Here are some tips to make a healthy, delicious smoothie and minimize the adverse effects for someone with diabetes. One of my friends asked me these questions and I bet some of you might like to know the answers: "Are smoothies good for people with diabetes? Does blending the fruit make it more "available"? What does blending do to the fiber?" The better answer to the question of whether smoothies are a good choice for those with diabetes is this; it depends on what type of smoothie we are talking about. Because smoothies are made from a variety of ingredients, their nutritional value … [Read more...]
Better Together! Pairing Plants and Dairy for Healthy Eating
Some things are just better together. Hall and Oates, peanut butter and jelly, dinner and a movie; you get the idea. Pairing plant-based foods and dairy foods is another great combination. They work together to get nutrients most people miss out on. Fortunately plants are "in" these days. Have you heard of a plant-based diet? Oddly, there is no specific definition for "plant-based diet." Some people think of it as vegetarian or vegan, while others define it as having plant foods (fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, and nuts) as the base of their diet while still enjoying animal … [Read more...]
What Exercise Can and Cannot Do When You Have Diabetes
Today I am sharing the exercise experiences of two people with diabetes as examples of what exercise can and cannot do when you have diabetes. Both used physical activity as a tool to bring their glucose into target but each had a different result. It is a reminder that diabetes is unique in its effect on each individual. First let me introduce you to Evelyn. She had a long history living with diabetes. She maintained regular checkups with her doctor and at each visit was told to lose weight and exercise. She didn’t have a plan for losing weight, and frankly, she was satisfied with her … [Read more...]
“Better Butter” Homemade Butter Recipe
Do you love the taste of butter? I sure do. The problem with butter is that it is high in saturated fat, the kind that can make your LDL (Low Down and Lousy)-cholesterol go up and clog your arteries. I work with people diabetes to make simple swaps to reduce their saturated fat intake. According to the CDC, people with diabetes are twice as likely to have heart disease or stroke that someone without diabetes. Limiting saturated fat can help to protect against cardiovascular disease. I like Cheryl Strachan's recipe for Better Butter. It still has a buttery taste but is "cut" with a heart … [Read more...]
What You Need to Do Now That You Have Diabetes or Prediabetes
Are you confused about what you need to do now that you have diabetes or prediabetes? You may even feel overwhelmed that you have more to do in your day. Take a deep breath. You don't have to be perfect and do everything today. You can ease into it. But do pay attention and move forward. Here are a few things that can have a big impact and help you reach your goals. 1. Have a positive mindset. Did you know that getting diabetes or prediabetes is not your fault? It's not. Diabetes is genetic, even if you don't know anyone in your family with it. It runs in families and then something … [Read more...]
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