Dr Jedha

When you have type 2 diabetes or prediabetes and you’re aiming to keep your blood sugar and A1c levels in check, the idea of Thanksgiving can be daunting – all that food (and all those …

Peanut butter is a food that’s close to so many of our hearts. And nutrition guides often recommend veggies dipped in peanut butter as a healthy and satisfying snack. But for diabetics, the important …

Managing blood sugar levels is a critical aspect of living well with diabetes, and this extends to the choices you make for bedtime snacks. It’s generally recommended to consume the majority of …

Prunes are well known for their ability to regulate digestion. You may have eaten a few prunes or even gulped down a bittersweet glass of prune juice in an effort to “get things going.” We all need a …

If you had to name the perfect side dish to a spicy mug of chili or a steaming bowl of soup – what would it be? Did you say cornbread? If so, you’re not alone. Cornbread pairs perfectly with soups, …

Did you ever hear the myth about the moon being made of cheese? Folks in medieval times may have actually thought this story was true. Nowadays, we know better than to believe this silly wives’ tale, …

Nothing beats that fluffy-yet-dense texture of cheesecake. The ingredient responsible for this ultra-creamy, irresistible dessert is cream cheese! So, let’s talk about it. Is cream cheese a good …

Raisins can be a fun ingredient to sweeten up a green salad, sprinkle over oatmeal, or eat by the handful. You may even have cherished memories of enjoying a little box of raisins in your school lunch …

Fruit. We all think it should be included in any healthy diet because it provides countless health benefits. That’s a myth. Whole fruit certainly beats ‘added sugar’ as a sweet. But …

Diabetes and bread… So many questions come up about good ‘ol bread. And not surprisingly because it’s a staple food that we’ve all grown up on. Toast for breakfast, sandwiches …

Perhaps you dream of a hot cup of coffee and a beautifully glazed doughnut as a good breakfast combo. Certainly, it may be delicious. But you may also be wondering, with type 2 diabetes or …

The average adult needs at least 64 ouces (8 cups) of fluid in a 24 hour period to stay hydrated. Hopefully those 8 cups consist mostly of plain water with maybe a few servings of coffee or sparkling …

Sourdough bread is certainly delicious. But is sourdough bread good for diabetics? Is it better or the same as many other breads? Is it a yes or no food? Will it be friendly to blood sugar levels or …

Starbucks is the most recognizable coffee shop of all time – in some cities, you’ll see that circular green and white logo on practically every street corner. With over 30,000 store locations …

Baked beans have been a huge hit since the very first can was created at the Heinz factory in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania over 120 years ago. We still enjoy baked beans today as a side dish for dinner, as …

As a diabetic you may already be aware that consuming sugar will do no favors for your A1C or blood sugar levels. But when it comes to the world of sweeteners, there seems to be so many choices, so …

If you have diabetes you may be thinking quitting your regular Coke and opting for Coke Zero is going to do you a big favor. After all, it’s sugar free and therefore healthier, right? Wrong! …

To answer this question, we need to consider what chow mein noodles actually consist of and then see how those carbs, fats, and other nutrients compare to other types of pasta noodles. Ready? …