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Do you ever crave something sweet, but are concerned with the amount of sugar? Instead of ignoring our craving for sweets because of the added sugar content, try creative ideas such as adding or replacing typical dessert ingredients with fruit, plain yogurt, or nuts/seeds. The following recipes are not only delicious, but are nutritious! Compared…
Getting enough sleep is crucial for good health. What you may not know is that not getting enough sleep can increase your risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and can lead to poorer control of your DM (Diabetes Management) if you are already living with it. Studies show that not getting enough sleep can also…
Just because you have diabetes does not mean you cannot dine out with your friends and family. Creating a plan before going to the restaurant will help you stay on track without any guilt. The goal in going out to eat is to have a plan ahead of time on how to make your meals…
Have you ever wondered what fruits are good for diabetes, how often you can eat fruit, or which ones are bad for your blood sugar? People with diabetes often come across information about fruits that can be conflicting and confusing, especially when newly diagnosed. Here is some information to help clarify the answer. Fruits fall…
A healthy, balanced diet along with exercise/physical activity are fundamental for managing most health issues, including diabetes (type 1, type 2), gestational diabetes, or prediabetes. Physical activity includes all movement that increases energy use, whereas exercise is planned, structured physical activity. Evidence-based benefits include improved blood glucose control and improved insulin sensitivity, reduced cardiovascular risk…
As a dietitian, I see firsthand the impact that small changes have on people’s health. I work primarily with people with diabetes, but many of them have other conditions as well, such as high blood pressure, cholesterol, hypothyroidism, PCOS, or obesity. Each condition has different diet recommendations, but one thing is constant for all of…
The holiday season is a wonderful time to spend with friends and family. The focus on food can make living with diabetes stressful. You can enjoy your holiday favorite foods by focusing on balanced meals and checking blood sugars regularly. Let’s talk about six healthy tips for individuals living with diabetes! Have Veggie Fun! Vegetables…
Having Diabetes can feel overwhelming at times, whether you’ve been newly diagnosed or if you’ve been living with it for a long time. It requires that you become accustomed to lifestyle changes and all there is to learn to be able to care for yourself and manage your blood sugar well. If you use insulin,…
Is “sugar free” best for managing diabetes? The term “sugar free” is often a marketing term that refers to a food product that replaces cane sugar with a substitute such as sucralose, aspartame, and saccharin. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), a food claiming to be sugar free must contain less than 0.5gms…
If you have had GDM, or Gestational Diabetes, you are at greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes. There are important things you should know to help decrease your risk and keep you healthy. First, after you have your baby, you should schedule an exam with your doctor between 4-12 weeks postpartum. You will have…