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Hummus Pancakes–A Great RAD Diet Snack!
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Are you feeling better now that you have been managing your fat disorder through dietary changes for a while? All of you out there with Lipedema, Dercum’s Disease, FML, Madelung’s and more, who are trying to stick to the RAD Diet, know that it can often be a challenge to find a healthy but hearty snack. You don’t want to eat salty snacks that are fried or loaded with empty calories, and you’re probably sick of more chicken or veggies! So I thought you might enjoy this easy recipe for Hummus Pancakes with Tahini Dressing, originally published in Parade Magazine in 2008 and modified slightly by me. They are made with heart-healthy fats, and chickpeas are loaded with fiber and great nutrients. These are a savory pancake–great for lunch or a snack–but don’t make ‘em for breakfast! Read More→
Chicken roll with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes–a new RAD recipe!
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Happy New Year, everyone! Were you able to stick to the RAD diet over the holidays? I have to admit that I gave into temptation more than a few times…cookies, candy, and even some bacon and ham. But, as those of us with Dercum’s or Lipedema, or one of the other rare adipose disorders know, you just re-commit to the eating restrictions and start fresh with the next meal. That helps to bring the inflammation back under control so you can continue on your long-haul journey of managing your health. So let’s start off the new year with some new recipes! Read More→
Chicken with black beans and rice–RAD Diet Recipe
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Here’s a great dinner recipe that is easy to make, is low in fat, and is loaded with Mexican-inspired flavor. I adapted it from a Better Homes & Gardens recipe to make it more RAD diet compliant. You can use whichever type of chicken you prefer, but I use 6-8 small boneless, skinless chicken breast pieces that are about one serving each (about 3-4 oz. each). This is one of those dishes that tastes better the next day, as the flavors blend, and is also great for freezing off portions for later use. Read More→
Healthier Sweet Potato Options for Thanksgiving–RAD DIET
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One of my favorite things about this time of year is that sweet potatoes are in abundance and on sale! I always stock up on fresh sweet potatoes or yams and make them many different ways. They are loaded with all kinds of good vitamins and antioxidants, including in the skin. I have to tell you that I have never been a fan of candied yams; they are too sweet (even though I love sweets) and then there is the whole marshmallow controversy (with? without? full size? mini? who wants to get in the middle of that?). Since getting diagnosed with Dercum’s Disease and being more vigilant about my diet, I look for ways to enjoy all the natural goodness of sweet potatoes, without coating them in loads of butter or sugar. Read More→
To Soy or Not To Soy?
Posted by: | CommentsHaving a fat disorder makes life challenging in many ways. There are constant decisions to be made every day with regard to activity levels, pain management, and food choices. The recommendations we hear in the mass media about maintaining a healthy lifestyle sound intriguing, but all-too-often that advice is not good for those of us with rare adipose disorders (RADs). That is thought to be the case with soy. Read More→
White Bean and Chicken Chili–RAD Diet #5
Posted by: | CommentsHi everyone! I hope you are having some success sticking to the RAD diet and feeling better because of it. There’s nothing better than chili in the Fall, is there? Well, since we can’t eat beef, I have adapted a recipe for White Bean and Chicken Chili to be (mostly) RAD compliant. If you use coconut oil in this one, you will get a Thai flavor profile, because of the combination of hot pepper and coconut. Add a little fresh cilantro on top and it will taste authentic Thai. This is also a great way to use up leftover rotisserie chicken. Here’s the recipe: Read More→
