Chef Robert Lewis ‘The Happy Diabetes’ guests on Serve, Taste or Trash!

Chef Robert Lewis

I’m thrilled to announce that Chef Robert Lewis “The Happy Diabetic”  will be my guest on Divabetic’s new podcast, Serve, Taste or Trash! Game, scheduled to debut Tuesday, January, 29, 2013, 6 PM, EST on blogtalkradio.

Chef Robert Lewis who graduated from the Culinary Institute of America is  living with type 2 diabetes. I’ve had the pleasure  of working with Chef Robert at several Taking Control Of Your Diabetes Conferences & Health Fairs (TCOYD) around the country.#tcoyd

“Not only is he a fabulous chef but he’s also a great guy!,” says Mr. Divabetic. “He was my first choice to be a guest chef on my new podcast. Chef Robert’s a master of creating unique recipes featuring different  fruits and vegetables that even the pickiest eaters will love! His energy, enthusiasm and expertise are the perfect fit for our  zany, culinary showcase.”

The goal of this new podcast is to encourage kids of all ages to become more open-minded eaters.

Over the years Chef Robert has created thousands of delicious, diabetic-friendly dishes that are also easy to prepare. His cookbooks, ‘Simply Desserts’ and ‘Get Happy, Get Healthy,’ celebrate great-tasting food that both DIVA-betics and non-DIVA-betics can enjoy and are also filled with tips, tidbits, and humorous anecdotes that make cooking fun! Plus, he’s now staring in the diva-licious new cooking series, ‘Cookin’ Across Iowa.’ READ MORE:  http://www.happydiabetic.com

Enjoy a delicious half hour of crazy food challenges, fresh perspectives and news on the latest ‘sweet and sour’ food trends hosted by Mr. Divabetic. Special guests include Wellness and Diabetes Coach, Ginger Vieira, the author of “Your Diabetes Science Experiment” and “Emotional Eating with Diabetes”, host of ‘Cooking Across Iowa’ TV show Chef Robert Lewis ‘The Happy Diabetic’ ,  co-founder of Earth Cafe Living Foods, Inc. Craig Ahrens, The ‘Queen of the Salad Bar’ Aida Romaine and Carole from Philadelphia, PA living with type 2 diabetes. Show Link: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/01/29/serve-taste-or-trash-1

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: Serve, Taste or Trash!

Mr. Divabetic’s food game

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic plays his nutrition game, Serve, Taste or Trash! with the vendors and patrons at Central Farm Market in Bethesda, MD.#centralfarmmarket

You might be surprised by the results. In the game, you’re given three choices of fruits and vegetables. 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. And the texture is crispy, rather than mushy. Special guest, Kathy Gold RN, MSN, CDE, Director of Outreach and Education at the Diabetes Research & Wellness Foundation in Washington, DC helped to raise awareness for diabetes in a fun and glamorous new way. Original music by Douglas Clay: www.douglasclaymusic.com

GLAM MORE FEAR LESS: The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic trips, stumbles and falls on the red tomato carpet at the My Pink Tie Project to support breast cancer awareness  in New York.

TUNE IN: Free Diabetes Podcast Inspired by Chaka Khan celebrating National Diabetes Awareness Month with 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

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic rolls out the red tomato carpet at the 68th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York.

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 

Why Too Much Sugar is Toxic

The average American eats 2 to 3 pounds of sugar a week. That includes table sugar used in coffee, brown sugar used in cooking, soft drinks, sweetened tea and processed foods containing sugar.

While it is true our bodies need sugar (glucose) since this is the only fuel the brain can use, it’s important to note that a fully functioning body produces enough sugar for the body through the natural digestion of whole, unprocessed foods. By eating healthy carbohydrates like fruits and whole grains you can give your body all of the glucose it needs without ever having to eat refined white or brown sugar.

Refined sugar has been stripped of all of its vitamins, minerals and fiber and therefore does not digest naturally. In order to metabolize sugar through the kidneys, the heart is forced to work extra hard. On top of that, when sugar is released in the bloodstream, it causes an influx of adrenaline, which also puts unnecessary stress on the heart. Eating sugar before going to bed makes the heart work exceptionally hard and puts your health in danger.

Sugar also has addictive properties that make breaking the habit as hard withdrawing from some narcotics.The good news is that its possible to curb your sugar addiction according to Karen Ficarelli is the founder and CEO of Fitness4Her.com.

