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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…
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…
What is a Mediterranean diet? It is a way of life rather than a style of eating. This type of lifestyle gained popularity because certain Mediterranean populations live longer when compared to other populations around the world. They also live healthier lives. The Mediterranean lifestyle is inspired by the seven Mediterranean region countries: France, Portugal,…
If you live with diabetes, knowing when to drink, how much to drink, or if you should drink any alcohol at all can be complicated and confusing. Become informed and plan ahead to help avoid making last-minute decisions that may derail your diabetes management and your overall health. You likely take medications or insulin to…
If you have teens at home, you know that snacking is a big deal! We need to keep in mind that at this stage in their lives, teens are growing and need the extra nutrition that snacks can provide. If planned right, snacks can help give the energy boost teens need between meals and much-needed…
Whether you are dreaming of a tropical paradise, a cross country road trip, or visiting family, traveling can be a wonderful way to enjoy life. Those with Diabetes can still take part in these experiences; it just takes a little extra planning. Follow these ten tips as you begin to plan your trip: Check in…
Fat is often seen as the villain in the world of nutrition. This is not true, as it depends on the type of fat. Saturated and trans-fats (also called hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated fats) are often added to processed foods such as potato chips and baked sweet items to preserve their shelf life. Saturated and…
Good carb or bad carb? Simple carb or complex carb? Starchy or non-starchy? High fiber or low fiber? Net carb? Total carb? There are so many ways to describe foods that fall under the macro-nutrient of carbohydrates, but what do they all mean? With so much information available, it is easy to feel confused or…
Enjoy the Holidays While Managing Diabetes Diabetes management around the holidays can be particularly stressful. especially with so many food temptations. Remember, you have control over your choices; all it takes is planning. Arm yourself with strategies to stay healthy when the holiday season arrives. Check out the holiday planning tips below…. Space carbohydrate consumption…
As COVID-19 restrictions loosen and Americans continue to get vaccinated, you may safely enjoy one of life’s simple pleasures again – an outdoor gathering with family and friends! Many of life’s celebrations involve food, and it is possible to partake while also managing your diabetes. Here are a few helpful tips to keep in mind:…