You may think that managing diabetes is basic: don’t eat sugar, exercise, take your medication… sound familiar? The road to health can be tricky, however. Diabetics may think they are doing their blood sugar a favor, but some “healthy habits” actually raise blood sugar instead of lowering it. "Sugar-free" foods One section of the health food aisle of the local supermarket … [Read more...] about These “Good Habits” Are Spiking Your Blood Sugar
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New Strategies For Diabetics To Help Prevent Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. It is a progressive brain disease that destroys an individual’s memory, the ability to learn and make decisions, even basic communication and the performance of daily activities. As the disease gradually progresses, the individual may experience changes in behavior and personality, increased anxiety or agitation, even … [Read more...] about New Strategies For Diabetics To Help Prevent Alzheimer’s
Don’t Forget Your Fiber!
Fiber serves many purposes for the body. It helps to regulate blood sugar, it prevents the absorption of cholesterol, and promotes gut health and regularity. All of these benefits are especially helpful for diabetics as it is crucial to control blood sugar, as well as, heart health. Without fiber, our digestive tract suffers, we develop high cholesterol that may lead to heart … [Read more...] about Don’t Forget Your Fiber!
Are You Making These Low-Carb Lifestyle Mistakes?
The Ketogenic diet emphasizes eating foods that are high in protein and good fats, while eliminating carb-rich foods. The foods prohibited by the Keto diet include: bread, crackers, bagels, cookies, pastries, etc. Processed foods found in boxes and plastic bags are out. Vegetables, meats, seafood, fats, and dairy are in. Basically, foods made with white flour and sugar are off … [Read more...] about Are You Making These Low-Carb Lifestyle Mistakes?
Fact Or Fiction – Banish These 10 Diabetes Myths!
There is a lot of information about diabetes out there. Some of it comes from reputable sources like your healthcare team. Some comes from the internet, or from friends or family members (sometimes even from strangers!) For diabetics, it's crucial to separate the truths from the myths in order to live your best health. Myth 1: Diabetes is contagious Truth: Absolutely not. … [Read more...] about Fact Or Fiction – Banish These 10 Diabetes Myths!