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!
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Say Cheese! New Study Finds Dairy Is Not Connected To Heart Problems
There has been a widespread belief that dairy products are bad for your health. However, in the wake of the “fat is not evil” food revelation, people are enjoying more dairy again. In addition, recent studies have now shown that dairy products do not have the negative health effects we once believed. Whole milk is actually quite nutritious. One cup of milk contains 146 … [Read more...] about Say Cheese! New Study Finds Dairy Is Not Connected To Heart Problems
The Unexpected Superfoods You Should Be Eating
Bok Choy People who eat more cruciferous vegetables (like Bok choy) have a lower risk of developing breast, lung, and colon cancer. Bok Choy’s mix of calcium, iron, zinc, phosphorous, vitamin K and magnesium all contribute to building and maintaining strong bones. It’s folate, potassium, vitamin C, and vitamin B-6 make it a truly heart-healthy food. Brussels Sprouts Brussels … [Read more...] about The Unexpected Superfoods You Should Be Eating
Use These 5 Tips To Cut More Sugar From Your Diet
Know Sugar When You See It Don’t let the name “sugar” fool you. Corn syrup, dextrose, fructose, sucrose, maltose, maltodextrin, all are sugars and all should be avoided. Check your food and beverage labels carefully. You may think sugar is pretty easy to spot, but think again! It's not only cookies, cakes, and donuts that diabetics need to watch out for. Sugar is lurking … [Read more...] about Use These 5 Tips To Cut More Sugar From Your Diet
Increase Exercise Motivation With These 5 Tips
It's recommended that Americans get about 20 minutes of exercise every day. It may not sound like a huge undertaking, but nearly half of adults currently fall short of that goal. We all know that exercise is good for the body, and if we are brutally honest with ourselves, we probably have 20 minutes a day to do some form of it. So why don’t we? What holds us back? Is it … [Read more...] about Increase Exercise Motivation With These 5 Tips