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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.
It is important to learn as much as you can about proper self-management when you have diabetes. With the right care and treatment, you can live a full and healthy life. Consider 6 important do’s and don’ts for people with diabetes.
Just decades ago, there were no proven ways to prevent diabetes and its complications. In 2013, this disease can be delayed or prevented with more advances being discovered to control diabetes. Because of ongoing progressive research, people with diabetes today have a lot to be thankful for.
Seeds and nuts are often referred to as the ultimate “super foods” because they contain nutrients, protein and “good” fat. Seeds are also antioxidant-rich and satisfy your appetite. People with diabetes should add seeds in small amounts to their daily diet because they are delicious, nutritious and conveniently portable.