Beyonce’s Diet Secret: The Lemon Detox Diet

I’m not Bitter, I Am Beyonce!

Need to lose weight FAST for a big event? Like the Half-time show at the Super Bowl?

Many famous celebrities like Beyonce are turning to detox diets or ‘fasts’ and not Pepsi  in order to look their best in the shortest amount of time.

“I lived on water, cayenne pepper and maple syrup for 14 days. It was tough; everyone was eating and I was dying,” said Beyonce. But, in two weeks she reportedly lost 20 pounds.

With Awards season in high gear, the GRAMMY AWARDS are next week and I’m nominated for WEGO Health Activist Awards, I’m facing the same challenge of wanting to look my best on the Red Carpet in a short amount of time.  So should I jump on the ‘detox diet’ bandwagon? Is it healthy?

I’ll be discussing the Lemon Detox Diet with Constance Brown Riggs, MSEd, RD, CDE, the author of ‘The African American Guide To Living Well With Diabetes’ , and ‘Eating Soulfully and Healthfully with Diabetes’, on Divabetic’s upcoming free monthly Diabetes Roundtable podcast on Tuesday, February 12, 2013, 6-7 PM, EST. Show Link: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/02/12/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-sally-field

The Lemon Detox Diet consists of fresh water, pure lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and natural maple syrup. The acid in the lemons claims to assist the cleansing process, and the cayenne pepper helps speed up your metabolism promoting circulation and a greater release of toxins from our bodies. They say that this detox diet will help you cleanse your body, lose weight quickly and make you feel better overall. (I’m always become a bit skeptical when I hear too many benefits!)

As a culture, we eat a lot of processed  foods, that we add very little nutrition to our bodies. What the creators of detox diets say is that these types of diets allow our bodies to naturally cleanse themselves, while we take a break from solid food. What do you think?

Watch News Yorkers try to identify the healthiest treat from three Serve, Taste or Trash! Food Game choices bought at a convenience store. You might be surprised by the results.

Let’s Talk About Sex!  Here’s a sneak peak of  Divabetic’s upcoming ‘Love On A Two Way Street’ free outreach program focused on ‘Sexual Health & Diabetes’ and presented at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital on Sat., Feb, 9, 2013

TUNE IN: Free to Diabetes Roundtable podcast Inspired by Rihanna with guests: Neva White DNP, CRNP, CDE, Connie Frazier RD, CDE, Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, author Elsie Spruill, poet Lorraine Brooks, hairstylist and makeup artist Charlene Wilson, Mama Rose Marie and Allison from Jersey City, NJ living with diabetes http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/01/08/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-rihanna

 ’Movie Girl Workouts’ with Mr. Divabetic and fitness expert, Katherine Adamenko

Experience Mr. Divabetic’s wellness with a wow programming in Tucson, AZ, Santa Clara, CA, Philadelphia, PA, Savannah, GA and Bethesda, MD in 2013. Get more details at www.divabetic.org

Wednesday’s World Premiere Video: Plate Poetry Project

Divabetic’s Diabetes Plate Poetry  Project describes the emotional experience of living with diabetes.  An important component of diabetes self-management, but often unaddressed, is the topic of emotional well being.  The Divabetic Club empowers those living with diabetes through media to manage their lives in healthier ways. People living with diabetes face numerous challenges in managing their disease on a day- to- day basis.

Divabetic wants to encourage these individuals to stay positive and healthy in their self-management. Our mission to glamorize good health combines fitness, nutrition, style and positive energy.

This video aims to assess the emotions associated with managing diabetes and the underlying reasons attributed to those emotions.

Mr. Divabetic plays his nutrition game, Serve, Taste or Trash! with New Yorkers at the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk in Central Park

TUNE IN: Free Diabetes Podcast Inspired by Chaka Khan celebrating National Diabetes Awareness Monthwith guests:Constance Brown-Riggs MSEd, RD, CDE, Pam Butler MS, CDE, Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, cookbook author Holly Clegg, Mama Rose Marie and Ginger Vieira., from Burlington, VT  living with type 1 diabetes http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/11/13/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-chaka-kahn

See Mr. Divabetic’s nutrition game, Serve, Taste or Trash!  You must decide which one you’d serve, which one you’d taste and which one you’d trash.

Before you decide to “trash” a veggie for good, why not try to eat it raw? Raw veggies can be more appetizing than their cooked counterparts to people who aren’t crazy about vegetables. The flavors of raw veggies can be milder than those of cooked ones.

