Carrot FriesAn oh so simple, yet tasty way to enjoy baked carrots as a side dish. Baking the carrots brings out the natural sweetness and the cumin adds the flavor. Enjoy!... By hannah-noonanBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
4 Things to Ask Dr. Google After Your Type 2 Diabetes DiagnosisHave you ever gone online to find information about diabetes? You are not alone. According to Pew Research, the vast majority of adult internet users (72%) have looked online for information... By Corinna Santa Ana4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
I Am the ExpertI have long held the belief that the person who has lived with a chronic disease like type 2 diabetes should and does know more about it than the professionals... By TheLongPointGirl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
10 Pasta SubstitutionsPasta is often a favorite food and household staple, but many people with diabetes tend to avoid it due to its effect on blood sugars. Whether it’s the extra large... By Lindsey Verano, MPH, RD, LDN, CDCES2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Sunny Shrimp Stir FryThis dinner is a new twist on a family favorite dish. My family loves stir fry made with loads of teriyaki sauce. The problem is that teriyaki sauce is a... By Meryl Krochmal, MS, RD, CDCESBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Diabetes & MenopauseSorry gentlemen. This goes out to the women. But if you love a woman, have a read so you too can understand and support. Menopause. A term we are all... By TheLongPointGirl2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Restaurant Eating: How to Choose Healthier OptionsDo you feel like you are making a healthy choice when you go out to eat? If you answered “no” chances are you are not alone. Maybe you want to... By Meryl Krochmal, MS, RD, CDCES3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Is Low Intensity Exercise Even Better?An article published in the Washington Post included information suggesting that “low intensity” exercise, like walking, could be important for some people in developing the capacity to burn fat efficiently... By Toby Smithson, MSNW, RDN, LDN, CDE1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Fried Zucchini BitesLooking for something crunchy? Try these fried zucchini bites. Interested in more recipes featuring zucchini? Check out this recipe for 15 min Zucchini PastaMakes 3 servings... By Christina SaschinBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Food!I love food. Good food. Salads and other raw veggies, fruit, skinless chicken breast. I even love some not-so-good food. Hmmm, chicken wings, chocolate chip cookies to name a couple... By TheLongPointGirl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Eggs Exonerated (Again)We all love a good mystery novel or TV show where circumstantial and other seemingly convincing evidence is misdirecting or misleading us until everything resolves at the last moment into... By Toby Smithson, MSNW, RDN, LDN, CDE2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why Should I Count Carbs?Have you ever asked “Why should I count carbs?” You are not alone. Please read this article to learn the benefits of carb counting. A simplified explanation: All carbohydrates, with... By Meryl Krochmal, MS, RD, CDCES2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Book Review: Pocket Carbohydrate Counter Guide for DiabetesThis book is not what you think it is. At least it’s not what I thought it was going to be, based on its title. It’s something way more useful... By Corinna Santa Ana3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is Aspartame Right for You?You may see it marketed as Nutrasweet® or Equal® but aspartame is everywhere. In diet soft drinks, yogurt, even ice cream. There have been mixed messages about whether or not aspartame... By Katherine Gutwald, RD2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Turkey Veggie Saute SaladA saute salad is a great way to bring some life to your salads. The warm saute enhances the flavors and your seasonings can be customized in endless ways. This... By Kelly Dabel, RDBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
National Eat Your Vegetables DayCelebrating National Eat Your Veggies Day is a great and healthy way to get your veggies on! We know that fresh veggies are chock full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber... By Kelly Kunik1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Crossover Between Type 2 Diabetes and Alzheimer’sI started writing this article months ago. I lost count how many times I opened and closed it before I could even write my first sentence. It’s important to talk... By TheLongPointGirl2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How to Manage the Cost of Monitoring Your Blood GlucoseMonitoring our blood glucose levels regularly is important for managing diabetes well. But how can we afford to do this when blood glucose monitoring supplies are so expensive? Each testing... By Corinna Santa Ana3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Potassium and High Blood Pressure in Type 2 Diabetes – All You Need To KnowToday in the United States, 73% of adults with type 2 diabetes have high blood pressure. That number may be surprising, but it’s important to acknowledge because high blood pressure... By Melissa Halas-Liang, MA, RDN, CDE4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Access for All PeopleType 2 diabetes is not easy to live with. When you live with a chronic disease that requires medication and supplies, you need access to those things. Easy access. I... By TheLongPointGirl2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments