A handful or my followers know that I type 1 diabetes and celiac disease. It is not something out of the odds to have celiac disease and also type 2 diabetes all at the same time. It is so unfortunate that people who have celiac disease are not supposed to eat rye, wheat or even … Read more
It is impossible to ignore the nutrition benefits of consuming proteins to our bodies. Fish is a great source of vitamin D, omega 3, proteins and being particularly helpful to bone formation and nerves and the eyes. There is always a negative side to a good story. Some people have associated fish consumption with the … Read more
With just 176 calories, no saturated fats and 2.5 grams of fiber in a small oat bran bagel, this healthy for you as a diabetic or non diabetic. However, it is recommended that you consume whole grain bagels and not ones that have been artificially processed. Bagel being starch it should be taken together with … Read more
A few years back it was a taboo for a person with diabetes to consume sweets or even consuming too much fat. The truth is, with further research underway, it was found that this restriction is actually not a necessity when maintaining controlled blood glucose levels. According to American Diabetes Association, there is no point … Read more
In a recent study by a certain university in Sweden, it was found that it is actually safe for a diabetic to consume barley. This is due to the fact that barely plays a major role in maintaining controlled blood glucose levels is essential for people for people living with type two diabetes. Barley is … Read more
Exercise regularly How often do you exercise? Well, if you are like the majority of the Americans most likely your answer will be no. The same is true even to people living with diabetes. If studies are anything to go by then only 39 percent of people who have type 2 diabetes get enough exercise, … Read more
Green beans being low in carbs are widely accepted worldwide vegetable probably due to the fact that they are starch free. Green beans belong to the same family as other starchy beans. However, unlike the other beans, green beans are harvested before the starch starts to form. This means that on consuming these beans you … Read more
To most people living with diabetes eating bananas are always viewed as risky and a NO, NO! However, the truth is, it is safe to eat bananas a diabetic as long as you proceed in moderation. On eat a reasonable portion and not bunches. Almost everyone reading this article has eaten a banana at least … Read more
There are a lot of myths and misconception spread around on whether you can use other sweetening agents to replace white sugar. The truth is, as a diabetic it is not advisable that you replace white sugar with jaggery. In a logical sense, both jaggery and white sugar are derived from the same source. Against … Read more
Bitter melon happens to be one among a few fruits which have a wide variety of name all over the globe. These names are ampalaya, balsam apple, karela, bitter gourd and African cucumber. The botanical name of bitter melon is Momordica charantia and belongs to the same family as zucchini, pumpkin and acorn squash. Naturally, … Read more