Surprising Benefits of Yoga for Diabetes
Since becoming more widely accepted in the 80’s, yoga is has become a very popular form of exercise. And in terms of yoga for diabetes, research shows it can reduce inflammation and stress, …
Ice Cream for Diabetes: Can You Eat It Or Not?
It’s no secret that ice cream contains a lot of sugar, which hopefully makes it obvious that ice cream for diabetes – well, in most cases, they just don’t make a good match! But are frozen …
Nutrisystem Diabetes: Are You Being Fooled By Program Claims?
Nutrisystem Diabetes, America’s #1 diabetes home delivery weight loss program that claims to lower A1c by 1.02%, delivering your favorite foods without fads or gimmicks. But is …
Vegetarian Protein Sources for Your Diabetes Diet
Without a doubt, eating healthy protein sources is critically important to good health. And as a vegetarian following a diabetes diet, protein can be a little more confusing since it’s not as …
Carbohydrate Examples: For Better Blood Sugar Control
Carbohydrates are the nutrient that has the greatest impact on your blood sugar and A1c levels. And perhaps you’ve discovered that the category of carbohydrates is also one of the most confusing …
What Is A Simple Carbohydrate?
When it comes to carbohydrates it can be confusing, right? You might have heard of complex carbs, that sugar is a carb, and glucose…is that the same as sugar, and what is a simple carbohydrate …
Diabetic Dyslipidemia: How Metabolism Changes Cholesterol in Type 2 Diabetes and Prediabetes
You may have come across the term ‘diabetic dyslipidemia’ at the doctor’s office or when browsing the web. Diabetic dyslipidemia is a term that refers to alteration of blood lipids, or in other words, …
Confusions About Cholesterol and Type 2 Diabetes Resolved
There are quite a number of myths and quite a lot of controversy surrounding the issue of cholesterol. Some say it’s the cause of one of our deadliest conditions in the world–heart disease. …
Wheat and Diabetes
If you have type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, you may be thinking wheat fits into your diet, especially if you choose whole grain wheat bread and eat whole grain wheat crackers. However, you’ll …
Flaxseed for Diabetes and Prediabetes
Flaxseeds may be a beneficial dietary supplement for managing diabetes or prediabetes. More specifically, in helping reduce insulin resistance, improve cholesterol and decrease belly fat. Yes, …
Dried Fruit for Diabetes
While a packet of dried fruit such as mangos, apples or cranberries may sound like a wonderful way to satisfy your sweet tooth, the question remains: is dried fruit okay to eat for people with type 2 …
Are Oranges Good for Diabetes?
Oranges are a fruit we’ve all long associated with being “healthy,” especially for getting our daily dose of vitamin C. But are oranges good for diabetes or prediabetes? The short …
The Dementia and Diabetes Connection
Did you know that dementia and diabetes are intricately connected? So much so that researchers frequently term it type 3 diabetes! To help you reduce your risk, we’re here to share more …
Is Corn Good for Diabetes?
Corn is a sweet vegetable that many of us enjoy – buttering up an ear and biting down on the juicy sweetness is certainly a treat. But is corn good for diabetes? It’s a question that comes …
Popcorn for Diabetes and Prediabetes: A Yes or No Snack?
If you love your crunchy snacks, you may be wondering whether replacing crisps for popcorn is better for diabetes and prediabetes. That’s a great question. Unfortunately, the answer is probably …
Chips for Diabetes: A Yes or No Food?
That lovely crunch of chips that makes them so incredibly moreish. Oh yes, we all agree that chips/crisps are a food that’s hard to say no to. And for type 2 diabetes and prediabetes, …
Benefits of Aloe Vera for Diabetes
You’re about to discover that aloe vera may be a beneficial companion for both type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. In fact, aloe vera is considered a ‘functional food’ as it …
Best Pasta For Diabetes
We ALL love pasta, right?! It’s one of those foods that is such a comfort food. And because it is such a comfort food, it is VERY easy to over eat it! Seriously…it is easy to eat an enormous …
Can Cinnamon Lower Blood Sugar?
Cinnamon for diabetes – perhaps you’ve browsed over some info that suggests it’s beneficial for lowering blood sugar or to use for various other aspects of diabetes treatment – that’s what …
Type 2 Diabetes and High Blood Pressure: What’s the Connection?
