Hi guys, this is my first post here at Life In Pleasantville and I am hoping it's a yummy one. I was feeling all Springy (is that even a word?) and my mind drifted off to sunshine, yellow and then whoaaa! Cheesecake, Lemon Mousse Cheesecake to be exact. It's been awhile! Feeling like I should share this amazing burst of pure deliciousness on a plate with you and then thinking maybe my first post should be something more. I am not exactly sure what I mean by more but …
Ridiculously Simple Ways to Prevent Diabetes
The International Diabetes Federation says the global burden of diabetes will surge from 382 million to 592 million by 2035. That is a lot of people suffering from an often preventable disease. It is also estimated that one in ten people have or will have diabetes worldwide, and the age of onset is getting younger and younger - kids as young as 8 are now being diagnosed with what used to be called "adult onset diabetes." The upside to these dreary statistics is that most of this disaster …
Five Ways to Keep Your Liver Healthy
It comes as a shock to people that most liver disease in Canada and the US is caused by food abuse causing obesity and not by alcohol abuse. The liver of a 10 year old overweight child who is fed junk all his years can be just as damaged as that of a 60 year old alcoholic. Both conditions lead to cirrhosis and potentially cancer. In fact, liver cancer is one of the very few cancers still on the increase. Why? Because people don’t know about the problem. One in Ten Canadian has liver …
Do You Have A Sugar Addiction?
By Theresa Albert, Toronto Nutritionist www.myfriendinfood.com Will there ever be any consensus on food addiction? Some people believe that overeating is just a lack of personal strength and others think there is a biological source. New evidence coming from a study in the EU is trying to pull together the research. There seems to be proof that the neurotransmitter called dopamine is increased in the brain when eating which is similar to what happens when taking other drugs. It lends …
Strawberries & Balsamic Vinegar
Last night I threw together a very simple dessert for my girls and their friends and then I had to slap their little hands away from eating mine. Sheesh. You'll love this and it's only three simple ingredients. Strawberries & Balsamic Vinegar 1 quart strawberries, washed and sliced 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp granulated sugar Toss strawberries with balsamic vinegar and sugar. Let sit at room temperature for at least an hour. How to serve this? Over vanilla ice cream, or with …
