Our More on Diabetes articles will provide helpful diabetes and health information on topics including diabetes management, exercise, diabetic recipes, diabetes complications, diet and nutrition, pet diabetes and more. Articles are written or reviewed by healthcare professionals who have experience in diabetes and health education.
Do you remember growing up and studying for the weekly Friday spelling quiz? You would receive the word list on Monday; each night you would spring into action, review them and then get tested by your parents. On Friday morning on the way to school you would have your last mock quiz before the real one; […]
When you have diabetes, it is important to minimize your sugar intake. But you might now know where to start because of the terminology. Find out the hidden meanings behind low sugar, no added sugar and sugar-free so you can make the right choices.
I always try to keep you up to date with diabetes information whether it concerns medications, food, diabetes trends or studies. Our goal at ADW is to improve your quality of life by making you more conscious and aware.
I put together a few interesting pieces of information which hopefully will be of interest to you and […]
It is common knowledge people with diabetes should minimize their sugar intake. It is also important to cut the salt and fat in your diet. Find out simple ways to get rid of salty, fatty foods without compromising flavor.
My patients are the ones who inspire many of the newsletter topics. If it is on their minds there is a good chance that you may be thinking about these topics as well. This weeks patient education sessions were informative and several patients were focused on “belly fat and stress eating.” Let me share the points […]
Eating more fiber is a benefit for improved health. Besides preventing or relieving constipation, fiber offers a myriad of health benefits. Fiber can help you maintain a healthy weight while lowering your risk of heart disease and helping you control blood sugar levels. Many of the diabetes fiber friendly foods are delicious, too!
In honor of National Nutrition Month (which took place in March), I wanted to share what a dietitian’s role is in helping you with your diabetes management. I always suggest a complete accredited diabetes management program, which offers information including diabetes overview, medications, complications, exercise, stress management and nutrition.
Type 1 diabetes is diagnosed when there is no production of insulin; called insulin deficiency. Type 2 diabetes has a component of insulin deficiency but is mostly concerned with insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is the inability to utilize insulin that is produced and available to you. Reasons for insulin resistance are due to your family history/genetics […]
People with diabetes are more prone to develop conditions such as blood clots and deep vein thrombosis. This increases the risk of developing heart disease and stroke. Lifestyle changes and proper treatment can minimize the possibility of problems such as blood clots, deep vein thrombosis and stroke.
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.