Diabetes and high blood pressure share an intricate relationship. Diabetes puts you at greater risk of high blood pressure and vice versa. The major problem is you can’t feel high blood pressure …
Heart Disease and Diabetes
As a person with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, you’ve probably heard that you’re at greater risk of heart disease. And it certainly is true. So today we’re talking with …
The Dangers of Leaving Your Type 2 Diabetes Uncontrolled
You’re sitting at the doctors office with the bad news of a type 2 diabetes diagnosis and you vaguely remember the doctor saying something about the risks of being uncontrolled. At a time like …
Eating for Type 2 Diabetes TREATMENT – Different to Diabetes Prevention
You know… it’s really interesting because when you read information online that’s meant to be for type 2 diabetes treatment, it’s often based on evidence for diabetes …
Is Type 2 Diabetes Curable?
The thought of a ‘doomed’ life living with type 2 diabetes, is something that overwhelms many people. After all, you get told diabetes is a progressive disease, that you’re eventually going to get …
Okra and Type 2 Diabetes
Okra is an interesting vegetable because, depending on where you live, you may eat it every single day or you may have never heard of it in your life! This green pod vegetable is widely consumed in …
Apple Cider Vinegar for Diabetes
In your endeavors to learn more about managing your prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, you may have heard that apple cider vinegar (ACV) can provide some assistance to you. And it’s true. …
Science-Backed Herbal Remedies for Diabetes and Prediabetes
We hear a lot of hype about herbal remedies and their miraculous powers to treat every ailment, including the various benefits offered for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. And while …
Herbal Tea for Diabetes
There’s nothing quite like sitting down to a cup of hot herbal tea to calm the nerves and soothe the belly. But more than that, the many health benefits herbal tea provides is one very …
What to Eat on a Vegetarian Diabetes Diet
Skipping the animal products to eat a plant-based diet, is of course, your personal choice. But when it comes to a vegetarian diabetes diet, there are some important things you need to know to ensure …
Pineapple for Diabetes: Not a Great Match for Blood Sugar Control
Is there any fruit more distinctive-looking than the pineapple? Interestingly, it was named for its resemblance to a pine cone. And though it’s spiky, crazy-looking exterior can be harmful if …
Is Watermelon Good for Diabetes?
It’s common to think that fruit and fruit juice is “healthy.” And because of that, a common question we get is: Is watermelon good for diabetes? While it’s true that fresh …
Bananas for Diabetes: Good or Bad?
Bananas for diabetes. Are you curious to know whether they are a good or bad fruit to include in your diet? Glad you asked. Because while eating bananas are commonly thought of as being a …
Lemon/ Lime and Type 2 Diabetes
Sweets and salty treats may be tasty, but there’s nothing like a little sour kick to brighten up any day! That’s where superstar sisters lemon and lime come in. These two citrus fruits originated in …
Raspberries and Type 2 Diabetes
There are few things that scream ‘summer’ more than freshly picked raspberries. And incredibly, there are actually over 200 different species of raspberries themselves! They can be largely divided …
Winter Squash and Type 2 Diabetes
Sometimes, you do have to wonder just who picked vegetable names! Winter squash, while delicious and readily available during the winter, is actually harvested in the fall, so its name is a misnomer. …
Turmeric and Diabetes
Turmeric has an active component known as curcumin, a powerful antioxidant that helps with loads of things, including diabetes. And these wonderful benefits are exactly what we are going to explore …
Net Carbs vs Total Carbs: Which Is Better For Blood Sugar Control?
Kathleen says: “I am unclear about net carbs vs total carbs. I eat a lot of veggies, which increases my total carbs to over 100 grams per day, but my net carbs are usually between 40-60. Should …
Should I Follow A Low GI Diet For Diabetes?
If you follow a healthy low carb diet, you’ll be eating a low GI diet and these two concepts combined are the perfect combination for people with diabetes or prediabetes. But, if you’re …
Tremendous Benefits of Alpha Lipoic Acid for Diabetes
Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) is a powerful antioxidant organic compound that has some key benefits for managing type 2 diabetes mellitus and prediabetes. In general it’s a key player in a chemical …
Benefits of Alfalfa & Superstar Sprouts for Type 2 Diabetes
Alfalfa and sprouts are much more than just sandwich or salad toppers. In fact, their use dates back 6000 years to Iranian and Chinese medicine. And in the 1700s, sprouts provided sailors with …