Diabetes Meal Plan: Week of 11/18/24
Delicious nutritious weekly type 2 diabetes meal plan and pre diabetic meal plan designed by a nutrition doctor and proven to lower blood sugar, A1c and help you lose weight and reduce medications. I …
15 Food-Related Gifts for People with Diabetes
When it comes to finding gifts for loved ones with diabetes, thoughtful presents that prioritize their health and well-being can make all the difference. In particular, food-related gifts are …
World Diabetes Day 2024: Diabetes & Wellbeing
In this episode, we explore the theme of World Diabetes Day 2024 and an often overlooked aspect of diabetes management: well-being. You’ll learn how emotional health, support, and practical strategies …
Understanding the Different Types of Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is the most common type of diabetes, with prediabetes often coming before a diagnosis. However, there are several other types of diabetes that are equally important to understand, as …
Undiagnosed Type 2 Diabetes or Prediabetes: Are You at Risk?
This episode dives into the crucial topic of diabetes risk and early detection. Whether you’re concerned about your own health or just looking to stay informed, understanding the risks and …
Cocoa Powder and Diabetes
If you’re living with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, the idea that eating chocolate could be part of your diet might seem too good to be true. But here’s some exciting news: cocoa powder, the main …
Top 5+ Diabetic Chocolate Picks
Are you a chocolate lover? Then, you may have wondered: can diabetics eat chocolate? The answer is yes – chocolate can be part of a diabetes friendly diet! So, importantly you’re about to …
Is Allulose Safe for Diabetics?
Managing blood sugar levels is essential for people with type 2 diabetes and prediabetes, which often leads to a search for safe sugar substitutes. Among the newer sweeteners on the market, allulose …
Best Sweetener For Diabetics: The Ultimate Guide
If you want to optimize your type 2 diabetes or prediabetes health, understanding which sweeteners or sugar substitutes are safe and effective is crucial. With over 50 different types of sugars and …
Can Diabetics Eat Stevia?
When it comes to sweets, we all love to eat them from time to time. YUM, say yes to creamy cheesecake or one of your other favorite sweets! But sugar isn’t really a good option for any of us, …
Alcohol and Diabetes: Carb Counts & Facts
Do you like an occasional glass of wine? Perhaps you are accustomed to a few beers after work? Or maybe you like to splurge a bit on the weekend? When living with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, …
Magnesium and Diabetes: Benefits for Type 2 and Prediabetes
Magnesium deficiency has been linked to atherosclerosis/ heart disease and heart attack, alterations in blood lipids/ cholesterol, alterations in blood sugar, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, kidney …
What Foods To Avoid If You Are Prediabetic?
Your nutrition plan and the foods you eat are key factors in controlling or reversing your prediabetes. With prediabetes, returning your blood sugar and A1c to normal is possible in about 4 months in …
Diabetes Q&A #4: Meal Timing, Gaining Weight, Low Fat or Full Fat, and More
In this episode, we’re diving into answer your questions, covering key strategies for managing type 2 diabetes and prediabetes, from understanding morning blood sugar levels to making informed …
Low Carb Diet for Prediabetes: Is It Effective and How to Get Started?
If you’ve been considering a low carb diet for prediabetes but wondering how effective it is to lower blood sugar and A1c levels, or whether eating low carb is healthy, you’re in the right …
Normal Blood Sugar 2 Hours After Eating: Have You Got It Right?
Knowing what a normal blood sugar level is 2 hours after eating is important for monitoring your type 2 diabetes or prediabetes health, and to achieve lower A1c results. Importantly, the question is: …
Newly Diagnosed Type 2 Diabetes: Where to Start
Imagine if you could take control of your type 2 diabetes naturally and even potentially reverse it. It is certainly possible and being newly diagnosed is the perfect time to get proactive. This …
Does Red Meat Cause Diabetes? Unpacking the Truth Behind Sensational News Headlines
In this episode we’re cutting through the noise of sensational headlines to uncover the truth about whether red meat really causes diabetes. Tune in as we debunk the myths, analyze the research, …
5 Superfood Vegetables For Prediabetes
Research has shown that people with a higher daily vegetable intake have a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes, which is of course important to you with prediabetes. How many vegetables are we …
7 Foods for Reducing Triglycerides Naturally
Triglycerides are a type of fat found in your blood, which your body uses for energy. And they are connected to the foods you eat. When you go for a cholesterol test you will also have your …
High Cholesterol and Diabetes Diet Plan
If you’re ready to take control of your cholesterol and diabetes and looking for a specific diet plan to tackle high cholesterol levels, look no further. In this episode, we’ll uncover …
How Does Age Affect Diabetes?
