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Comment on Coconut Oil and Alzheimer’s by admin

admin — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 19:26:51 +0000

The science right now is unclear as to any ill health effects that might stem from using ketones as a primary energy source for the brain. Considering that those with Alzheimer’s are suffering at an older age, it would seem that any relief from this horrible disease would be far better than effects that may not be seen for another 10-20 years. Still, we just don’t know.

Comment on Coconut Flour Recipes: Crepes or Faux Tortillas! by Healthy Low Carb Spinach Enchiladas | The Healthy Advocate

Healthy Low Carb Spinach Enchiladas | The Healthy Advocate — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 19:49:20 +0000

[...] 12 Coconut Flour Tortillas [...]

Comment on Coconut Oil and Alzheimer’s by J

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:16:27 +0000

I am a little confused. I had never heard of this link between coconut oil and Alzheimer’s. I know as a diabetic that producing ketones is not a good thing, and is a sign of high blood sugars. It makes me wonder how this actually works, and if there are any negative affects from this that are overlooked because it helps with brain function? I am new to natural living topics, and would love to know more about this.

Comment on Apples with Caramel – Refined Sugar Free, All-Natural by admin

admin — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:24:44 +0000

It is refined sugar free, and the “sugar” used is coconut palm sugar, which has a much different chemical makeup compared to pure sucrose that is processed from the cane sugar plant. It is also very, very low on the glycemic index, and it is a safe sweetener that can be used by diabetics or those watching their blood sugar.

Comment on Healthy Halloween Part One: “Midnight Kisses” – How to Make Hershey Kisses by admin

admin — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:22:42 +0000

Ooh, that does sound good. Will get to work on that right away.

Comment on Baked Donut Holes by Vegan Truffles | The Healthy Advocate

Vegan Truffles | The Healthy Advocate — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:04:51 +0000

[...] baked donut holes were an inspiration for these gluten-free vegan chocolate truffles, after I heard of someone using [...]

Comment on Apples with Caramel – Refined Sugar Free, All-Natural by Family Recipes

Family Recipes — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:03:04 +0000

We made this last weekend and loved it – Awesome recipe!

Comment on Apples with Caramel – Refined Sugar Free, All-Natural by Jenn

Jenn — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:29:44 +0000

Why is this recipe called “sugar-free” when the bulk of the recipe IS sugar?? Extremely misleading.

Comment on Baked Donut Holes by admin

admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:02:08 +0000

Glad you liked them Wendy! I will be posting an egg-free, dairy-free version of these tasty goodies.

Comment on Why I Use Coconut Oil by Paula Deen May Have Diabetes, But Don’t Blame the Butter! | The Healthy Advocate

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 01:57:20 +0000

[...] In fact, fat slows down the break down of carbohydrates in the body, leading to a slow release of insulin. The cells are then not bombarded by an onslaught of insulin, which can weaken insulin receptors. Cells actually need dietary fats to provide stabilization to receptor sites. Natural fat also lowers the glycemic index of a meal, which is one of the reasons why coconut oil is promoted as a healthy fat. [...]