How Much Protein do Diabetics Need?
There is a surge in high-protein products, with it being added to many foods. And it’s not just protein shakes; now there are protein…
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Chocolate is Good for Diabetes
Good news arrives just before Valentine’s Day. Chocolate is good for diabetes, but it depends on the type of chocolate. Difference Between Dark and…
Setting SMART Goals for the New Year
As the new year approaches, many will make resolutions, especially those involving healthier habits. To make it easier to keep track of your goals,…
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Do You Prefer Being Called Diabetic or Person with Diabetes?
When I was writing a blog about diabetes, a grammar app advised me not to use the term “diabetic” since it would offend some…
Eating Carbs Last Stabilizes Blood Sugar Levels
If you’re at a restaurant, one of the best things you can do for your blood sugar is to order a salad or veggies…
If My Blood Sugar is High, why am I so Hungry?
Feeling shaky and hungry are the common signs of hypoglycemia or low blood sugar. It makes sense to be hungry when our blood sugar…
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Diabetic Complications
The Connection Between Diabetes and Sleep Disorders
“A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor’s book” is an Irish proverb. But restful sleep may be…
If You Have Diabetes, Fiber is Your Friend
You’ve probably heard the expression an apple a day keeps the doctor away. It’s an old English proverb that means if you eat nutritious…
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Natural Diabetic Remedies
How Drinking Water Decreases Blood Sugar Levels
Drinking water is necessary for everyone, but especially for diabetics. It’s important not only for hydration but also because water can help lower high…
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Diabetic Complications
Diabetes Affects Another Organ, the Mouth
You know diabetes affects organs such as the kidneys, heart, eyes, and skin. But did you know it also affects another organ, the mouth?…