All in the Family – Getting Buy-in on the Healthy Food and Exercise Plan...Getting everyone involved in your diet and exercise plan will make a tremendous impact in your life! It’s so much easier to stick to eating plans with family support. You...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Quiche...Having a ready-made breakfast item in the fridge is great for those busy mornings. Check out these additional tips for breakfast meal prep! Make your mornings less stressful by planning...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Are Carbohydrates an Essential Nutrient? An update to: "Can a Low Carb Diet Help?"...Several months ago I wrote an article titled, "Can a Low Carb Diet Help?". The feedback I received from the type 2 diabetes community inspired me to write a follow-up...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Healthy Cook Ahead Crock Pot Meals (or Three 15 Minute Weeknight Dinners)...We know that eating well is a huge component of managing type 2 diabetes, and part of eating well is cutting back on eating out and spending more time in...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Am I overdoing it?...I am 62 y.o., and was diagnosed as Type II 3 years ago. Up until this year, I have always had a "desk" job, but in August, I started work...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesWork & Employment
Are Certain Fruits and Vegetables Better for Weight Loss Than Others?...Of course all fruits and vegetables are good for you, but it’s important to understand the differences between them when planning a balanced diet. First, let’s get one thing straight:...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Scotch Eggs...In lieu of eating eggs with sausage links, wrap hard boiled eggs in sausage to create this British breakfast. Makes 1 serving...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Building a Better Breakfast...Starting your day off right way is absolutely critical to managing your diabetes—in fact, it should be part of a healthy diet, period! Individuals who consistently eat breakfast have a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Protein Anyone?...Protein rich foods have long been respected for their nutrient density. More recently protein has received attention for its potential to assist in weight management. According to the National Health...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Overnight Vanilla Chia Pudding...Loaded with fiber, protein and omega-3 fatty acids, chia seeds are tiny but mighty. Chia seeds can take on the most deliciously creamy texture in this pudding recipe. This overnight...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Help! I'm Scared of Needles!...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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Visit to the FDA - A New Front in Diabetes Management...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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
10 Tips to Jump Start Your Weight Loss...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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Importance of Hydration...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...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Burning feet...I have developed burning feet. I believe that I also have plantar fascitis. Does anyone have this? What can I do about it?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesComplications
10 Tips for Managing Diabetes While Traveling...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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Type 2 Diabetes and Binge Eating Disorder...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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Lower Carb Fast Food Options...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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why Dieting May Be the Worst Thing for Weight Loss...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...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Loneliness – Another “Complication” of Diabetes...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...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments