Yogurt of all types is touted as a tasty dairy food with a myriad of health benefits. There are a variety of choices that can make anyone feel confused at the grocery store especially when you have diabetes and are counting carbohydrates. All types of yogurt are considered carbohydrates. Let's compare Greek, light and fit, whipped, regular and goat's milk yogurts to find the best ones when you have diabetes.
Whether you are topping off a bowl of whole grain, unsweetened cereal or simply having a refreshing beverage, the variety of choices being offered as alternatives to cow’s milk is daunting. Your choice should be made based on your daily nutritional requirements, digestive health and what you like best. Remember, all milk choices count as a […]
Eating the proper foods in the correct amounts are key factors in effective diabetes self-management to avoid blood sugar fluctuations. The hottest food plans in diabetes include low-fat diets, the DASH diet and the Mediterranean diet. Let’s compare them to see how they stack up.
The CDC reports that “more than 1/3 of Americans are currently obese with many more considered in the overweight category”. This comes as no surprise and it is well documented that obesity can increase the risk of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, type 2 diabetes, coronary disease, heart failure and strokes.
People with diabetes have an increased risk of developing high cholesterol, a factor in heart disease and stroke. Heart smart foods for cholesterol and diabetes control can help lower bad cholesterol, raise good cholesterol and keep your blood sugar in check.
Everyone is speaking green and the terminology can be difficult to understand, especially if you have diabetes and want to make healthy food choices. Certain words can be tricky, such as natural, organic, naturally derived and sustainable. Find out what they really mean and how that can impact your overall well-being.
With 4th of July right around the corner, everyone is getting ready to celebrate their independence with a backyard barbecue. Discover the freedom of eating healthy foods that don't make you feel guilty or have a negative impact on your health. Plan the perfect 4th of July BBQ when you have diabetes, with everything from tasty snacks to tantalizing desserts.
Parents are usually concerned that their children eat the right foods when returning back to a new school year. The lure of vending machines, student union stores and poor cafeteria choices may become a temptation. Discover 8 healthy back to school foods when you have diabetes that tastes great, too!
When it comes to minerals such as magnesium, calcium and potassium, people with diabetes may get too much of a good thing. While these minerals benefit your body in some ways, in others they are related to diabetes. Learn how these well-known minerals may have an impact on diabetes and other related health issues.
People with diabetes need to eat regularly and often want to combat fatigue. Energy bars seem like a convenient way to take care of both issues. While it appears to be a simple fix, learn more about energy bars and diabetes to make the most educated decisions.