How to Curb Hunger at Night with Type 2 Diabetes
Whenever we meet with clients for the first time, we always ask them: “take me through a typical day” describing the foods they eat and meal patterns they follow. Often we hear something like this: …
Best Diabetic Diet for Weight Loss (Science Reveals the Facts)
What is the best diabetic diet for weight loss? Ask 10 experts and you just might get 10 different answers! Look at the American Diabetes Association, weight watchers, or talk to a registered …
Your Guide to Complications with Diabetes (Type 2)
For many, being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is a scary phenomenon. But really, it’s only scary because of the complications with diabetes. You can’t usually ‘feel’ high blood sugar, but you …
Protein Intake and Diabetes
Protein is a much needed nutrient that makes up the structure of your entire body. But when it comes to type 2 diabetes, you may be wondering if you need to alter your protein intake. The short answer …
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. …
Blood Sugar Monitor: Types, Tips & Tricks
If you’re wondering about how to use a blood sugar monitor, how often to monitor, or have a few questions about monitor choices, you’re in the right place. We’re going to cover all …
DISCUSSION: Normal Postprandial Blood Glucose Levels
Without a doubt, maintaining normal postprandial blood glucose levels is critical to your health. It helps you avoid diabetic complications such as heart disease, retinopathy, neuropathy and other …
Type 2 Diabetes and Flu: Does illness influence blood sugar levels?
Nobody likes getting sick. Cos’ let’s face it, there are few things more miserable than being confined to a bed or couch struggling to breathe and carry out daily activities. And …
DISCUSSION: Type 2 Diabetes Medication
We get lots of questions about type 2 diabetes medication, and rightly so, it can all be overwhelming and confusing. And sometimes it just isn’t easy to find the answers you’re looking …
DISCUSSION: Hemoglobin A1c Levels
Hemoglobin A1c levels, sometimes referred to as A1c or HbA1c, is an often confusing topic for many. And that’s exactly why we’re going to cover a bunch of questions in the discussion …
How Does Diabetes Cause Kidney Failure?
Kidney failure is a real risk in type 2 diabetes, which is why it’s better to be informed about how the condition develops and it’s consequences – some of which can be …
DISCUSSION: Type 2 Diabetes Diet and Food Q&A
When it comes to diet and food and managing your type 2 diabetes, you’re probably like most of our members and subscribers – you have LOTS of questions. So today’s discussion is all …
Why Starch is a Major Obstacle with Diabetes
Have you ever been told to stay away from “starches?” When you hear the words “starch and diabetes” mentioned what do you think of? Potatoes? Rice? Bread? Starch is one of those things that some …
Common Diabetic Eye Problems Explained
It’s never nice to talk about potential complications that can occur, but the reality is, it’s best to be informed. Among the many complications that type 2 diabetes puts you at risk for …
DISCUSSION: Fasting Blood Sugar Levels
Before we dig into this discussion, let’s just do a recap on fasting blood sugar levels – the numbers. The goal ranges do vary slightly depending on the recommending agency, but generally …
Health Benefits Of Walnuts For Diabetes
It’s been suggested that walnuts are a heart healthy addition to any diet, including a diet for type 2 diabetes. And that’s exactly what we’re going to explore today. Known for their …
Type 2 Diabetes Please Help Me: I’m overwhelmed why should I try?
First off, let me just say, if you’re feeling overwhelmed and shouting out on the inside “someone, please help me,” that’s okay. You have a right to feel that way. Type 2 …
Type 2 Diabetes and Dental Care: 8 Problems and 9 Preventative Solutions
People with type 2 diabetes are more likely to suffer oral health complications. In fact, your risk is increased 2-3 fold compared with the rest of the population. This makes it especially important …
Fasting and Diabetes – Dangers and Precautions to Consider
We’ve had a number of questions about fasting and diabetes recently — Is it okay? Will my sugars still rise? Can it help lower my numbers? Will it help me lose weight? Today I’m hoping to …
Coconut Oil and Diabetes: All the Facts Uncovered
If you were interviewing coconut oil for a job, you’d soon see it has quite an impressive resume, which is exactly why we’re going to chat about coconut oil and diabetes. A quick internet …
DISCUSSION: Blood Sugar Levels and Type 2 Diabetes
When it comes to blood sugar levels, the numbers always seem to confuse people. So we’re here today to cover a whole range of reader questions that have come in. If you have questions of your …
Vitamin B12 Deficiency and Type 2 Diabetes: Are you at risk?
