There are many retirees living with diabetes in South Florida where I educate people in a self management program; a big proportion of them spend a majority of their time eating out in restaurants. […]
As a diabetes educator, I have long been a fan of the Extend Nutrition product line-up. Patients frequently have commented about their yummy taste, reasonable price and ability to keep them less hungry with good blood glucose control for hours. Formerly known as Extend Snacks, these low-glycemic products have been created to help maintain steady glucose […]
I have recently shared a variety of nutritional hints and choices with my patients who were surprised to hear about these specific foods. Although this does not mean you may never choose these foods again consider eating less of them. I will try to offer reasons for my suggestions.
The New Year has arrived and we hopefully survived the assorted gatherings, buffets and parties which may have promoted gaining a few of those unwanted pounds. Let’s explore how to deal with this situation.
With the holiday season right around the corner, alluring treats are lurking around every corner. In the face of such temptation, it can be hard to stick to your diabetes self-management program. A few simple baking tips make it easier to enjoy the holiday season without going overboard.
One of my patients came for a follow up visit this week one month after her initial diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. The first session included an overview of the diabetes process, physiology and complications along with an hour of specialized nutritional information and guidelines.
We are in the peak of the holiday eating and drinking season. Many people find themselves over eating during this two month period compared to the rest of the year. It is a cherished time to share with family and friends, yet it can focus around home cooked goodies, huge quantities of food as well as […]
It is a known fact that commercial food companies keep adding sugar to processed and packaged foods as the years go on. One specific theory is called “adaptation levels.” That means that people get used (or acclimatized) to a certain level of sweetness or satisfaction.
I often get requests from on line customers as well as my office patients to suggest the very best food choices to eat when you have diabetes. Obviously there are some foods that are better than others but the boring truth is most fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins are always your best food selections.
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I have spent another week helping my patients manage their diabetes, and I want to share some interesting gems. Hopefully reading about these specific problems may save you from some similar daily life situations.