What you eat can drastically affect many aspects of your health, including your risk of developing chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes and cancer. The development of cancer, in particular, has been shown to be heavily influenced by your diet. Many foods contain beneficial compounds that could help decrease the growth of cancer. Add some […]
July 05, 2019 Summer’s here, and there’s about to be a lot less cozy couch time. We all want to feel and look great, and have plenty of energy for summer activities, so there’s no time better than now to look at our healthy living and weight loss goals. Besides working out and portion control, […]
Low-Carb You don’t have to give up carbohydrates because you have diabetes. If you want to try a diet that limits them, like Atkins or South Beach, talk to your doctor about it. Research on the benefits of low-carb diets for type 2 diabetes is still mixed. But a review written by 25 leading experts […]
Check All the Boxes The right diet will help you control your blood sugar, get a handle on your weight, and feel better. Several well-known and popular eating plans may give you the road map to do just that. You’ll want to choose something you can follow, with foods you like, so you can stick […]
Be Proactive Juggling food, exercise, insulin, and testing can seem like a circus act. But it doesn’t have to be that way. A written care plan can help you keep all the balls in the air. With your diabetes care team, craft one that accounts for your changing needs. Together, you can keep blood sugar […]
Foods You Should Never Eat Raw Sushi Made with lean fish, vegetables, and avocado, sushi can be a good way to get vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids. But sushi can have bacteria and parasites like anisakiasis, which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Small children, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and people with […]