Vitamin B12, also known as “cobalamin,” is a water-soluble essential nutrient required in our diet. When a nutrient is essential, it means the body cannot produce it internally so it must come from …
Coffee and Diabetes: Your Need to Know Facts
Whether you’re a coffee drinker or not, you’re surely aware of this very popular beverage enjoyed by millions of people around the globe. Produced by brewing coffee beans, this caffeinated beverage …
Water Kefir and Diabetes
While I discussed the more common “milk kefir in a previous post, we’re here today to talk about water kefir and diabetes. Water kefir, also called “tibicos,” is a different type of probiotic …
The Naked Truth About Soft Drinks and Diabetes (and Diet Sodas too)
Whether you’re from the North and call it “Pop,” from the Midwest/South and call it “Soda,” or from Texas can call it “Coke (even if you’re referring to a different brand which confuses the rest of …
Myths and Truths about Xylitol and Diabetes
Odds are you’ve heard of xylitol. Most commonly touted for it’s benefits in dental health, xylitol is also purported to be a sugar substitute, providing all the sweet taste of sugar without the …
Milk Kefir and Diabetes
While I’m confident you’ve heard of yogurt, you may not have heard of kefir – yogurt’s overlooked, underappreciated cousin. So today we’re going to share everything you need to know about …
Pros and Cons of Diabetes Weight Loss Surgery
If you’ve struggled to lose weight, diabetes weight loss surgery may have crossed your mind, or even suggested by your doctor. Bariatric surgery is a relatively new weight loss treatment that …
5 Diabetes Food Habits to Avoid for More Weight Loss
Ever feel like you’re in a rut when it comes to weight loss? We often reach a plateau in which we’re ‘stuck’ although we feel we are doing the right stuff! Sometimes there are hidden or inconspicuous …
The Low Down on Diabetic Weight Loss Supplements
It’s estimated that more than 50% of people with diabetes take supplements. You’ve probably heard of many supplemental options that seem too good to be true. Cinnamon can cure diabetes, protein drinks …
10 Popular Diabetes Weight Loss Questions
Weight loss and diabetes go hand in hand for many people. Here’s some stats we’ve collected from our subscribers who’ve taken our new reader survey: As you can see, lots of people …
Can Weight Loss Cure Type 2 Diabetes?
If you define cure as it’s most commonly understood: “a healing or remedy by which health is restored,” then in all accuracy, weight loss is not a “cure” for type 2 diabetes. That …
Setting Smart Goals for Your Diabetic Weight Loss Plan
Happy January!!! I hope the holidays have found you well. While I’m sure you may have eaten foods and portions outside the normal routine, I hope you’ve not gotten yourself too far in the hole in …
The Relationship Between Emotional Eating and Healthy Holiday Eating with Type 2 Diabetes
In addition to the stress, temptations and hustle-bustle of the holiday season, emotionalism sneaks in along with childhood favs and nostalgia. It doesn’t take any time for me to conjure up special …
Type 2 Diabetic Medication List and Guide
While there are way too many type 2 diabetes medications to list in a single article, I will briefly describe some of the most common ones as well as their generic names and brand names in …
Understanding Prediabetes: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
What Is Prediabetes? Prediabetes is a condition where blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not yet high enough to officially be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. And it all comes down to the …
10 Tips to Enjoy Your Diabetic Thanksgiving (plus 20+ recipes)
There is a mentality of feasting to excess when people gather for celebration meals. For example, one of my extended families serves 4 different meats (turkey, roast, chicken, and kielbasa), tons of …
How To Enjoy Your Diabetic Thanksgiving and Avoid Spiraling Down Into Holiday Mode
Here we go once again – ready or not, the holidays are looming ahead! This year I noticed Hobby Lobby had their Christmas items out and on sale in August! And along with the festivities, …
Low Carb Cauliflower Pizza Crust Recipe
Low Carb Cauliflower Pizza Crust Recipe I don’t know about you, but pizza is a top comfort food for me and staple in our diet growing up. I am from the Chicago area, which means we do pizza a bit …
The Real Deal About Daniel Verses and King James Bible Cure for Diabetes
My initial response to the idea of the Bible providing a cure for diabetes was absurdity. However, on a larger scale reflection, considering the whole scope of the Bible, there is a sense in which it …