Nature Made® Diabetes Health Pack First, it is important to note that eating a variety of whole foods is a better choice for staying healthy than relying on vitamins or supplements. Eating lean meats, vegetables, fruits, and whole grains- and limiting fats and sugar — are important for keeping [...]
Keeping your blood glucose levels under control can be hard to do when you’re busy, especially if you count carbs as part of your balanced meal plan. You may not always have time to count carbs when you have to grab something fast at work, or while running errands. At these times, meal [...]
If you have diabetes, you probably know that you are at an increased risk for problems with your eyes, feet, skin and nervous system. Did you know that diabetes can also cause problems in your mouth? This article is a comprehensive guide aimed at keeping your teeth and gums healthy [...]
If you have been told you have high cholesterol, you most likely want to take action. If you are already on medications to control diabetes, you may be looking for natural options to avoid additional medications. The good news is that cholesterol, for many individuals, can be managed through [...]
When it comes to controlling your blood glucose, you have probably researched the impact of everything from food, to exercise, to weight control. But have you looked into how spices may impact it? Cinnamon is a spice that doesn’t just add great flavor to foods; it may help to lower blood glucose [...]
Eating healthy foods is important for your diabetes control and your health. But you might feel it costs too much to eat the right foods these days. The good news is you can eat smart without breaking your budget. BEFORE YOU SHOP Do your homework first. Decide how much money you have to spend and [...]
Many people do not fully understand what the instructions on their medicine bottles mean. They often take medicines more times per day than needed. Most people find that the more often they have to remember to take their medicines, the easier it is to forget. So what can you do? This article [...]
Has this ever happened to you: You are using your meal plan and keeping your blood glucose levels in the target range. Just when you feel you have it all under control, something happens to stress you out. Almost without thinking, you reach for your favorite comfort food. You feel better [...]
Many people with diabetes look to natural products and vitamins for added help with their diabetes. And with good reason — some of these products can be very helpful. But some can make your diabetes medicines less effective or harm you. Janis Roszler MSFT, RD, CDE, LD/N, answers two of the [...]
When you start to lose weight, you lose some of your stored fat. That may seem like a good thing to you, but your body doesn’t always agree. We used to think fat just sat in your body and did nothing. But we now know that is not true. The fat you store makes hormones that help control [...]
A spare tire comes in handy if you have a flat, but who wants one around their middle? Too much belly fat is linked with a number of health problems. You can tell if you need to trim your waistline by following the guides outlined in this article. Get the full article of “Belly Fat: When To [...]
This Q & A article answers some of the more-commonly asked questions on Diabetes today. Some of the questions answered are: Why is diabetes so common today? What is prediabetes? Is type 2 more serious than type 1 diabetes? If nobody in my family has diabetes, why did I get it? To get [...]
Nuts, berries and oils seem to be in the news a lot lately, thanks to the health benefits that they provide. Walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts and most other types of nuts are great for your heart. Berries, such as straw-berries, blueberries, raspberries and cranberries, are rich in antioxidants, [...]
You may have heard about recent studies showing that people who drink diet soft drinks have a higher risk for diabetes, high blood pressure, heart attacks and strokes than those who do not drink diet drinks. But in fact, researchers have not been able to say that the diet drinks are to [...]
Diabetes and food do a unique dance. You need to eat a variety of foods to stay healthy, but too much of some foods can lead to weight gain and can affect your diabetes control. Your diabetes food plan should fit your nutritional needs, daily routine, eating habits, food likes, and blood [...]
