Quick Salmon PattiesFish contains healthy fats that can help keep your heart and blood vessels healthy. Cardiovascular health is important in diabetes care. If you're bored of eating fish fillets (or have leftover...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Life With Legumes: A Tasty Plant-Based PowerhouseEating beans and other legumes do more than just improve your gastrointestinal and cardiovascular health. This mighty plant-based food can also help improve type 2 diabetes management and weight regulation...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Mental Motivation: The Principles of Type 2 Diabetes ManagementWe have all heard this before... It doesn't matter where you are in life; acknowledging where you are is better than staying in denial. Take ownership and realize where you...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
My Diabetes Is Controlled, So Why Can't I Eat What I Want?The first time I got a normal A1c reading, I was thrilled. Finally, my type 2 diabetes was under control. Then I wondered, "If my diabetes is now controlled, why...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Chopped Veggie SaladThis is my new favorite salad. It includes fresh veggies with a low-calorie, light-fat dressing. There's no lettuce in this recipe. Don't get me wrong; I love lettuce. Sometimes I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Tired of Cauliflower? Here Are Low-Carb AlternativesCauliflower is a fantastic vegetable. This cruciferous vegetable is low in carbohydrates and high in vitamin c, folate, and fiber. Due to its low carbohydrate and calorie content, cauliflower is...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The Essentials: What’s in My Bag for Living With Type 2 Diabetes?When you have type 2 diabetes, there are a few items you consistently should have on hand. That's why I wanted to share what's in my bag to prepare yourself...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Going to the Dentist? Here’s How to Prepare for Your VisitYou might not think of your dentist as part of your diabetes care team, but they are. Living with type 2 diabetes means you may be at higher risk of...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Churro Protein MuffinsThis tasty churro protein muffin recipe will not sabotage your health goals. This high-protein, no-sugar-added keto muffin hits the sweet spot! This churro protein muffin recipe uses almond flour, a...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Friendly Fats: An Overview of 4 Types of FatsIf you were around the 90s, you might remember that back then, fat was a big no-no according to the diet industry. A low-fat diet was the trend, and you...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
SNRI Drugs and Diabetic NeuropathyDiabetic neuropathy is nerve damage caused by diabetes that can lead to pain, ulcerations, and in some cases, amputation. A class of drugs known as serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, or...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Chocolate Peanut Butter Frozen YogurtWarmer weather can have you craving a frosty treat! But when you are managing type 2 diabetes, it can be tricky to find a dessert that will still keep your...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Family History and Diabetes: We've Come a Long Way, BabyI remember talking to my mom in the 70s about diabetes in our family. She learned about diabetes from one of her 18 older siblings. Her older sister (who was...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Importance of Mindful Practices for People With DiabetesLiving with diabetes can be stressful. There are endless doctor's appointments, blood tests, and careful monitoring of your nutrition. It's easy to get overwhelmed and feel like you're not in...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Simple Nutrition Steps to Boost Heart HealthDid you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States? Yet, about 80 percent of cardiovascular disease cases are preventable, including conditions such as...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Baked Sweet Potato FriesLooking for a snack with a sweet yet salty combination? Need a delicious vegetable dish to go with your meal? Look no further than these baked sweet potato fries! The hardest...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Type 2 Diabetes and Respiratory InfectionsRespiratory infections are one type of severe infection that often affects people with type 2 diabetes. In fact, a 2022 study reported that 52 percent of people with type 2...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Scoop on Sleep Studies to Prepare for Bariatric SurgeryOne of the many things one must do when getting bariatric surgery is to consult a pulmonologist, who will likely perform a sleep study. It is not the most glamorous...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Flu, RSV and COVID-19: Differences Between 3 Respiratory InfectionsThe flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19 are all contagious respiratory infections that affect the nose, throat, and lungs. They affect both adults and kids, and they have many...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
When Reaching Out Does Not Go WellMental health. Boy, it affects us all in one way or another. Sometimes you have to reflect and say, "I think I need a bit of help in coping right...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