As we age, our bodies undergo a variety of changes that can impact our overall health, including how we manage blood sugar levels. Although we’re seeing growing numbers of younger people with …
Prediabetes Foods: 7 Questions Answered
If you’ve been diagnosed with prediabetes and you’re looking to proactively reverse your prediabetes health, one of the key steps is to make smart food choices. Nutrition plays a vital role in …
The Diabetes Epidemic + Research Bites
In this episode, we dive into the unsettling rise in prediabetes and type 2 diabetes across the US, Canada, UK, and Australia, with startling numbers arising among younger populations. We also dip …
Berberine Supplements for Diabetes
Berberine Supplements Key Benefits Overview Berberine is the top natural therapeutic shown to outperform Metformin, with an average 1.99% A1c reduction in 13 weeks, compared to 1.43% for Metformin. …
PART 2: Food For Prediabetes And High Cholesterol
In Part 1, we explained how prediabetes and cholesterol are connected, and we covered the best diet plan for prediabetes and high cholesterol. While you might read things out there about following a …
Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) Supplements for Diabetes
Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) Supplements Key Benefits Overview Alpha-lipoic acid, or ALA, is a powerful antioxidant that has been extensively studied for its potential in treating diabetic neuropathy. Due …
7 Health-Boosting Antioxidant Foods For Diabetes
On the Type 2 Diabetes Talk podcast, we recently covered eating to beat inflammation. When living with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, balancing your blood sugar is crucial, but there’s another factor …
Chromium Picolinate Supplements for Diabetes
Chromium Supplements Key Benefits Overview Chromium is crucial for insulin to function normally, making it beneficial for managing prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. Chromium amplifies the action of …
Cinnamon Supplements for Diabetes
Cinnamon Supplements Key Benefits Overview Cinnamon contains powerful polyphenols and other compounds that provide anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antidiabetic effects, making it a valuable …
Understanding Cholesterol and Diabetes
In this episode we’re diving deep into the often misunderstood world of understanding cholesterol and diabetes, busting common myths, and uncovering the truth behind its role in your health. By …
Gymnema Sylvestre Supplements for Diabetes
Gymnema Sylvestre Supplements Key Benefits Overview Gymnema sylvestre is a natural herb, known as “the sugar destroyer” in ancient Indian and Ayurvedic medicine, for both its benefits …
Magnesium Supplements for Diabetes
Magnesium Supplements Key Benefits Overview Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in over 600 enzymatic reactions required for hundreds of cellular processes in the body. Magnesium plays a …
Milk Thistle Supplements for Diabetes
Milk Thistle Supplements Key Benefits Overview Milk Thistle, also known as Silybum marianum, has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. One of its key benefits is in enhancing liver …
Turmeric (Curcumin) Supplements for Diabetes
Turmeric (Curcumin) Supplements Key Benefits Overview Turmeric, contains over 300 different components, but it’s its active component curcumin, is a powerful polyphenol with potent antioxidant …
PART 1: Best Diet Plan For Prediabetes and High Cholesterol
With prediabetes, it’s not uncommon to also have associated conditions like high cholesterol, high blood pressure, fatty liver, overweight or obesity. One thing to understand is that your high …
Zinc Supplements for Diabetes
Zinc Supplements Key Benefits Overview Zinc is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in various bodily functions, including carbohydrate metabolism, insulin production, and inflammation …
Soy Protein Isolate Supplements for Diabetes
Soy Protein Isolate Supplements Key Benefits Overview Soy protein isolate (SPI) is a concentrated form of protein derived from soybeans. It’s rich in essential amino acids and low in …
5 Powerful Foods To Lower Blood Sugar Levels
With type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, anything that can give you that edge to lower blood sugar levels more effectively is a great tool, especially when it’s a natural option. Being our primary …
Rosemary Leaf Extract Supplements for Diabetes
Rosemary leaf extract Supplements Key Benefits Overview Rosemary, an aromatic herb traditionally used in cooking, has been shown to have several therapeutic properties due to its rich content of …