Many processed foods (mostly processed meats) have nitrates, which, according to some studies, are carcinogenic. However, some vegetables also contain nitrates. In some forms, nitrates and nitrites can be hazardous. However, they may also have health benefits. You can check the label of processed meat for nitrites or nitrates in the ingredient list. If there … Continue reading Nitrates/Nitrites
Category: 8 Laws of Health
Sunlight and Circadian Rhythm
An additional benefit of sunlight is its crucial role in your circadian rhythm. A circadian rhythm is a natural, internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and repeats on each rotation of the earth roughly every 24 hours (Wikipedia). Dr. Arlene Taylor, brain-function specialist, describes it: “When sunlight enters the eye, it strikes the light-sensitive retina. Remember, … Continue reading Sunlight and Circadian Rhythm
Eating Eggs Increases the Risk of Dying from Heart Disease? NO!!
Eating (whole) eggs, preferably pasture-raised, actually decreases the risk of dying from heart disease. Watch the following 30-minute video for full information. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKOjXm32OTk&t=4s If you got this email from someone who forwarded it to you, please consider subscribing to our blog yourself at https://adventistvegetariandiabetics.com/blog-posts/-2. Scroll down to the SUBSCRIBE box and enter your email address. Please … Continue reading Eating Eggs Increases the Risk of Dying from Heart Disease? NO!!
July is National Blueberry Month
July is National Blueberry Month https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/july/national-july-belongs-to-blueberries-month-july Sponsored by the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council, an agriculture promotion group made up of blueberry farmers, processors, and importers in North and South America, who work together to research, innovate, and promote the fruits of their labors as well as the growth and well-being of the entire blueberry industry. … Continue reading July is National Blueberry Month
Best Fruit for Diabetics
June is Avocado Month in California! https://www.freshfruitportal.com/news/2023/06/13/california-is-celebrating-avocado-month-with-promotable-volumes/ Avocados are the most nearly perfect food for vegan/vegetarian diabetics! (Second only to organic free-range pasture-raised eggs for lacto-ovo vegetarians.) Some members of our Facebook group eat a whole avocado (or half, depending on the size) every day. "One-half an avocado is a nutrient and phytochemical dense food … Continue reading Best Fruit for Diabetics
National Hydration Day
It's time to raise your water bottle in celebration of National Hydration Day on June 23! This day was created to remind us all of the importance of staying hydrated, and the many health benefits that come with it. It is believed that drinking plenty of fluids can help reduce fatigue, improve your mental clarity … Continue reading National Hydration Day
National Egg Day
Eggs are the most nearly perfect food for diabetics! They have the ideal balance of protein, fat, carbohydrates, and vitamins. National Egg Day is celebrated each year on June 3. This holiday was created to celebrate the convenience, nutritional value, and versatility of eggs as a food ingredient. National Egg Day is an excellent opportunity … Continue reading National Egg Day
The Use of Water
Drinking Water Every May, the North Coast County Water District celebrates "National Drinking Water Awareness Month." Conservation tools and reading material are made readily available at the office and through public appearances. This is to promote awareness of water conservation, particularly in California, having experienced several years of drought. But it’s also a good time … Continue reading The Use of Water
The 30-day Richard Osborn Challenge
This has become an annual tradition for Adventist Vegetarian Diabetics! Richard is our “poster child” for walking 10,000+ steps a day. https://adventistvegetariandiabetics.com/other-resources/challenges/may/the-30-day-richard-osborn-challenge/ Please consider joining this Challenge, even if all you can do is walk out to the mailbox and back every day! You do not have to walk 10,000 steps/day as Richard does, but … Continue reading The 30-day Richard Osborn Challenge
“What Can I Eat?”
March is National Nutrition Month, an educational campaign focusing on eating nourishing meals. What we eat can significantly increase or decrease our risk factors for disease. We are often bombarded by a variety of diet programs that aim to improve our health. Making sense of them all can become a daunting task. Adventist Vegetarian Diabetics™ … Continue reading “What Can I Eat?”









