Diabetes Nutrition Articles by Dr. Jedha Dening

As a diabetic, if one of your goals is to lose weight, smoothies can be a great way to do it! Smoothies offer a convenient and delicious way to consume a variety of nutrients. However, not all …

The word “pumpernickel” roughly translates to “hard to digest,” and if you’ve ever had a slice of authentic pumpernickel bread, this description may not surprise you! Pumpernickel is known for its …

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, …

Chickpeas are versatile to cook with, they’re a good source of vegetarian protein, and let’s be honest, they’re pretty adorable in both name and appearance. What’s not to love about these little round …

Lunch meat, deli meat, sandwich meat, cold-cuts…these pre-sliced packaged meats make throwing a salad or sandwich together as simple as it gets. Are these easy-to-use meats as healthy as they are …

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 …

There’s nothing quite like a beautifully glazed spiral ham for a festive dinner or a sweet-yet-savory ham and tomato sandwich at a picnic lunch. You can dress it up or dress it down, and it still …

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 …