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Kombucha: Is It a Healthy Drink for People with Diabetes?

Kombucha: Is It a Healthy Drink for People with Diabetes?

Kombucha is a fermented tea drink that contains gut-friendly bacteria or probiotics that may aid in digestion and boost the immune system. Kombucha hasn't been extensively studied in humans but lab tests indicate that it may have a positive impact on blood sugar.
October 05, 2017
Why Having a Good Gut Matters to Your Health

Why Having a Good Gut Matters to Your Health

Your microbiome—the community of bacteria that live in your intestinal tract—is especially important when you have diabetes because it not only affects your overall health but how your body responds to sugar.
September 28, 2017
Learn the reasons why gut bacteria is important health. A registered dietitian explains what the microbiome has to do with diabetes.
8 Great Breakfasts for Kids with Diabetes

8 Great Breakfasts for Kids with Diabetes

Research shows that eating a healthy breakfast may ensure better glucose control throughout the day and reduce the risk of developing serious diabetes complications later. Here are 8 expert-approved ways to get your kids to the table in the morning.
September 21, 2017
The 5 Best Supermarket Convenience Foods for Easy, Healthy Dinners

The 5 Best Supermarket Convenience Foods for Easy, Healthy Dinners

Prepared foods don’t always rank among the healthiest choices at the supermarket (think frozen pepperoni pizza). But there are some healthy short-cuts on the shelves. Here’s what you need to know before you head down the aisle.
September 13, 2017
From rotisserie chicken to quick-cook whole grains and healthy pasta alternatives, a registered dietitian tells you how to save time at the supermarket and in the kitchen using healthy short-cut foods.
Is a Vegetarian Diet Better for Diabetes?

Is a Vegetarian Diet Better for Diabetes?

Research suggests that well planned, vegetarian diets that are rich in whole grains, fiber, legumes, nuts, and unsaturated fats can help improve blood sugar and may even prevent diabetes. Here, a registered dietitian and type 1 tells you what you need to know.
September 07, 2017
Learn how a vegetarian diet can improve diabetes and how to safely follow one from a registered dietitian with type 1 diabetes.
How to Eat Healthy at 10 Top Fast-Food Chains

How to Eat Healthy at 10 Top Fast-Food Chains

Yes, it's possible to have nutritious meals (that won't send your blood sugar soaring) at many of today's fast-food restaurants. A registered dietitian tells you how.
August 30, 2017
A registered dietitian helps you make healthy choices at 10 top fast food chains.
How Low Can You Go? Expert Advice On the Keto and Other Low-Carb Diets and Diabetes

How Low Can You Go? Expert Advice On the Keto and Other Low-Carb Diets and Diabetes

Can blood sugar be better managed by following a ketogenic diet? An expert explains the benefits and the risks.
July 26, 2017
Keto diets may be trending as an "easy" way to lose weight fast. Learn what the research shows and why dietitians and other experts aren't big fans of low-carb eating.
How to Eat More Plants

How to Eat More Plants

Surprise! Eating a plant-based diet is about eating more food, not less! Here's a practical guide to help you start eating more plants today and a recipe for a hearty, healthy grain salad.
June 07, 2017
6 Delicious Diabetes-Friendly Smoothies

6 Delicious Diabetes-Friendly Smoothies

Not all smoothies are created equal, but these fit the bill when it comes to good nutritional balance. Check out these easy recipes and whip up some colorful nutrition you can drink today! Oh, and they won't cause your blood sugar to spike either.
May 26, 2017
Want to Lose Weight? Finding the Right Diet for Your Lifestyle is Key, Experts Say

Want to Lose Weight? Finding the Right Diet for Your Lifestyle is Key, Experts Say

If you want to lose weight, you're more likely to be successful if you select an eating plan that works with your lifestyle. Here, experts weigh in on three popular diets—Mediterranean, Vegetarian and Low Carb— and how to pick the right one for you.
May 25, 2017
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