Karen Ficarelli says, “begin by adding one extra fruit to your daily diet each week or every two weeks. For each fruit you add, subtract one teaspoon or one source of processed foods such as cookies or cake from your diet. Substituting fruit for processed sugar will change your taste buds and train them to appreciate the fructose in place of the sucrose. It may take some time, but it will be a change that you can live with for the rest of your life.”

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Mr Divabetic shares a Behind-the-Scene look at presenting diabetes education with DAZZLE at the ADA Expo in Pittsburgh, PA for the past five years

TUNE IN: Free Diabetes Podcast Inspired by Chaka Khan celebrating National Diabetes Awareness Month with 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.

See Mr. Divabetic live 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: Central Farm Markets

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic plays his nutrition game, Serve, Taste or Trash! with the vendors and patrons of Central Farm Market in Bethesda, MD. You might be surprised by the results.  In the game, you’re given three choices of fruits and vegetables: a spaghetti squash, a Valencia tomato and Asian pear. You must decide which choice you’d serve, which one you’d taste and which one you’d trash.

Before you decide to “trash” a veggie and/or fruit 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. And the texture is crispy, rather than mushy. Special guest, Kathy Gold RN, MSN, CDE, Director of Outreach and Education at the Diabetes Research & Wellness Foundation in Washington, DC helped to raise awareness for diabetes in a fun and glamorous new way.

Since 2009, Central Farm Markets have been providing residents with a place to buy the freshest produce, meats, dairy, seafood and bakery goods from over 50 top quality farmers and artisan food producers. Visit Central Farm Market’s website and facebook page.

Get inspired to eat more fruits and vegetables. Tune in to Divabetic’s free monthly podcast, Diva TalkRadio: Diabetes Roundtable hosted by Mr. Divabetic. Diva TalkRadio is Divabetic’s dynamic free online and mobile podcast channel features a line-up of live and archived programs and specials. Guests include 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 his quest to glamorize good health at Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes outreach event in Philadelphia, PA, the American Diabetes Association’s Diabetes Expo in Pittsburgh, PA  and the Taking Control Of Your Diabetes Conferences & Health Fairs in San Diego, CA and Austin, TX. Join Divabetic’s facebook page. For sponsorship opportunities and event details visit:  www.divabetic.org

Original music by Douglas Clay: http://www.douglasclaymusic.com

Register now for ’Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes’ - our largest free diabetes outreach event of the year promoting a diva attitude for living well with diabetes scheduled for Saturday, October 13, 2012 in Philadelphia, PA.

‘Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes’, mixes free beauty and fashion services, a Plus Size fashion show and music with interactive diabetes education in a fun, comfortable setting to broaden the appeal of diabetes educational outreach for women. Our goal is to make every woman feel more beautiful inside and out through the help of a team of certified diabetes educators, registered dietitians, and beauty and fashion experts.

Saturday, October 13, 2012, 11 AM – 4 PM

Jefferson Alumni Hall , First Floor Eakins Lounge 10th and Locust Streets

Philadelphia, PA 19107

FREE ADMISSION

Register: 1-800-JEFF-NOW

HEALTHY DINING OUT ADVICE Tune in to Divabetic’s Free monthly Diabetes Podcast inspired by Taylor Swift featuring expert advice on dining out, grocery shopping and a frank, fashion forward discussion on diabulimia, Diabetes Numerology self-care games along with ‘diagnosis to DIVA’ stories http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/09/11/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-mystery-diva

Look who’s on the red tomato carpet with Mr. Divabetic at Plus Night Out -NYC

Meet Mr. Divabetic on his quest to glamorize good health at Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes outreach event in Philadelphia, PA, the American Diabetes Association’s Diabetes Expo in Pittsburgh, PA  and the Taking Control Of Your Diabetes Conferences & Health Fairs in San Diego, CA and Austin, TX.

For sponsorship opportunities and upcoming outreach event details visit:  www.divabetic.org and Divabetic’s Facebook’s Group and Fan pages.

Delicious Ways to Lower Risk of Heart Attacks

Eating lots of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables could help keep women’s heart attack risk low, according to a large new study. Does this answer questions about why the happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic wears a fruit suit?

GLAM MORE, FEAR LESS!

