Gourmet Garden

Mind - Body - Spirit

Being healthy needs all three working together. I believe achieving health can be done in small, gradual steps. And I believe we can all help each other get there by sharing information, recipes, motivational messages, and a few smiles! �

Next in my journey is very low carb eating. In September 2016 I decided I'd had enough of out of control blood sugars (Type II diabetes o

n metformin and once a day insulin), being dizzy and unsteady on my feet, and even spending the day in bed because I felt shaky and unsteady. So a huge change was necessary unless I wanted more pills and insulin. So I stopped eating simple carbs such as sugar, grains, rice, potatoes, pasta, bread, etc. Yes a big step but after just a week, I felt a huge difference and my blood sugars were decreasing. After a month, I had no shakes or unsteadiness and my blood sugars were finally back in my normal range! Now I'm excited! Next, I NEED to lose weight. Once the weight is down, I should be able to stop taking insulin which is my ultimate goal. Now I'm not following 100% Paleo eating but I'm doing what I can live with every day and not feel hungry or deprived. I still eat cheese (I just can't go without it!), a bit of full-fat dairy such as cream in my morning coffee and sour cream on my taco salad, and occasional legumes such as peanuts, lentils and chick peas. Hey I'm not perfect .. but I'm happy! So please join me and this journey to better health. Your input is always welcome!