People develop taste preferences which may explain why they chose certain foods over others. Dr. Valerie Duffy, R.D., at the University of Connecticut says “When it comes to taste, each one of us is hard wired differently”.
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People with diabetes may have an increased risk of oral health problems due to poorly controlled blood sugars. Proper dental care is a top priority for optimum oral hygiene. Discover more about tooth care and toothpastes when you have diabetes.
While the holidays can be fun, there are also stresses associated with attending gatherings and spending money on gifts. When the holidays are over, people often feel exhausted, let down, and may have even gained weight.
A well-balanced diet is a top priority for people with diabetes. Eating healthy foods at the right times can help people avoid blood sugar fluctuations. Discover how to fight food cravings with diabetes for improved well-being.
According to Dr. Michael Goldberg, a diabetes aware dental specialist, "Gum disease can be made worse by diabetes and diabetes can make gum disease worse". Inflammation of the gums will cause diabetes to spiral out of control, and out of control blood sugars will elevate the chance of severe periodontal disease.
People with diabetes are up to fifteen times more likely to get carpal tunnel syndrome. This condition is a type of neuropathy that affects the forearm, wrist and hand. Discover why people with diabetes are more prone to getting carpal tunnel syndrome.
During the winter months, fresh produce may be rather scarce. Fortunately, there is still plenty of produce available in the winter months to feed our need for vegetables and fruit.
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The challenges associated with diabetes self-management can make a person feel different and alone. Support groups can be helpful and motivating for people with diabetes. Discover what diabetes support groups are good for and why it can be beneficial to share your experiences.
Eating seasonal foods can be healthy, tasty and often less expensive. Usually people associate seasonal foods with the spring and summer. But, there are plenty of fresh winter seasonal meal ingredients to include in daily dishes when you have diabetes.
People with diabetes need to watch their intake of sugar, salt and processed foods. You can still add plenty of flavors to your foods with an array of tantalizing spices. Discover tasty ways to enhance your favorite healthy foods with delicious winter spices.