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The Best Healthy Chicken Caesar Wrap

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   Ingredients: 1 large chicken breast (cooked and sliced or shredded) 1 cup Romaine lettuce , chopped 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup Caesar dressing 1 large whole wheat or flour tortilla 1/4 cup croutons (optional, for added crunch) Instructions: Prepare the chicken : If you're using raw chicken breast, season it with salt, pepper, and any other spices or herbs you like (garlic powder, paprika, or Italian seasoning are great options). Heat a pan over medium heat and cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips or shredding it with a fork. If you're using pre-cooked chicken (like leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken), simply shred or slice it for the wrap. Prepare the wrap : Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface, such as a cutting board or a plate. If you like your wraps warm, you can hea...

How Your Body Turns Food into Good Energy with Diabetes

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  Introduction Ever wonder why you feel tired all the time with diabetes? Your body struggles to turn food into good energy, leading to fatigue and sluggishness. This post breaks down the science behind energy production, insulin’s role, and how diabetes changes the process. Plus, we’ll share practical tips and supplements to help keep your energy levels up. Let’s dive in! How the Body Produces Good Energy with Diabetes How the Body Makes Insulin Your pancreas produces insulin, a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar. When you eat, your blood sugar rises, signaling your pancreas to release insulin. This hormone helps move sugar from your bloodstream into your cells, where it’s used for energy. Without enough insulin, sugar stays in your blood, leading to high glucose levels and low energy. Key Takeaway: Insulin is essential for moving sugar into your cells to provide energy. Without enough, fatigue and high blood sugar levels occur. Insulin Opens Cell Doors Think of insul...