minute read 8 It is a well known fact that diabetes is characterized by high blood sugar levels. Following a healthy nutrition plan which helps manage blood sugar levels, therefore, is crucial to treatment of this condition. This can be easier said than done. People living with diabetes may find it difficult to navigate which foods to eat […]
August 28, 2023
minute read 9 If you are living with diabetes, you are more than likely aware that you need to take into consideration the nutritional information on everything you eat or drink, including the number of carbohydrates you consume and how they may affect your blood sugar levels. The American Diabetes Association recommends zero-calorie or low-calorie drinks in order […]
August 17, 2023
minute read 6 What Are The Best Dry Fruits for Diabetics? According to the latest National Diabetes Statistics Report by the CDC, approximately 11.3% of the U.S. population (or 37.3 million people) have diabetes and another 38% of adults (or 96 million people) over the age of 18 have prediabetes. Given these staggering statistics, it is crucial for […]
August 9, 2023
minute read 6 Corn, be it on the cob, canned, or in corn chowder, is a staple in American households. Eating buttered and salted popcorn while watching a movie or a sports event brings back nostalgic memories to many people. Corn is a type of whole grain that is widely consumed around the world and can be included […]
August 2, 2023
minute read 5 If you are living with diabetes, you know that having a balanced nutrition plan is crucial to maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. Having a variety of fruit as part of your diabetes nutritional plan provides key nutrients to not only help manage blood sugar, but also to promote overall health and wellbeing. Watermelon is no […]
July 31, 2023
minute read 6 The beautifully colored dragon fruit belongs to the American cactus species. Dragon fruit is a delicious, low-calorie tropical fruit which is available in red, white, pink, and yellow colors. Dragon fruit is rich in vitamins, minerals and useful plant compounds. Dragon fruit packs loads of nutritional benefits for overall health, and has been shown in […]
July 24, 2023
minute read 6 What Can Happen When You Eat Too much Sugar? What can consuming too much sugar do to your health? More than you think! Eating excessive amounts of sugar has been linked to obesity, prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. According to the Cleveland Clinic, high blood sugar levels can also lead to […]
July 17, 2023
minute read 6 The Fructosamine and the Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) tests for diabetes both measure blood sugar, but there are differences. What is the Fructosamine test? The Fructosamine test measures average blood sugar levels across a two-to-three week time frame and the HbA1c test measures across a three-month time frame prior to the test date. The shorter Fructosamine […]
July 10, 2023
minute read 7 The Role of Vegetables in Managing Type 2 Diabetes Vegetables can play a valuable dietary role for people with type 2 diabetes. They provide fiber, antioxidants, and other nutrients that can help manage inflammation, support weight loss, and boost overall health. What Vegetables Spike Blood Sugar? People with type 2 diabetes can eat any food, […]
July 5, 2023