Diet is defined by the Oxford Dictionary as “the kinds of food that a person, animal, or community habitually eats.” However, to most people, the word diet refers to a restricting one’s food intake, usually with the goal of weight loss. Losing some weight can help lower blood sugar levels, as well as reduce risk of complications due to diabetes. However, certain dieting … [Read more...] about Dieting With Diabetes – Do’s & Don’ts
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Do You Know The Difference Between Carbs & Sugars?
Diabetics know to avoid sugar; but are also told to “watch their carbs.” What does this mean? What is the difference between carbs and sugars? Are there certain carbs and sugars that are better for you than others? Let’s investigate the difference between the two, as well as, the effects they have on the body and blood sugar. Whether you consume a food that contains … [Read more...] about Do You Know The Difference Between Carbs & Sugars?
Diabetes and Alzheimer’s – New Research Suggests a Connection
When blood sugar is too high, as occurs in uncontrolled diabetes, the extra sugar can cause damage to nerves and organs as blood circulates throughout the body. Cardiovascular disease, stroke, even blindness are associated with diabetes due to prolonged high blood sugar. This damage can also affect the brain. A new report from US News supports a link between diabetes and … [Read more...] about Diabetes and Alzheimer’s – New Research Suggests a Connection
Why Diet Matters for People with Diabetes
Are you genetically predisposed to have diabetes? What if you are already experiencing, or have a high chance of developing other complications known to be influenced by diabetes? The statistics tell us close to 26 million people (that’s over 8% of the population), are living with diabetes. Many of these people are unaware of what exactly is wrong with their health; but they … [Read more...] about Why Diet Matters for People with Diabetes