watermelon and corn-on-the-cob! http://ow.ly/5xMCy
Are You Juggling Or Struggling With Diabetes? on Diva TalkRadio
This month on Diva TalkRadio, The Girl’s Guide To Diabetes asks the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach,“What advice can you offer to women who feel they have no time for their own needs?”
Share your story and let us know how well you do juggling your responsibilities with family, work, and home life along with your health.
Tune in to hear what “the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach” (3 of the smartest and sexiest certified diabetes educators from across the country) have to say about this HOT TOPIC as well as the other important issues facing women touched by diabetes. Plus, don’t miss out on the Broadway Baritone helping us to pass the boa! with Ms. Angie, from Philadelphia. LISTEN NOW:http://t.co/CPbLOVf
Mr. Divabetic hosts an all new Diva TalkRadio – Diabetes Roundtable program on Tuesday, June 14, 2011, 6 – 6:30 PM, EST. Call-in to the Diva Hotline: (347) 215-8551 with your questions and comments.We’re podcasting with attitude!
For more info on Girl’s Guide to Diabetes (“Empowering women to live their best life with diabetes”) go to: http://thegirlsguidetodiabetes.com
So what you’re a W-O-M-A-N?!!! I’ll say it again. “You’re a W-O-M-A -N?!”
But do you know if bacon is a better choice than sausage? Or vice versa? Well, we know that choosing healthy food items and sticking to your diet when you’re food shopping can be difficult – whether or not you can sing like Peggy Lee. That’s why we created our newest, most spectacular Diva TalkRadio show segment yet, ‘Food Aisle Face-Off.’ We’re offering smart advice on making better choices when you’re out shopping without breaking a sweat. Tune in to Diva TalkRadio – Diabetes Roundtable:http://t.co/CPbLOVf We’re podcasting with attitude!
Why not add some water to your workout routine this summer? Jump in the pool! Water aerobics combines the heart-healthy benefits of aerobics with the gentleness of water for an exercise program that offers the perks without the pain. Because its easy on the joints and skeletal structure its a great option for people of all ages, sizes and fitness levels. You can burn from 230 to 372 calories per session. And you don’t have to be able to swim like Ester Williams to take the plunge. Non-swimmers like our very own Diva TalkRadio guest star Mama Rose Marie can partake in water aerobics too.
For more ‘motherly’ advice on how to live well with diabetes like a diva tune in to Diva TalkRadio – Diabetes Roundtable:http://t.co/CPbLOVf We’re podcasting with attitude!
“Hey there, Hi there, Ho there, You’re as welcome as can be!”
The first-ever Game Night at the Divabetic Club- NYC was officially declared ‘FREE, FUN & FANTASTIC’ by the divas! Who knew diabetes education could be almost as much fun as a trip to Disneyland?!!
Our free monthly meeting kicked-off with a rousing round of ‘Pass The Boa’, where members share their ‘diagnosis to diva’ stories. Divas living with type 1, type 2 and affected by diabetes touched on a variety of topics from accepting diagnosis, getting back on track with self-care, contemplating gastric band surgery, to dealing with the ever annoying diabetes police in our lives! Guest Divabetic educator, Joy Pape CDE, RN, Author of ’TheReal-Life Guide To Diabetes’ and her husband, Brian, joined us too. Joy and guest, Sharon V., from The Beth Israel Latino Institute, spoke to the group about the future of NYC healthcare and took questions before Mr. Divabetic did his best Oprah impersonation and commented, “LET THE GAMES BEGIN!”
With the hourglass keeping time, Divabetic Beauty & Style Expert and recent guest on the Dr. Oz show , Catherine Schuller, proved to be one of the fastest and fiercest thinkers during fun and laughter of the night’s featured game ‘Taboo.’ She eventually lost to dueling diva pals, Phyllis and Leslie.
The meeting ended with free, fabulous and gorgeous giveaways from our friends at Dr. Scholl’s, Diabetes Self-Management and Accu-Chek. One special diva, Phyllis J., received our newest bright white Divabetic Tote Bag (available soon in the Diva Shop.)
Come along and sing a song and join the jamboree! Check out July’s Divabetic Club meeting dates in Cleveland , OH, Philadelphia, PA and New York, NY and listen to Joy Pape’s recent Diva TalkRadio- Spotlight appearance at divabetic.org
Here’s a comment from a lovely, new Divabetic:
“I really enjoyed the Divabetic Club – NYC meeting last night. Everyone was so warm and welcoming. It was especially nice to hear from other Type 1′s. My boyfriend and I are also interested in coming to the Divabetic Event in Philadelphia on Saturday, October 15, 2011. So glad I found Divabetic – keep up the good work!” Roberta, NYC
I’d like to stress the importance of a good night’s sleep to improve your overall diabetes health. Not only does sleep rest your body and refresh your mind, but a solid night`s sleep is crucial to good diabetes health.
To read this entire commentary, click here. Tune into Diva TalkRadio Diabetes Roundtable for more of Mama Rose Marie’s self-care commentaries. If you’re on the go, use your smart phone to scan the tag below.
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