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Living with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes can be challenging, but it doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice delicious meals. In fact, finding the right balance of nutrients can help you manage your condition effectively. One vital component often overlooked is protein. Let’s explore why protein is essential for individuals with pre-diabetes or type 2…
Do you need more color in your diet? Plant based diets are filled with colorful vegetables, fruits, vibrant herbs and spices, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. A plant-based diet is recommended to improve a variety of health conditions, such as the prevention and treatment of diabetes. The benefits of plant-based diets in diabetes management…
Each May there is an invitation for families to take a break from entertainment screens. This break often gives families a time to reconnect, enjoy one another, and experience less stress. This year’s Screen Free Week is May 6-12, 2024. It is easy for screens and social media to take over our lives. When this…
Diabetes can be well managed with diet, but it may be difficult to understand and plan what foods to eat. Many times those diagnosed with diabetes focus on the meals, but forget to incorporate snacks. It’s important to keep carbohydrates consistent throughout the day with both meals and snacks. Here are some healthy snack ideas…
Living with Type 2 diabetes requires a thoughtful approach to managing one’s diet and lifestyle. Among the many factors that influence blood sugar levels, the timing and consistency of meals play a vital role. Some important tips for not skipping meals and adhering to regular meal times for individuals with Type 2 diabetes include: Understanding…
In recent months, Continuous Glucose Monitors have become more and more mainstream in the diabetes world. You may have seen them on the arms of famous celebrities such as singer/songwriter, entrepreneur, and Type 1 Diabetes activist Nick Jonas. The good news is, as more and more insurance companies and programs cover CGMS, more people have…
Heart disease is the #1 cause of death for both men and women in the United States. If you have diabetes, your risk of developing heart disease, heart attack, or stroke is double that of someone who does not have diabetes. Diabetes/high blood sugar can damage the blood vessels and nerves of the heart, and…
People with diabetes often struggle to eat meals without feeling restricted and also avoiding blood sugar spikes. Macronutrients such as carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, as well as fiber content, affect blood sugar differently. Eating carbohydrates can lead to a spike in blood sugar levels. Fiber, fats, and protein don’t cause blood sugar spikes as they…
Fall is the start of our favorite food holidays, and they would not be complete without CRANBERRIES! The peak harvest season for fresh cranberries is October through December. Did you know that one cup of whole fresh cranberries provides about 25% of the daily requirement of vitamin C, and about 6% of the daily requirement of…
Dietary fiber has been shown to help manage and reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. Eating a high-fiber diet increases satiety, decreases body weight, and improves glucose insulin responses. Fiber is classified as either soluble or insoluble. Soluble fiber dissolves in water and lowers glucose levels and cholesterol, while insoluble fiber helps move food…