September’s Diva TalkRadio: Tattoo You With Diabetes

Diva TalkRadio: Diagnosis To Diva

Meet our September’s Diva TalkRadio – Diabetes Roundtable’s ‘Diagnosis to Diva’ guest and ‘Diabetes Numerolgy Game’ contestant, Jessica C. from Ohio. She’s not afraid to show-off a diva-size attitude about her diabetes.

Jessica is living with type 1 diabetes and she has several tattoos. Our two favorite ‘divabetic friendly‘ tattoos are located on her wrists: “Sugar” and “Free.”

Tune in to hear Jessica’s self-care solution to a Legally Blonde – inspired Diabetes Numerology Game puzzle. Will she be ‘Elle Woods’ or  ’in the wooods’ when it comes to managing her diabetes in a fitness – related situation?

Jessica C. will be appearing on our upcoming  Diva TalkRadio – Diabetes Roundtable scheduled for Tuesday, September , 2011, 6 – 6:30 PM, EST. Call the Diva Hotline: (347) 215-8551  with your questions and comments. We’d like to hear from you!

LISTEN NOW: Diva TalkRadio – Diabetes Roundtable on divaebetic.org It’s informed, innovative and in-step with YOU! We’re podcasting with attitude. 

Are You Juggling Or Struggling With Your Diabetes?

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

 

Who’s The Leader Of The Club That’s Made For You And Me?!!! M-I-S-T-E-R–D-I-V-A-B-E-T-I-C!

Feel Like Mouseketeer at Divabetic Club

“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  ’The Real-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

Diva Notes

Here’s a message we received from a visitor to our community: Hi! Love your mission. You have a unique yet needed approach – fun! Hats off to you and wishes for a fabulous 2011! Joy & Gratitude, Teresa

Diva Notes

Here’s a message we received from Judi Wilcox, RD, CDE, Diabetes Nutrition Specialist – Diabetes and Nutrition Center at Memorial Regional Hospital (Hollywood, FL) and one of our fabulous Divabetic Charlie’s Angels of Diabetes Care: Judi Wilcox, RD, CDE   “Keep making it happen and sharing the joy and excitement for so many Divas! i am so proud to be part of Diva TalkRadio. I look forward to it too and thanks for helping so many women to celebrate their Diabetes” love and faith, judi Wilcox   Speak with Judi, live, Tuesday night (1/11/11), 6pm, on Diva TalkRadio Diabetes Roundtable:    http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2011/01/11/diabetes-roundtable

From Diagnosis to DIVA!

Tomorrow night on Diva TalkRadio, meet our Diva Diabetes Numerology contestant:

Amy M.
Status: Type 2 Diva
Diagnosis Date: 3/13/2007
Hometown:  New York City (NY)
Special Member of Amy’s Healthcare Entourage: Dr. Ryvkin (General Practitioner)
Favorite Famous Diva: Patti LaBelle
In Amy’s words: “Since being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, I’ve worked hard at being able to control my health. One of my biggest challenges has been turning away from the cakes, cookies and ice cream that I love.  My wish is to help others learn that diabetes is not a death sentence.”

Log on, tune in and call in – Diva TalkRadio tomorrow night at 6pm. Amazing guests and giveaways. Plus, we review the menu at Red Lobster to be a better eater (not a perfect eater) and find out how well our NYC diva, Amy M, does with a sinking blood glucose level in shark-infested waters!

Diva TalkRadio:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2010/11/09/diabetes-roundtable

Call 1-347-215-8551 during the show to speak with Mr. Divabetic, Amy or any of our guests. See you on the radio!

Saturday’s Big Event

Here’s an instant game straight from the floor of tomorrow’s big event in Pittsburgh. Unscramble the letters on these posters and what do you get?

 Answer: DIVA

Each letter represents one of the four stations in the Divabetic Pavilion. “D” is for Dazzle, “I” is for Inform, “V” is for Vision and “A” is for Appreciate.

Come for the inspiration, stay for the fun, courtesy of Mr. Divabetic and your fabulous team!

The Divabetic Pavilion at the Pittsburgh ADA Expo
Saturday, November 6, 2010, 10am – 4pm
The David L. Lawrence Convention Center
1000 Ft. Duquesne Boulevard
Free Admission

Meet us in Pittsburgh November 6th!

Divabetic’s headed to the ADA Expo in Pittsburgh, PA. Join us!