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For many people, the fear of diabetes and its progression is VERY real. Not just for its potentially deadly complications, but also because of the prospect of having to use...

Last March, the diaTribe Foundation contacted me with a powerful opportunity. They were looking for advocates, or persons with diabetes, who could help stand up and speak regarding the approval...

The summer is a popular time to revisit previous weight loss goals. Check out the following 10 tips to jump start your weight loss and get you on track to...

As the heat of summer is settling in, maintaining hydration is an essential component of diabetes management and a healthy lifestyle. The average adult contains approximately 5 liters of blood...

July is one of the busiest months for travel. Schools out, work hours may be shorter, and extra days off for summer holidays make summer a more convenient time for...

You’ve probably heard of anorexia and bulimia, but have you ever heard of binge eating disorder (BED)? BED is the most common eating disorder in the US and affects about...

Did you know? The average American eats fast food 159 times a year. Fast food is a popular choice for many reasons, one of the biggest reasons being convenience. We...

As someone living with type 2 diabetes, you may have been told by your doctor that you should lose weight. Sounds easy enough to do when you read a success...

A 2012 Canadian Diabetes Association survey of a sample of Canadians with diabetes shed light on what we might call “frustrations” of diabetes and diabetes management, and we all know...

Are you in need of some new low carb recipe ideas? This article features 12 new recipe ideas that can be enjoyed as either a meal or a snack.  Each...

Let’s face it: Having a chronic illness is not a walk in the park. You’re never able to leave it behind, no matter what you’re doing. You can’t check it...

Thanks to the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial (DCCT), it is now well recognized that intensive glycemic control can reduce the risk of diabetes complications. Despite this knowledge, one of...

As people with type 2 diabetes we often hear that we should be “eating in moderation,” but what exactly does that mean? I think it means different things to different...

As April comes to a close, the summer season is fast approaching which means warm weather, sweet drinks, pool parties and barbecues! So you might also be thinking “how I’m going to manage...

Many of us feel the urge to snack most days, especially after lunch and before dinner, when energy levels tend to dip. Before you reach for your snack, drink a...

I recently visited Detroit, Michigan’s Eastern Market with my family. Eastern Market is well known for being one of the largest historic farmer’s markets in the country.  Visiting a farmer’s...

Does clutter lead to overeating? Maybe, especially if you’re feeling out of control or stressed out. A study was recently published in the journal Environment and Behavior that suggests a...

Wow—the first day of spring is already here, and I’m wondering if you remember my “sage” advice on making New Year’s resolutions? My specific recommendation was to spend early 2016...