Having diabetes means a need to eat a healthy and well-balanced diet. The first thing we should do when we start our day is to eat a nutritious breakfast. This way, we’ll start our day feeling more energetic and happy. Plus, a healthy breakfast can help us prevent sudden blood sugar spikes in the morning. […]
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Learning to control sugar cravings is crucial for managing blood sugar levels. Many experts advise people to avoid eating any foods that contain sugar so that they can keep their blood glucose in check and their insulin levels stable. But, cutting out sugar is absolutely unrealistic for most people. Luckily, there are plenty of natural […]
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Carbohydrates are also known as carbs are one of the most important nutrients present in drinks and food we consume. Other essential nutrients are fat and protein. Carbs include fiber, sugars, and starches. If we have diabetes, counting these nutrients can be highly beneficial. Carb counting might help us control our blood sugar levels also […]
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Being diagnosed with diabetes means hearing different dietary advice every other day, so it’s logical why many of us are confused about the right food we should eat. We were told to focus our diet on carbs for decades, many being recommended to eat at least 250 gm of carbs a day. But, no one […]
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Diabetes and kidney disease are two serious conditions that could be quite stressful sometimes. But, they can cause even more stress if we have to manage both of them at the same time. Poor diabetes management can often cause kidney damage, also known as diabetic nephropathy. This is just one of the many health complications […]
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By Gabriela | Diet , Keto Diet
Insulin is a hormone that is located in the pancreas and it regulates the level of glucose in the blood. In other words, the fat stored in the blood vessels that affects the functions of the metabolism is insulin. Some examples of insulin are the imbalance of potassium and sodium in the system, cognitive and […]
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We all know that our food is an important factor that can control many diseases. So, when it comes to high blood pressure, Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) is an approach to healthy eating that can lower and control this condition. According to DASH, foods low in sodium but rich in magnesium, potassium, and […]
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We have all probably heard the term “hangry” – a term that’s a combination of angry and hungry. Many people who try to avoid all carbs at all costs have probably felt this feeling at least once. Individuals believe that in order to control the blood sugar or get in better shape, we need to […]
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Having diabetes doesn’t mean we should lose the flavor in our cookies and dishes. There are so many things we can use instead of unhealthy ingredients that are bad for our blood sugar levels. These include refined sugar, potatoes, ketchup, white rice, canned vegetables, and fruits, etc. By using both healthy and delicious ingredients, we’ll […]
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Fiber is a carb found in vegetables, fruits, legumes, cereals, and whole-grain bread. Unlike other carbohydrates, this one can’t be digested in the small intestines, so it passes through the digestive tract without being absorbed into the bloodstream. Generally, fiber can be soluble or insoluble. The soluble type slows down digestion by becoming a gel […]
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