Researchers from the Karolinska Institute found that women who consumed the most antioxidants from foods — not to mention ate nearly seven servings of fruits and vegetables each day — had a 20 percent decreased risk of having a heart attack over a 10-year period.

Even though past studies have not shown any immense benefit from taking antioxidant supplements on heart attack risk, the researchers noted that the positive effect observed in this study may be because the women ate actual fruits and vegetables.

“In contrast to supplements of single antioxidants, the dietary total antioxidant capacity reflects all present antioxidants, including thousands of compounds, all of them in doses present in our usual diet, and even takes into account their synergistic effects,” study researcher Dr. Alicja Wolk, DrMedSci, said in a statement. Reprinted from Huffington Post

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic rolls out the red tomato carpet at NY Fashion Week with a behind the scenes look at hat designer, Evetta Petty‘s Spring 2013 Hat Collection.

Register now for ’Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes’ - our largest free diabetes outreach event of the year promoting a diva attitude for living well with diabetes scheduled for Saturday, October 13, 2012 in Philadelphia, PA.

‘Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes’, mixes free beauty and fashion services, a Plus Size fashion show and music with interactive diabetes education in a fun, comfortable setting to broaden the appeal of diabetes educational outreach for women. Our goal is to make every woman feel more beautiful inside and out through the help of a team of certified diabetes educators, registered dietitians, and beauty and fashion experts.

Saturday, October 13, 2012, 11 AM – 4 PM

Jefferson Alumni Hall , First Floor Eakins Lounge 10th and Locust Streets

Philadelphia, PA 19107

FREE ADMISSION

Register: 1-800-JEFF-NOW

BORED BY DIABETES EDUCATION? Check out our Free Diabetes Podcast inspired by Taylor Swift featuring a frank, fashion forward discussion on diabulimia, Diabetes Numerology self-care games and more great ‘diagnosis to DIVA’ stories http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/09/11/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-mystery-diva

Look who’s on the red tomato carpet with Mr. Divabetic at Plus Night Out -NYC

Meet Mr. Divabetic on his quest to glamorize good health at Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes outreach event in Philadelphia, PA, the American Diabetes Association’s Diabetes Expo in Pittsburgh, PA  and the Taking Control Of Your Diabetes Conferences & Health Fairs in San Diego, CA and Austin, TX.

For sponsorship opportunities and upcoming outreach event details visit:  www.divabetic.org and Divabetic’s Facebook’s Group and Fan pages.

Wednesday’s World Premiere Video: Step Out Walk To Stop Diabetes

Join the happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic as he brings his dazzling brand of diabetes education and empowerment to the American Diabetes Associations’s Annual Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes  in New York, NY. Play along with walkers as Mr. Divabetic hosts his favorite nutrition game, Serve, Taste or Trash! #servetastetrash

Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes is the signature fundraising walk of the American Diabetes Association. The event has been taking place for more than 20 years and has raised more than $150,000,000 to Stop Diabetes! More than 150,000 participants from over 130 walk events across the country came together last year to raise over $20 million.

GLAM MORE, FEAR LESS! Tune in to Divabetic’s free monthly podcast, Diva TalkRadio: Diabetes Roundtable hosted by Mr. Divabetic. Diva TalkRadio is Divabetic’s dynamic free online and mobile podcast channel features a line-up of live and archived programs and specials. Guests include 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.

Hello Fresh is the smart way to prepare easy and healthy meals for yourself and your family. Say goodbye to unhealthy fast food and repetitive meals and rediscover the joys of cooking. Every week we deliver the exact ingredients for your healthy and tasty meals, straight to your door. And the best bit? Delivery is included in the price — we won’t charge you extra. With Hello Fresh those dreaded rush hour shopping trips and the last minute dash to the supermarket are a thing of the past. We do the hard work whilst you stay stress free. When selecting our produce we always choose freshness and include organic items as standard. Because we are convinced: Freshness is not just a motto but also something you can taste! At Hello Fresh we will supply three to five high quality recipes a week, depending on your preferences. We are passionate about ingredients that are fresh, nutritious and tasty. So not only will you discover new delicious foods but also contribute to your health and wellbeing. Go to hellofresh on facebook.

