Metformin – The Good, The Bad, & the Useful
Many people with diabetes, gestational diabetes, insulin resistance, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), and/or metabolic syndrome (MetS) are taking metformin, a drug that has been around for about 60 years. It is one of the oldest and safest medications used in the management of diabetes. Most people who take this medicine believe that it lowers glucose […]
Keto Shepherd’s Pie
1-1.5 lbs of ground beef 1/2 chopped onion 5-6 chopped, small sweet peppers 3 tsp minced garlic Allspice Salt & pepper to taste 1.5 cups leftover cauli-mash 1 can string beans 1/2 – 2/3 cup grated cheeses of choice Preheat oven to 350. Brown ground beef in skillet. Sprinkle lightly with allspice once all meat […]
Avocado Fries
Avocados Butter Melt 2 tbsp butter in skillet over medium heat. Halve avocados and remove pit. Slice each half into 4 slices. Place in skillet. Allow to brown and then turn each piece. Allow to brown. Turn heat off and remove from skillet. Serve.
Keto Cauli-Taters
1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets 1/2 stick of butter, softened 3-4 ounces of cream cheese 1 cup grated white cheddar 1 tsp garlic powder 1/4 cup (or less) heavy cream ( optional) Salt & pepper to taste Preheat oven to 350 degrees, and grease or butter casserole dish. Place chopped cauliflower into microwaveable […]
Just What is Ketosis?
I often get the question, “what is keto?” Sometimes, I hear, “keto’s dangerous.” Various myths surround the word “keto” and ketogenic eating. So, I thought I’d address some of these common myths and tell you the real truth about keto. Ketogenic diets were first used therapeutically in the early twentieth century; prior to the development […]
Discipline & Consequences
I realize many of our followers aren’t religious or Christians, but I am, & as such, one of my goals is to share what’s on my heart from time to time. If you aren’t of faith, feel free to scroll on by. But for those of you who are, God laid this message on my […]
Connecting the dots… How Chronic Diseases Manifest
Oftentimes, a patient will come in or someone will post on Facebook that new symptoms have occurred and evaluation is now needed. Today’s blog article will discuss some of the most common symptoms that bring patients in for diagnosis and treatment. We’re going to give 2 fictitious patients a run through a visit with me: […]
Tips & Tricks to Master LCHF
Sometimes life impacts our food choices and our intake of processed foods increases, although they may be higher in fat or lower carb. Many times, I get messages, asking for our “approval” to consume off-plan foods like keto breads and ice creams. While some of these foods’ ingredients may be included on the LCHF food […]
Grain-Free Fake Ziti
After seeing an awesome segment on “Rachael”, I wanted to try making a low carb & grain-free Ziti. So I began with her simple recipe and tweaked it a bit. Full of vitamins, nutrition, & healthy fats, it was an amazing dish to finish out the holidays with a bit of convenience and delicious twist […]
Teresa Reversed Her Diabetes!
I am VERY honored to introduce y’all to a very special friend of mine. I have known Teresa since our children were in kindergarten together, about 25 years ago. She recently reached out to KetoNurses, looking for something different. Here is her story in her words. My name is Teresa, and I live in rural Mississippi. I am […]
