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  • Hi Cindy. Simple carbs, like those found in pasta, bagels and bread generally will cause a spike in blood sugar for about .3 hours, depending of course on the portion and whether or not protein was eaten with it, and whether or not the pasta is enriched or whole wheat pasta. My guess is that the 210 blood sugar level is…
    in carbs and diabetes question Comment by chefdak March 2013
  • Dear fed up and feeling down: Been there, done that. I can relate to you on so many levels. First the whole work schedule. With shows almost every weekend throughout the summer and fall, I miss out on a lot of socializing. While friends and family are gathering at the beach, going away for weekend trips, hanging at the…
    in Fed up and feeling down Comment by chefdak August 2012
  • Moderate amounts of healthy carbs is your best bet. Low carb is not good for the long haul. Whole grain pastas offer healthy carbs and lean protein. Wheatberries another good source of healthy carbs and lean protein. I love Greek Yogurt, plain 0% fat. I mix with blueberries. Makes a yummy and nutritious post workout snack.
    in High protein, low carb Comment by chefdak August 2012
  • I recently started marching in place when I am in the kitchen doing tedious jobs that don't allow me to move around a lot, like chopping veggies, washing dishes, etc. Hey, every little bit adds up!! Keep moving people. It burns calories. :)
    in Did you know.... Comment by chefdak August 2012
  • Hi Cindy: Here is my recipe for awesome sweet potato oven fries: Wash and dry the sweet potatoes and cut into spears, like steak fries. Place on baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil just until they are coated. Sprinkle a little salt and pepper and whatever seasonings you like on your fries. Sometimes I sprinkle a little…
    in Sweet potato fries Comment by chefdak August 2012
  • I'm from PA. Bucks County. South East. Welcome.
    in Is anyone from Pennsylvania? Comment by chefdak May 2012
  • Originally from New Jersey. I live in PA now but I'm a Jersey girl at heart.
    in Where is everybody from ? Comment by chefdak May 2012
  • take it one step at a time. For now forget the gym workout if that is too physically daunting for you. Just move your body. Get a pedometer and wear it faithfully. Each day after work get out and go for a walk. The more you move the better you will feel. Before you know if you will be challenging yourself to get more steps…
    in How to get past being so bloody lazy Comment by chefdak April 2012
  • Hi Kim: We are all Disney Princess alumni. You will LOVE this race. Have you done any other races?????
    in Lets Go Princess Chicks! Eater is over! Put the candy down! Comment by chefdak April 2012
  • Me! 5' 3". 40.5- 31-42. UGH!!!! I don't think my waist measurement will ever budge. I'm am five pounds from goal and still not budging.
    in hour glass shaped girls?? Comment by chefdak April 2012
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