For nearly a century, cannabis has been demonized as a gateway drug. Granted, some of its side effects might include impairing certain cognitive skills, but there are also many positives to the plant. We are noticing this because of the recent legalization of this plant in many U.S. states. In addition, a quiet, but stunning […]
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By NaDica | Articles , Diabetes News
There is great news for the diabetes community, the FDA, i.e., Food and Drug Administration approved the new Dexcom G6. This happened only 6 months after it had been submitted to the FDA. Yes, in fact, both the FDA and Dexcom issued news releases about this. As a matter of fact, this occurred on the […]
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Even if you are following your doctor’s recommendation, exercising regularly and eating right, your sugar levels might sometimes increase unexpectedly. The director of the Diabetes Institute at the University of Pittsburgh, Linda M. Siminerio, RD, Ph.D., talks on this topic. According to Dr. Siminerio, in people without diabetes, blood glucose levels fluctuate constantly. However, if […]
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By NaDica | Articles , Foods & Diet Plans
The common bay leaf is usually found in kitchen cabinets, and it is known to people who love the Italian cuisine. But for those of you who aren’t familiar with the bay leaf, you should know that dried or fresh bay leaves are usually used in cooking. This is thanks to their distinctive fragrance and […]
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By MaYa | Articles , Foods & Diet Plans
Are you looking for a tasty, yet healthy diet to keep your diabetes in check and lose weight in the process? Losing weight can be extremely beneficial, especially if you have trouble managing your blood sugar levels. Besides, a good diet can reduce the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, and it can help […]
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By MaYa | Articles , Diabetes News
For millions of diabetics, the most unpleasant part of their life is to perform daily blood tests to keep their blood sugar in check. Every day they have to endure the finger-prick pain because there hasn’t been a better way to monitor the glucose levels. But, it seems that these problems are coming to an […]
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By NeNa | Articles , Foods & Diet Plans
Have you ever tried a rose apple? It tastes like snow pear, and it has really high water content. What’s interesting is that it doesn’t look like a regular apple but rather a pear or guava. You can eat it after removing the hairs and seeds, but people usually dry it and prepare it as […]
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By NaDica | Articles , Diabetes News
Diabetic retinopathy is a diabetes-related complication which impacts the eyes. This develops due to damage to the blood vessels of the light-sensitive tissue found at the end of the eye, that is the retina. In the beginning, this complication might cause only mild eyesight issues or have no signs at all. In the worst case […]
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By MaYa | Articles , Foods & Diet Plans
Even though type 1 diabetes is not preventable, it is still important to provide your body with plenty of nutrients. If you are planning to focus on a plant-based diet, this is for you. Plant-based foods are a great source of nutrients. These foods have potent anti-inflammatory properties that can boost your overall health and […]
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By NeNa | Articles , Foods & Diet Plans
Have you ever heard about sumac? Well, there’s the plant called Sumac that causes itchy rash upon touching it, and the edible powder added to salad dressings, marinades, dry rubs, and spice blends. Here, we’ll focus on the edible powder sumac that’s commonly added to za’atar. What’s surprising about this powder is its ability to […]
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