Easter is right around the corner, and that means grocery store shelves are stocked with milk chocolate bunnies, colorful jelly beans, and sour gummy carrots. And you may find it hard to resist indulging. (After all, it takes willpower of steel to turn down one of those chocolate cream-filled eggs.) So, what’s a person with […]
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How caffeine impacts your blood sugars + what to o...
If you are someone who needs a caffeine kick-start before heading off to work in the morning, you may want to hold back. Especially if you have type 2 diabetes. While coffee and caffeine have been shown to prevent the condition in people who don’t already have it, that morning cup of Joe could have […]
Why junk food tastes so good + what that means for...
You know what a craving for cookies feels like. And we’re all too familiar with the satisfyingly salty crunch we get from chomping on potato chip–followed by the urge to eat another, and another, and another. But have you ever wondered why we don’t feel the same way about broccoli? Or why you’ve probably never […]
How keeping a food journal can help you achieve yo...
Close your eyes for a second, and think about what you’ve eaten today. If you’re like most people, your mind will automatically jump to breakfast, lunch, and dinner. But what about that handful of M&Ms you snagged from the dish on your co-workers desk this morning? And did you remember to include the couple pieces […]
Blood glucose logs are fun + 2 other reasons why y...
Okay, time to be honest: Do you keep a blood sugar log? Do you actually? Perhaps you’ve thought about tracking your sugars, and maybe you’ve even gone as far as to print one out. But how often do you really use a sugar log? Did you know a daily blood sugar diary is one of […]
Are all carbs created equal?
Carbs are supposed to be pretty healthy, right? After all, whole grains are a carb. But so are sugary cereals and white breads. Turns out, not all carbohydrates are created equal. And different kinds of carbs can have different effects on your blood sugar and diabetes. Here’s how. Simple vs. Complex Let’s go back to […]
Are all calories created equal?
Whether it’s broccoli or potato chips, 100 calories is 100 calories, right? Wrong! Turns out, calories aren’t like people–they’re not all created equal. According to WebMD, the average adult should eat somewhere between 1,500-2,000 calories each day. Here’s how to make the most of them. First, it’s important to know what a calorie actually looks […]
The Dos and Don’ts of Blood Sugar Logging
Keeping an up-to-date blood sugar log is one of the best steps you can take to manage your diabetes as well as your overall health. Here’s the lowdown on how to organize your log so that you–and your doctor–can get the most out of your sugar data. DO: Organize your sugars according to when you […]
5 Tips for a Diabetes-Friendly Thanksgiving
The holidays are about relaxing, celebrating, and having a good time. Whether you’re spending this Thanksgiving at home with family, or you’re visiting friends far away, these easy tips will help you enjoy the festivities, while keeping your diabetes management in-check. 1. Avoid skipping meals With the promise of a hearty, filling dinner at the […]
The Answers to Artificial Sweeteners
When you have diabetes, learning how to satisfy your sweet tooth can often be a challenge. Instead of getting a sugar fix from natural ingredients, some people turn to artificial sweeteners as a different way to curb their craving for something sweet. Also called low-calorie or non-nutritive sweeteners, these sugar substitutes may seem like the […]