Although peanuts have the word “nut” in their name, botanically speaking peanuts are a legume. This is because unlike true nuts or nuts grown on bushes, peanuts grow underground. Still, for both nutrition and culinary purposes we classify peanuts as nuts. Previously we have … [Read more...] about Are Peanuts Good For Diabetes?
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Fatty Liver and Diabetes: 6 Ways to Prevent or Reverse It
If you’ve heard of fatty liver and diabetes mentioned in conversation, there’s a good reason - they share an intimate connection. In fact, study after study suggests there are two things that lead to increased development of fatty liver in people with type 2 diabetes - obesity … [Read more...] about Fatty Liver and Diabetes: 6 Ways to Prevent or Reverse It
Diabetic Meal Plan: Week of 6/11/18
Every week we deliver delicious blood sugar friendly inspiration to our members' inbox on Thursdays 5PM ET. The low carb menu is for the following week, Mon through Thurs (or change days as you please), which gives you plenty of time to shop and prep for the week … [Read more...] about Diabetic Meal Plan: Week of 6/11/18
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, increase weight loss and even influence blood sugar levels. We're here to explore more … [Read more...] about Surprising Benefits of Yoga for Diabetes
Low Fat Diet For Diabetes: Is It A Thing Of The Past?
For several decades health organizations worldwide have been recommending we eat a low fat diet. And a high carb, low fat diet for diabetes has been the common recommendation of diabetes organisations (like American Diabetes Association) and many dietitians and certified diabetes … [Read more...] about Low Fat Diet For Diabetes: Is It A Thing Of The Past?
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 desserts always off limits to people wanting to gain better blood sugar control? And what … [Read more...] about Ice Cream for Diabetes: Can You Eat It Or Not?