Countdown to Fitness

Do you have weight problems?  Do you have carpel tunnel syndrome?  Are you constantly cold when everyone else is all right with the temperature? Do you have a gluten allergy or a hidden gluten allergy?  Are you missing about a third of your eyebrows?

For years, I’ve thought I’ve had a problem with slow metabolism.  As it turns out, I didn’t look into this until this past week when I was actually doing research on thyroid problems for a friend.  I had been reading for months that coconut oil is great for hypothyroid problems, so I wanted to research this more closely for her.

As I looked into the coconut oil and thyroid connection, I started realizing that I, too, most likely have a very serious hypothyroid problem – in the late stages.  In fact, I was just at a normal checkup at my doctor’s office with past Monday, but my doctor didn’t pick up on this problem, even though my temperature was low (more than a degree) like it has been all the other times I’ve been to see her.  I should have looked into this more closely years ago when I noticed the temperature problem. (more…)

I love well-flavored and spicy foods, and this recipe, which  is a modification of Emeril Lagasse’s recipe I found at GumboPages.com, is a great compliment to many dishes.

This seasoning goes great on a good, sturdy piece of fish, pork, and beef.  I haven’t tried it on chicken yet.  My version adds a little smokey flavor to the meat.

Last night, we had fantastic pastured pork steaks, which I bought from Live Springs Farm.  I sprinkled a little of the seasonings on each side of the steaks and broiled them.  Yum!

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