tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4054481074390565318.post4191932621453145892..comments2023-10-28T09:05:23.712-05:00Comments on A Junk-Foodaholic's Journey to a Healthy Lifestyle: The Heart and The SeedLaurahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13634146510952805095noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4054481074390565318.post-64011973003678190122009-01-28T23:56:00.000-06:002009-01-28T23:56:00.000-06:00Healthnut - Thanks! I've bought all the ingredient...Healthnut - Thanks! I've bought all the ingredients to make my first batch of hummus. I'm going to make it on Superbowl Sunday! :)Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13634146510952805095noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4054481074390565318.post-79523527361758923482009-01-18T12:14:00.000-06:002009-01-18T12:14:00.000-06:00Thank goodness your mom is alright. You will love...Thank goodness your mom is alright. You will love hummus, it's very tasty. Best wishes to allkAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4054481074390565318.post-3939002494968059392009-01-16T01:15:00.000-06:002009-01-16T01:15:00.000-06:00Mike - Thanks! You're so right. Early detection is...Mike - Thanks! You're so right. Early detection is key. Don't ignore the smallest of warning signs! Having good health is indeed priceless. I bought chickpeas and tahini paste last night! :) I can't wait to make me some hummus!<BR/><BR/>Carol - Thanks for the cayenne tip. I think I <I>have</I> read about that before. I love cayenne pepper! I just used it the other day when I made my son, Dylan, his heavily requested gumbo. :) My mom has been taking a baby aspirin for awhile now. I need to start doing that too. Yes, knowing your family's heart history, you should definitely do everything you can to maintain your heart health. How about some hummus? :)<BR/><BR/>Nicole - Yes, it was scary but Mom's doing great now. Thanks for stopping by and taking time to comment!Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13634146510952805095noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4054481074390565318.post-47490993098177787592009-01-15T17:49:00.000-06:002009-01-15T17:49:00.000-06:00Thank goodness your mom is doing all right... Pre...Thank goodness your mom is doing all right... Pretty darn scary! I like your resolution--good idea--something simple that will make a big difference. :) Take good care!Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620513174959215930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4054481074390565318.post-78436400963792498032009-01-15T17:01:00.000-06:002009-01-15T17:01:00.000-06:00I've also read a lot about cayenne pepper being a ...I've also read a lot about cayenne pepper being a heart strengthener. Taken in caplets, there's no mouth-burn, doesn't upset the GI tract at all. Don't know any more than that. Have you read/heard anything along this line?<BR/><BR/>And your mom is taking a baby aspirin every day?<BR/><BR/>My mom has major heart problems. Everyone on her side that has died, it's been due to their heart. All of her (8) bros and sisters have heart dx. Guess I should be taking the cayenne, huh?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4054481074390565318.post-78528515476604909072009-01-15T02:08:00.000-06:002009-01-15T02:08:00.000-06:00Glad your mom is doing better; this is a great pos...Glad your mom is doing better; this is a great post for people to understand the importance of early detection (and healthy diet) for whatever ails you. Also I LOVE hummus!<BR/><BR/>peace,<BR/>mike<BR/>livelife365Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06619996824958462393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4054481074390565318.post-50387114384771817082009-01-14T01:10:00.000-06:002009-01-14T01:10:00.000-06:00Bartolomo - Mom is doing very well. Thanks for the...Bartolomo - Mom is doing very well. Thanks for the kind wishes. I can't wait to try hummus!<BR/><BR/>Furkidsmom - Thank you, Sniffie and the Florida Furkids! I'm glad your Daddy's stent procedure went well. A 90% blockage! Whew, that's scary isn't it? Like I said, I know I'm going to like hummus and can't wait to make some! :)<BR/><BR/>Paul @ PurpleGreenPops.com - I agree, healthy eating <I>is</I> the best prescription. Thank you, dear, for the kind words. :)<BR/><BR/>Sandee @ Comedy Plus - Thanks for the kind words. I'm glad your heart appointment went well. :)<BR/><BR/>Sadie - I love your enthusiasm! :) I can't wait to try hummus. I know I'm going to love it. Thanks for the prayers and the fish oil tip. My friend and coworker takes fish oil caps daily too.<BR/><BR/>Jan - Yum, I can't wait to try your recipe. I always make my own guacamole in the blender and it sounds like the same recipe except you use chick peas instead of avocado. Thanks for sharing! :)Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13634146510952805095noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4054481074390565318.post-54182539628992815172009-01-13T14:48:00.000-06:002009-01-13T14:48:00.000-06:00The best hummus? Drain a can of chick peas, put th...The best hummus? Drain a can of chick peas, put the peas in your processor with lemon juice, tahini and lots of garlic. Process to desired texture. Fantastic. No added salt or preservatives. And cheap.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4054481074390565318.post-43373463747024430572009-01-13T11:38:00.000-06:002009-01-13T11:38:00.000-06:00I love hummus!! My favorite brand is Athenos - the...I love hummus!! My favorite brand is Athenos - the original flavor. It's good with Wheat Thins, celery sticks, or even as a sandwich! I make a sandwich with whole wheat bread, hummus, and bean sprouts. It's really yummy fresh tasting.<BR/><BR/>I'm glad you're mom is okay. My grandfather is having similar problems, so I can totally relate. I'll keep her in my prayers. <BR/><BR/>Another good thing for your heart is Fish Oil pills. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4054481074390565318.post-42955855204092861092009-01-13T11:20:00.000-06:002009-01-13T11:20:00.000-06:00Glad your mom is going to be okay. I too smoked f...Glad your mom is going to be okay. I too smoked for years and have since quit. I just had a trip to the cardiologist and everything checked out fine. Well, for now anyway.<BR/><BR/>I didn't know about the sesame seeds though. Thanks for the tip.<BR/><BR/>Have a terrific day Laura. :)Sandeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06785788498697004273noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4054481074390565318.post-59212278254818339142009-01-13T08:42:00.000-06:002009-01-13T08:42:00.000-06:00A most excellent post, honey!I think what might ha...A most excellent post, honey!<BR/><BR/>I think what might have happened to your mother is, all those years of smoking caused scarring in her heart and arteries. <BR/><BR/>Once there is scarring, it causes stuff to attach to the scar tissue. As time goes on, more and more stuff attaches to the scar tissue, to the point where it causes total blockage.<BR/><BR/>So in addition to the surgical procedure, if I were your mother, I would try to never again eat anything that comes in a box or a bag. Fresh fruits, veggies, water and exercise.<BR/><BR/>If you get creative, you can find all kinds of different ways to eat healthy.<BR/><BR/>The body will eventually clean itself out, and that includes much of the stuff that caused the blockages.<BR/><BR/>I love you! And again, great job, honey!Paul Eilershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03443012393151401891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4054481074390565318.post-10494556144004565102009-01-13T07:45:00.000-06:002009-01-13T07:45:00.000-06:00We're glad your Mom is ok. Our Daddy had to have ...We're glad your Mom is ok. Our Daddy had to have stents a couple of years ago - he was 90% blocked in one and 85% in the other! <BR/><BR/><BR/>Mom loves hummus - we know you will too. Thanks for the reminder about hummus. Maybe we'll make her get some today!<BR/><BR/><BR/>Sniffie and the Florida FurkidsThe Florida Furkidshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14708483531149879310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4054481074390565318.post-44708991550617395832009-01-13T06:57:00.000-06:002009-01-13T06:57:00.000-06:00Best wishes to your Mom. And you are going to lov...Best wishes to your Mom. And you are going to love hummus. Get 3 or 4 different kinds to determine which flavor you like best.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com