by Mira | Jun 5, 2010 | alcohol, diabetes, dieters
Low-carb beer is known as a leaner alternative, but if you are trying to reduce the extra calories you are taking from alcohol, that’s a smart but not a great idea! That’s because the biggest amount of calories contributor in beer is not the carbohydrates, but...
by Mira | May 29, 2010 | diabetes, glycemic index, legumes, whole grains
I am sure you heard about Glycemic Index foods! And more specifically people suffering from diabetes, and even more specifically, people suffering from type- 2 diabetes (that occurs at later stages because insulin released from pancreas is not working, not because...
by Mira | May 27, 2010 | Uncategorized
I was browsing the net, and found this quiz ! It talks about diet personalities or if you want, different ways of thinking towards diets and food choices. Here is my result: Your diet personality: Holistic Congrats, you’re on the right...
by Mira | May 22, 2010 | alcohol, calcium, calories, fiber, iron, Nutrition, vit D deficiency
Pregnant women need a special diet. They must eat healthy, first of all for them and second for the baby. But who told you that they have to eat for two?? This is absolutely wrong! During the first trimester, pregnant women don’t have to gain weight. Weight gain...
by Mira | May 19, 2010 | Uncategorized
I was in Beirut a few days ago and of course wanted to try new restaurants. One of the good restaurants I tried was the new Asian one that has opened in Gemayze. Its name is OISHI The place is so classy, very romantic and the service is excellent. We didn’t know what...