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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…
Living with type 2 diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) can present unique challenges. Both conditions are closely interconnected, as the presence of type 2 diabetes significantly increases the risk of developing NAFLD. However, with proper nutrition and lifestyle modifications, individuals with type 2 diabetes and NAFLD can effectively manage their conditions and improve…
For the English translation of this blog: https://blogs.cornell.edu/communityeducation/2022/11/04/5-things-you-can-do-right-now-if-you-have-diabetes/ Tener una enfermedad crónica, como es la diabetes, puede ser preocupante. La buena noticia es que aún padeciendo de diabetes se puede vivir una vida larga y saludable. Estos son algunos pasos que puede dar sin esperar para mejorar la salud si tiene diabetes. Deje de saltarse…
Salads can be a great option for anyone looking to add some extra vegetables to their diet. However, some salads may be more harmful than beneficial. These salads may be high in calories and contain hidden saturated fat, sugar, and salt. On the other hand, salads can be filled with fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Learning…