Meet Mr. Divabetic on his quest to glamorize good health at Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes outreach event in Philadelphia, PA, the American Diabetes Association’s Diabetes Expo in Pittsburgh, PA and the Taking Control Of Your Diabetes Conferences & Health Fairs in San Diego, CA and Austin, TX. For sponsorship opportunities and event details visit: www.divabetic.org

Original music by Douglas Clay: www.douglasclaymusic.com

BORED BY DIABETES EDUCATION? Check out our Free Diabetes Podcast inspired by Taylor Swift featuring a frank, fashion forward discussion on a the shocking diet trend called ‘diabulimia’ that has young women living with type 1 diabetes skipping or shortchanging their insulin to lose weight and risk a coma and an early death.  Plus, we’re learning healthy ways to eat BBQ, playing games and hearing more great ‘diagnosis to DIVA’ stories http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/09/11/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-mystery-diva

Look who’s on the red tomato carpet with Mr. Divabetic at Plus Night Out -NYC

Meet Mr. Divabetic on his quest to glamorize good health at Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes outreach event in Philadelphia, PA, the American Diabetes Association’s Diabetes Expo in Pittsburgh, PA  and the Taking Control Of Your Diabetes Conferences & Health Fairs in San Diego, CA and Austin, TX.

For sponsorship opportunities and upcoming outreach event details visit:  www.divabetic.org and Divabetic’s Facebook’s Group and Fan pages.

The Best of Mr. Divabetic’s Summer Videos

The happy healthcare host, Mr Divabetic has been on a quest to glamorize good health by promoting fruits and vegetables in his videos all summer long. Most of us just aren’t eating enough fruits and vegetables.  Rich in vitamins, nutrients, antioxidants, fiber, and water, it’s hard to understand how so many can resist that gorgeous nutritional profile. If you’re having trouble getting your five servings of fruits and vegetables a day, let Mr. Divabetic’s unique brand of diabetes education with humor, glamour and practical advice help you out.

Mr. Divabetic’s Serve, Taste or Trash game videos challenge you to choose from three fruits and vegetables in his Mystery Bag which one you’d serve, which one you’d taste and which one you’d trash. Let Mr. Divabetic help to inspire you overcome aversions to fruits and vegetables you think you don’t like, and even learn to love them with Serve, Taste or Trash at New York Summer Streets.

Play along with Mr. Divabetic as he challenges various American Diabetes Association staff members, Dr. Ileana Vargas – Rodriquez, Mimi Gonzalez BS, RN with the food game, ‘Serve, Taste or Trash!’  You might be surprised by the results.

Vegetables are one of those foods people either love or hate. The problem with hating our green friends is if you aren’t eating vegetables, your diet’s lacking in fiber and antioxidants. Like Mom always said, “they’re good for you!”

Mr. Divabetic talks to everyday people about their favorite fruits and vegetablesat Independence Hall in Philadelphia, PA. Laugh a little, learn a lot.

Coast to coast, Mr. Divabetic hosts the red TOMATO carpet. And what you’re wearing isn’t nearly as important as what you’re eating on this red carpet. GLAM MORE, FEAR LESS

Mr. Divabetic on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, CA

Chances are there are fruits and vegetables you love now that you hated as a kid. But how much fresh produce do you still avoid just because you think you don’t like them? Don’t get down, get DIVA!

Mr. Divabetic at the 2012 Tony Awards

LISTEN NOW: Free Diabetes Roundtable Inspired by Whitney Houston hosted by Mr. Divabetic   http://ning.it/NcR3ug

Meet Mr. Divabetic on the red tomato carpet at  Fashion’s Night Out in New York, NY, Central Farm Market in Washington, DC,  Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes outreach event in Philadelphia, PA, the American Diabetes Association’s Diabetes Expo in Pittsburgh, PA and the Taking Control Of Your Diabetes Conferences & Health Fairs in San Diego, CA and Austin, TX in  2012. Watch more of Mr Divabetic‘s  videos, enjoy over 75 free diabetes podcasts and get expert advice on diabetes and diabetes self-care at: www.divabetic.org

Good News for People Would Hate Eggplant

Okay, a lot of people who play Divabetic’s new food game, ‘Serve Taste or Trash’  say they hate eggplant. Kids, particularly, seem hard pressed to even try it. Maybe it’s the name. I don’t think the inclusion of “egg” does it any favors, especially where kids are concerned. Or maybe it’s be the spongy texture of eggplant when it’s uncooked. It can also turn into a soggy mess if it’s not cooked correctly.

