Including enough protein in our diets can be a struggle, especially as we get older. Most of us rely on meats like chicken and beef as our main sources of protein. While it’s true that there is nothing wrong with the old stand-by choices like chicken, salmon, or steak, it’s important that we consume protein from a variety of sources. Nuts and seeds are excellent non-meat … [Read more...] about Unexpected Protein Sources – Eat More Nuts & Seeds
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New Research Finds Vitamin D Deficiency Increases Diabetes Risk
We know that there are many factors which can affect blood sugar control – nutrition, exercise, other health conditions, etc. Well, how about vitamin D? Yes, it’s true! A new collaborative study released by the University of California (UC), San Diego School of Medicine, and Seoul National University in Korea, found that higher levels of vitamin D in the blood were linked to … [Read more...] about New Research Finds Vitamin D Deficiency Increases Diabetes Risk
Enjoy Pasta Dishes Without The Blood Sugar Spike – Try Zoodles!
Almost nothing beats a big bowl of spaghetti, am I right? Warm noodles in a tasty sauce… it hits you right in the comfort-food zone. After being diagnosed with high blood sugar, you may think you have to say goodbye to pasta forever. After all, a single one cup serving of traditional pasta contains upwards of 43 grams of carbs! (And most of us are dishing up far more than one … [Read more...] about Enjoy Pasta Dishes Without The Blood Sugar Spike – Try Zoodles!
Encourage Kids & Grandkids To Eat Healthier With These Tips
Diabetics know that positive food choices are essential to our health… but what about that of our children or grandchildren? Do you have picky eaters, or sneaky snackers? It is so important to foster healthy choices in childhood, as those early years are absolutely crucial to determining lifelong health. The foods we are taught (and allowed) to eat as children become the … [Read more...] about Encourage Kids & Grandkids To Eat Healthier With These Tips
Conquer Your Carb Cravings – For Good!
Let’s be honest – no one craves broccoli, or quinoa, or Brussels sprouts. We crave pizza, pasta, and cookies! However, we must learn to control and conquer these carb cravings in order to maintain stable blood sugar and avoid health complications due to high blood sugar. We’ll begin by determining how cravings begin. When the body consumes a simple carbohydrate, it responds … [Read more...] about Conquer Your Carb Cravings – For Good!