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Ashlen Wilder

Ashlen is a journalism student who has also been involved in many aspects of the health and wellness world. She is a health coach and has been teaching yoga for 4 years. She wanted to explore a holistic approach to nutrition and received her Integrative Nutrition Certificate through UCSD. Read more.

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Secretly Healthy Chocolate Milkshake

This healthy chocolate milkshake tastes decadent and rich, but without all of the sugar and calories of a regular milkshake. The secret ingredient in this smoothie is zucchini! Frozen zucchini...

By Ashlen Wilder

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Sugar-Free Sweetener: Erythritol

If you live with type 2 diabetes, then chances are you have experimented with different types of sugar-free sweeteners. There are so many available to choose from, but of course...

By Ashlen Wilder

2 min read

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Veggie Handroll Sushi

This veggie handroll sushi is filled with refreshing raw veggies, nutrient-dense nori, and tofu for protein. This recipe avoids rice, which is the source of high carbohydrates in most sushi...

By Ashlen Wilder

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Sweet and Salty Chocolate Brittle

If you are a fan of sweet and salty combinations, you will love this sweet and salty chocolate brittle recipe! I personally could not tell that this recipe is sugar-free...

By Ashlen Wilder

Walking to Manage Post-meal Blood Sugar

Walking is one of those underrated forms of exercise. It's not really a sport, and sometimes it feels too gentle to be considered an exercise. But did you know that...

By Ashlen Wilder

2 min read

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Type 2 Diabetes and PCOS: What’s the Connection?

Mood swings, trouble getting pregnant, seemingly random hair growth, lack of energy are just some of the symptoms you might experience if you live with polycystic ovary syndrome. So what...

By Ashlen Wilder

3 min read

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Donut-Style Apple Slices

I'll start out by saying that these are not a direct replacement for donuts. However, this apple snack certainly takes inspiration from donuts. Donuts are full of sugar and processed...

By Ashlen Wilder

Comfort Food and Type 2 Diabetes

The leaves are changing colors, the temperatures are dropping, and the days are getting shorter. As I write this, we are in the peak of fall, heading towards winter. During...

By Ashlen Wilder

2 min read

What is the Standard American Diet?

S.A.D. is an acronym that stands for the Standard American Diet. The typical dishes found throughout America are known as the Standard American Diet. Unfortunately, the Standard American Diet is...

By Ashlen Wilder

3 min read

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Keto and Vegan Mini Cheesecakes

These melt-in-your-mouth mini cheesecakes only require six ingredients, and this recipe is suitable for those who follow a low-carb, vegan, or keto diet. This recipe can be easily doubled to...

By Ashlen Wilder

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Sriracha Broccoli Wings

This recipe is meant to be a healthier plant-based version of fried chicken wings. Cauliflower is normally the most common substitute, and I also have a recipe for buffalo cauliflower...

By Ashlen Wilder

Can You Eat Bread If You Have Type 2 Diabetes?

Bread seems to be everywhere. Entire grocery store shelves are dedicated to it. Restaurants serve baskets of seemingly endless, warm bread. At some cafes, bread seems to be incorporated into...

By Ashlen Wilder

3 min read

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Mediterranean Nachos

This light, refreshing, and colorful dish will look appealing to the pickiest veggie eater! Regular nachos are normally carb-heavy and doused in cheese, but this recipe incorporates the components of...

By Ashlen Wilder

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Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Bark

This easy recipe only takes 5 minutes to make, and it is a great treat for any day. This lemon blueberry yogurt bark recipe is low in sugar and can...

By Ashlen Wilder

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Healthy Fat Cocoa Fudge

This fudge is decadent like traditional fudge, but cuts out all the sugar and adds in a lot of healthy fats. This recipe can be eaten as a rich dessert...

By Ashlen Wilder

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Sugar-Free Frozen Yogurt

During a recent 80-degree weekend, I had a strong craving for frozen yogurt. I wanted something creamy and cold, but without all the sugar and dairy. I whipped up this...

By Ashlen Wilder

Learning to Accept Substitute Foods

After being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, it is likely that your doctor or dietician may recommend limiting or eliminating certain foods from your diet. Positive dietary and lifestyle choices...

By Ashlen Wilder

2 min read

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Chickpea Corn Fritters

These fritters are great to put on top of salads, eat as a snack, or as a side dish. I experimented with cooking these in the oven and in an...

By Ashlen Wilder

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Sliced Apple Nachos

Fruit on its own can be a healthy snack, but sometimes I want something extra to go with my fruit. I took inspiration from traditional savory nachos to drizzle apple...

By Ashlen Wilder

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Why Are There Stigmas Around Type 2 Diabetes?

If you have diabetes, then you have probably dealt with a stigma before. Managing diabetes on a daily basis is already enough of a challenge, and you certainly don't need...

By Ashlen Wilder

3 min read

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