LaVonna Gates LMT, NHP

Sugar is poison.

How much of a role does sugar play in our health? A lot more than you think… Today’s guest has spent decades researching how sugar and processed food affect the body and change our health. It’s not the first time Dr Robert Lustig has been on The Diary Of A CEO. Over 5 million of you watched our first conversation and so many of you requested him to come back on again! Dr Lustig is a world-renowned glucose expert and has been very vocal when speaking about the dangers of sugar and ultra-processed foods. In his clinic, he’s treated thousands of patients suffering from diabetes, obesity, and metabolic disease. And today, he's here to show us how we can take back control of our health and wellbeing. We cover: - Why do so many of us find sugar addictive? - How do ultra-processed foods rewire your brain? - Can 95% of Alzheimer’s risk really come from lifestyle? - The shocking link between sugar and depression… Most of us feel lost when it comes to food and health, but Dr Lustig makes it simple and practical. During our conversation, he explained how sugar isn’t just about weight gain or diet. He believes it’s how our brains work, how we age and even how long we live. It’s clear to me now that what we eat today is quietly shaping the rest of our lives. If you’ve ever wondered how the food on your plate affects you, this is the conversation you should hear.

Most people think it’s just what you eat that matters. But science shows the order matters too. Starting your meal with protein (like chicken, fish, beans or eggs) helps slow digestion and prevents your blood sugar from spiking. 🥦 Add fiber-filled veggies next. 🍚 Save carbs for last. This simple shift can keep you feeling fuller, steadier, and may even reduce your risk of insulin resistance over time. ✅ Eat protein first. ✅ Fiber next. ✅ Carbs last. Your body, and your blood sugar will thank you. #AskDrJill #MetabolicHealth #WellnessMadeSimple

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I made these a few nights ago they were pretty darn good.

🍕🧀 Pizza Chips – A Crispy, Cheesy Snack! 😍
Ingredients:
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp Italian seasoning
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
¼ cup mini turkey pepperoni slices
Pizza sauce for dipping
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make the Cheese Mixture
In a bowl, combine shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.
Step 3: Form and Bake the Chips
Spoon small mounds of the cheese mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart. Gently flatten each mound and top with mini turkey pepperoni slices.
Step 4: Bake to Perfection
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is crispy and golden brown. Allow the chips to cool slightly so they firm up.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Serve your crispy, cheesy Pizza Chips with warm pizza sauce for dipping. Perfect for game nights, parties, or whenever that pizza craving hits!

Love it.

Cabbage is a great food for a low carb diet this blog tells why it is a healthy additionion to that vegetable side of the plate

Carbs in Cabbage Explained: A Simple Low-Carb Guide Curious about the carbs in cabbage? Our nutrition guide reveals everything health enthusiasts need to know about this versatile vegetable.

Believe.

Honestly, a year can make a huge difference. Even 6 months. Blood sugar numbers can make such difference in 4 months. If you are ready for such a difference message me. I have room for one new coaching client.

One week ago I had my first two weight loss coaching clients. I have led them through the first week that I myself did several years ago. I have written about my journey for a few years now. I have told exactly how I did it for free. But then the interested people said they couldn’t do it. Just could not give up xyz…or that they did what I said but did not lose anything.
I don’t know if they did or didn’t. So now I am doing it as a coaching program. It is not free. I would like to offer a group plan that would be more affordable but otherwise it is $75 per coaching session. That is very reasonable as it takes quite a bit of my time. I work with people who are ready to give up all sugar products and starches. This diet really involves eating a lot of food. The right food at the right time. I ask that clients send me pictures of everything they eat each day. That accountability seems to work well. The time it takes limits the number of people I can work with. In time I am sure the price will increase. But for now this is how it is.

So we are one week in. Pounds have been lost. I think it is safe to say Mindsets have been changed. The feedback has been very rewarding . This is a 10 week course and can be continued from there is needed.