The fact is that for many of us, the tradition of overindulging at Thanksgiving is as traditional as the meal itself! A typical Thanksgiving dinner is estimated to contain anywhere from 2,000 to 4,000 calories, depending on what (and how much), fills your plate.
November has been designated as National Diabetes Awareness Month by the American Diabetes Association and the National Institutes of Health. This will be a great month to raise awareness about diabetes among family & friends. In recognition of this, here at American Diabetes Wholesale we're also doing our part to celebrate diabetes awareness this month.
In cakes, cookies and quick breads however, reducing sugar without reducing quality takes a bit more thought. The great news is that while each recipe and sugar substitute is different, over the years I have found that with some modifications - a little bit of kitchen chemistry, if you will - low sugar baked goods look and taste just as delicious as their full sugar counterparts.
ED, formally known as male erectile dysfunction, occurs when a man is unable to achieve and sustain an erection to complete sexual intercourse. ED can be caused by a variety of factors and should not be confused with other problems that interfere with sexual intercourse, such as ejaculation difficulties and/or lack of desire.
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that affects 20.8 million Americans. The trouble begins when blood glucose levels become elevated. This is due to a lack of sufficient insulin production, or the body failing to recognize and use the insulin properly. Very serious health complications can result from diabetes, especially if left untreated.
Glycation is one unwelcomed result […]
After much work and diet cleanup, we found much to everyone horror, my liver was adding tons of glucose whenever he dumped - dawn effect/low sugar and hamering my body.
In a hectic attempt to keep the blood glucose levels in check by avoiding fat, sugary products and certain carbohydrates, some diabetics seem to forget about one of their biggest underestimated friends in a diabetic diet – fiber.
How I gained it: During my first pregnancy, I gained 50 pounds, and after childbirth, my weight gradually began increasing. As with most women, I became busy with life and forgot the importance of taking care of myself.
So it seems a bit ironic that bread is often listed as one of the first foods to go when one is looking to limit carbohydrates. The reality is that one ounce of plain bread averages just 80 calories and 15 grams of carbohydrate, and is a valuable source of energy for any diet. The problem is that variations in size, density and ingredients can vastly alter the nutrient content of the bread we choose, converting a simple healthy whole grain piece of bread into a budget busting nightmare...