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic wants to help you overcome aversions to fruits and vegetables you think you don’t like, and even learn to love them with his new food game, Serve, Taste or Trash.  You might be amazed to learn that there are a lot of people in the world who actually love the food you hate including eggplant (!) who are willing to share their favorite recipes with Divabetic so you might be tempted to give it another try.

http://youtu.be/BDlGGsRbvCA

If you’re one of the people in the universe who is willing to ‘trash’ eggplant –  here’s a sure-fire recipe that may prove the exception for those who don’t like eggplant!!!

Eggplant Sunset Salad

• 1 Large Eggplant
• 4 Large cloves garlic
• 1 Serrano pepper
• Juice of one lemon
• 2 ounces B.E. Wholegrain liquid
• Sea Salt
• Coconut Oil for Frying

1. Peel and cut eggplant into thick slices.
2. Sprinkle with salt on both sides and place in a single layer in a colander.
3. Place a bowl on top (as a weight) and allow to drain the excess liquid that develops for an hour.
4. While eggplant is draining, mince garlic and pepper. Mix with 2 tablespoons Sea Salt, lemn juice and B.E. Wholegrain liquid. Set aside.
5. Heat a few tablespoons of oil in a large nonstick sauté pan over med/high heat. Fry eggplant until golden brown on both sides. Remove from heat and place the slices on a cutting board. When cool enough to handle, but not cold, cut slices into cubes and put into a bowl with dressing made above. Toss and allow to sit for 20 minutes before serving.

Mr. Divabetic is the happy host of Diva TalkRadio, a free online and mobile podcast channel, where tens of thousands of fans, followers and listeners turn to laugh a little and learn a lot.

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

Meet Mr. Divabetic on the red tomato carpet at Divabetic – Makeover Your Diabetes outreach event in Philadelphia, PA, the American Diabetes Association’s Feria de Salud and Fashion’s Night Out in New York, NY, Central Farm Market in Washington, DC, the American Diabetes Association’s Diabetes Expo in Pittsburgh, PA and the Taking Control Of Your Diabetes Conferences & Health Fairs in San Diego, CA and Austin, TX in  2012. Watch more of Mr Divabetic‘s videos, enjoy over 75 free diabetes podcasts and get expert advice on diabetes and diabetes self-care at: http://www.divabetic.org

Original music by Douglas Clay: http://www.douglasclaymusic.com

What Do the Obamas Feed Their Kids?

White House chef Sam Kass said he serves lots of vegetables including broccoli, spinach, green beans, brown rice, fish and chicken. He said the family still has fun with a pizza or burger, but “we have some very balanced meals.”

White House personal trainer Cornell McClellan said the family does jumping jacks, push-ups, jump rope, boxing, running, soccer and basketball to keep fit.

What’s on your plate? Watch the happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic as he stops by Independence Hall in Philadelphia, PA to talk to everyday people about favoirte fruits and vegetables often with hilarious results.

Meet Mr. Divabetic on the red carpet at the American Diabetes Association Expo in Pittsburgh, PA and New York, NY and the Taking Control Of Your Diabetes Conference in 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

Saturday Morning Cat Lovers’ Cartoons

Ready for some  Saturday morning fun? Mr. Divabetic‘s cat-friendly cartoon, Carb Kitty, makes counting carbs easy.

Between the potato salad, the hamburger buns, and the strawberry shortcake served  at the cookout on July 4th, you may not realize how many carbohydrates you’re eating. Carbohydrates (“carbs”) can be counted 2 ways: by grams or by carb choices. Remember: 1 carb choice = 15 grams of carbohydrate.

The foods highest in carbs are high in starch or sugar. This includes anything made with flour or sugar, grains, foods with added sugar, and starchy vegetables such as potatoes and corn. Most processed foods are high in carbohydrates. Examples of low carb foods are proteins such as meat and eggs, most vegetables, low sugar fruits (such as strawberries), soy beans, and some dairy products.#carbkitty

See  the happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic perform live at: American Diabetes Association (ADA) Expos – Pittsburgh, PA and Taking Control Of Your Diabetes (TCOYD) Conferences & Health Fair – Austin, TX,  special appearances in Los Angeles, CA, Philadelphia, PA and more!

For more games, glucose inspiration and glamour go to: www.divabetic.org