Dinner: Betty's Friendship Fruit Dip

Betty demonstrates how to make a light and luscious Friendship Fruit Dip. This recipe was given to me by Lynn, a great friend I met on YouTube about a year ago. She has shared several wonderful recipes with me, and I want to pass this one along to all of you. It's beautiful and tastes wonderful! Friendship Fruit Dip 8-oz. cream cheese, softened to room temperature (You may use the fat-free type.) ½ cup confectioners sugar 1 teaspoon lemon juice 4-oz. whipped topping (You may use a fat-free or sugar-free type.) In a large mixing bowl, beat 8-oz. cream cheese with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add ½ cup confectioners sugar and 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and beat again with an electric mixer until fluffy. Now, carefully fold in 4-oz. whipped topping. Cover and chill until ready to use. (The dip is ready to use immediately, also.) Serve with fresh fruit. I demonstrated the serving of this dip with fresh pineapple and blueberries. Some other appropriate fruits are strawberries, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, watermelon, peaches, pears, apples, oranges, cherries, bananas, kiwi fruit, grapes—just about any fruit that you like! You can place the dip in a serving bowl and let guests spoon the amount they need onto their serving plate, if you like. This is a treat that you can arrange in such a way that the colors of the fruit and the combination of the flavors is just gorgeous! Enjoy!!! --Betty Please subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/bettyskitchen ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ NEW Cookbook:  "Betty's Kitchen Cookbook:  2013 Recipes" (c) 2014 Also available:  "The Betty's Kitchen Collection:  Second Edition" (c) 2013 *Both can be ordered from http://www.amazon.com or http://www.createspace.com ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Betty's Website:  http://www.bettyskitchen.us ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Other places to watch Betty's Kitchen: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/pages/bettyskitchen/166973502092 Pinterest:  http://www.pinterest.com/bettyskitchen/bettyskitchen/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Myshine Google :  https://plus.google.com/108882445101872897307/posts ifood.tv:  http://www.ifood.tv/bettyskitchen Roku:  http://www.rokuguide.com/channels/betty's-kitchen​

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Lemon, Honey, Apples

Health benefits of Betty's Friendship Fruit Dip

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health.

Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefits against oxidative stress and inflammation. These antioxidants can help combat the damage caused by free radicals, which are linked to chronic conditions such as heart disease and cancer. Furthermore, the natural sugars in honey can provide a quick energy boost, making it an excellent option for a pre-workout snack or a natural sweetener in beverages and meals.

Honey's benefits extend beyond its nutritional profile. Its antimicrobial properties make it a natural remedy for wounds and burns, promoting healing by providing a moist environment and acting as a barrier to infection. Additionally, honey has been used for centuries to soothe sore throats and coughs, thanks to its ability to coat the throat and reduce irritation.

However, it's important to consume honey in moderation. While it is a healthier alternative to refined sugar, it is still a form of sugar and can contribute to weight gain and other health issues if consumed in large amounts. For individuals with diabetes or those monitoring their blood sugar levels, it's crucial to account for honey's GI and its effects on blood sugar.

Choosing raw, unprocessed honey can also maximize its health benefits. Raw honey is more likely to retain its antioxidants and other beneficial compounds that can be lost during processing. Incorporating honey into your diet can be as simple as adding it to yogurt, drizzling it over oatmeal, or blending it into smoothies. Its natural sweetness and health-promoting properties make honey a superfood worth including in a healthy, balanced diet.

Apples will improve your body's sensitivity to insulin (Reference: http://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/27/1/281.full)

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