A lot of people with diabetes are fearful of pasta just because of its infamously high carbohydrate content. They think eating pasta will spike their blood glucose levels to the moon and increase their body weight. The truth is, pasta does have high carbohydrate content that affects blood glucose levels, but you don’t have to […]
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The amount of glucose that circulates in our bloodstream is blood sugar. When we consume foods that contain a high amount of carbohydrates, they break down into glucose. Therefore, people with diabetes need to regulate their glucose levels to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Here is a simple supplement for white rice, a food typical for […]
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Fenugreek is actually a plant that grows in parts of Western Asia and Europe. The leaves of this plant are edible. However, this plant is famous thanks to its small brown seeds and their use in medicine. The first initial use of fenugreek was in Egypt and it is dating back to 1500 B.C. Furthermore, […]
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If you happen to be diabetic, then you should be aware that your body is not able to produce enough insulin or use the one it does produce efficiently. This, unfortunately, can have a negative effect on your blood sugar levels. That’s why it’s of such crucial importance to keep track of what you eat. […]
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Eggs are a great source of protein, but they contain cholesterol as well. In one egg there is almost 200 mg of cholesterol. Therefore, it can cause problems for those with poor blood sugar control. However, the ADA highly recommends them, and with good reason. They believe that eggs won’t raise blood sugar. But, it […]
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We are all busy, so we tend not to prepare healthy and balanced meals for breakfast. Instead, we buy already prepared ones, or even miss the most important meal of the day. Moreover, people treat breakfast as a dessert, so they buy doughnuts or any other foods that contain a lot of sugars. Such a […]
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Research states that green tea can boost our memory, reduce insulin resistance and obesity. Therefore, it can be ideal for people with diabetes. Plus, this tea may positively affect our brain and help us learn easily. Scientists believe that green tea can help with cognitive functions. Besides, this drink has been used for ages as […]
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Regardless of the type of diabetes you have, controlling your insulin levels is equally difficult. It’s something you worry about all the time. People with diabetes should make healthy food choices all the time since food affects blood sugar levels. Not picking the right foods could have serious health consequences. Too high levels of blood […]
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Fruits, in general, are healthy for you. But berries are certainly on the top of the list when it comes to health benefits. Packed with nutrition and super tasty, they are a great snack and should be eaten on a daily basis now that their season has arrived. So do yourself a favor and make […]
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When we think about a smoothie, we probably imagine a glass of health-boosting, natural blend that’s full of colorful fruits and vegetables. And that’s right; most smoothies are healthy, and many people use them to replace whole meals. However, sometimes they include unhealthy ingredients that can ruin the beneficial properties of the rest of the […]
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