Jessica Simpson And Mom Weigh In Together!

Much fuss has been made about Jessica Simpson, her post-baby weight, and her high-profile contract with Weight Watchers. Even her mom has joined her in the weekly weigh-ins and points counting!

Athough Weight Watchers  has assured the public that they’re not putting undo pressure on the singer to lose the weight she famously gained while pregnant with baby Maxwell Drew, their seriously-bleak earnings and falling stock prices do give many  the feeling that they’ve probably got a lot riding on Simpson’s ability to be an engaging, inspiring spokesperson.

Pressure to lose the baby weight has reached a fever pitch, and more and more celebs are speaking out against it. And then there was that recent report out of Canada about how pregnant stars are contributing to “pregorexia.” Relying on a new mom to show the world how effective Weight Watchers is, then, isn’t exactly body-positive or on the right side of the conversation. Read more: http://blisstree.com/live/jessica-simpson-weight-watchers-807/#ixzz22crUhcuS

Check out real people’s reactions to Mr. Divabetic unique way of promoting healthy eating habits at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, PA.

Mr. Divabetic is the host of Divabetic’s dynamic free online and mobile podcast channel featuring health care professionals, beauty, image/style and fitness experts, entertainment industry leaders and VIPs: women and men living with, at risk of and affected by diabetes.

Meet Mr. Divabetic on the red carpet at the American Diabetes Association Expo in Pittsburgh, PA and the Taking Control Of Your Diabetes Health Fair & Conferences in San Diego, CA and Austin, TX in Fall 2012. For more glitter, games and glucose advice visit: http://www.divabetic.org

LISTEN NOW: Free Diabetes Podcast Inspired by Katy Perry  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/07/10/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-katy-perry

New Paula Deen Foods Coming to Grocery Stores

Newly anointed ‘divabetic’,  Paula Deen is planning to launch a branded line of prepared foods that will hit supermarket shelves sometime in 2013.

The celebrity chef  is teaming with Nanco Group to form Paula Deen Foods.

A spokesman for the company tells the Buffalo News they aren’t ready to disclose what exactly they’ll be selling under Deen’s brand, but does say there will be a mixture of perishable and non-perishable items and tht they will cover Deen’s traditional recipes but also include some lighter variations.

“This isn’t Paula just signing off on something,” said Steven Nanula, president of Paula Deen Foods. “This is Paula really getting into it and rolling up her sleeves along with her team.

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic stops by the 10th annual Big Apple Barbecue Block Party at Madison Square Park in New York City to find out how everyday people stay on track with their health goals while indulging in summertime fun.

Meet Mr. Divabetic on the red carpet at the American Diabetes Association Exp in Pittsburgh, PA and New York, NY and the Taking Control Of Your Diabetes Conference in Austin, TX in Fall 2012.#bbq

For more glitter, games and glucose advice visit: www.divabetic.org

Are VitaMuffin VitaTops Wack or Wow?

VitaMuffin VitaTops sound like they’re from a wacky episode of Seinfeld – the one where Elaine starts a successful bakery selling only the tops of muffins. Ultimately, she has to close up shop because she can’t figure out what to do with the rest of the muffins she doesn’t use!!

That show seems to be as  funny as the makers of VitaTops claim that their products are a tasty alternative to cereals and bars. “If you’re tired of chewing another nutritional bar, but still want the healthy benefits without the fat & calories then, VitaTops are for you!”

What got our attention and made us want to find out if  VitaTops are ‘wack’ or ‘wow’ is their slogan: “Diet Like A Diva!” 

First of all, the Divabetics reading this blog post should know that   VitaTops contain a lot of sugar.

Can we say, “WACK!”

Yes, the makers claim, ” they’re  only 100 Calories, low fat, high in fiber and fortified with 15 vitamins and minerals – pop one in the toaster & enjoy the fresh-baked muffin flavor you crave.”  But let’s look at the ingredients: Water, Whole Wheat Flour, Organic Evaporated Cane Juice, Egg Whites, Chocolate Chips (Sugar, Chocolate Liquor, Cocoa Butter, Soy Lecithin Added As An Emulsifier and Vanilla), Cocoa (Processed With Alkali), Soy Fiber, Erythritol, Inulin, Dried Honey, Wheat Gluten, Leavening (Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Potassium Bicarbonate), Fruitrim (Grapejuice, Brown Rice Syrup), Tricalcium Phosphate, Natural Flavor, Sea Salt, Xanthan Gum, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Folic Acid, Iron, Biotin, Zinc. Contains: Egg, Soy and Wheat.

And here’s what one blogger said about the taste of VitaTops: “ Chances are you will feel so dissatisfied with these Oreo wafers that you’ll storm off to find a pack of the real thing. To add insult to injury, these shrimpy baggies have no nutritional benefit or anything filling enough to quiet the tummy rumblings.”

VitaTop’s ‘Wack’ or ‘Wow’ Score:

SLOGAN: Wow

SUGAR CONTENT: Wack

TASTE: Wack

HEALTH CLAIM: Wack

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RuPaul Resists Root Beer Floats

In this Diva vs. The Dessert Showdown, Root Beer proves to be no match for a supermodel like RuPaul.

Let this fighting diva inspire you to see that life without sweet indulgences isn’t a DRAG. But if you’re struggling with your cravings, let ‘vanity’ to be the main purpose of your diet  –i.e., to look incredible in a swimsuit -you’re unlikely to stick with it for the long haul.

The solution: “Arm yourself with additional motivators,” says Jeff Volek, Ph.D., R.D., of the University of Connecticut. He suggests keeping a daily journal in which you monitor migraines, heartburn, acne, canker sores, and sleep quality in addition to body measurements and the number on the scale. #divavsdessert

CURB YOUR CARBS: Tune in to Diva TalkRadio – Diabetes Roundtable for snazzy advice on nutrition, fitness and diabetes self-care: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/03/13/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-kristen-chenoweth

“Discovering that your new diet improves the quality of your life and health is powerful motivation,” Volek says.

In the Kitchen with The Happy Diabetic Chef, Robert Lewis

The Happy Diabetic Chef Robert Lewis shows us how to make a Sliced Crème Cake Lemon Tower using a Hill & Valley Sugar Free Sliced Crème Cake.

LISTEN NOW:  Diva TalkRadio – Studio d with the happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic and special guest Chef Robert Lewis The Happy Diabetic:  http://ning.it/InlZv2

What’s The F Factor?

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic talks to Tanya Zuckerbrot MS, RD, author of the F Factor Diet the McDonald’s New York Metro Nutrition Network. The pair discuss the importance of starting your day with a healthy breakfast. For more information go to www.divabetic.org

Sexy Makeover for Baby Carrots

Baby carrots are getting a $25 million makeover in the hopes that Americans will start snacking on them like junk food. Can sex appeal and special effects get people to eat their vegetables?