November is National Diabetes Month

November is National Diabetes Month

As has been the case since 1975, this month is National Diabetes Month which is, and has been, used to raise national awareness regarding the disease. In case you didn’t know, there are two types of diabetes, simply known as type 1 and type 2 

November is (Pre)Diabetes Awareness Month

November is (Pre)Diabetes Awareness Month

The American Diabetes Association actually refers to November as “just” Diabetes Awareness Month. However, I decided, in my omnipotence, to focus on prediabetes as one is still able to revert back to no-diabetes status with a little commitment and hard work. In other words, being 

Meal Planning for Diabetics

Meal Planning for Diabetics

Everyone, not just diabetics, should create some sort of meal plan.  However, for diabetics, meal planning is crucial for controlling blood sugar levels and, therefore, their overall health and quality of life.  And no, meal planning does not require a great deal of time.  In 

Exercise Tips for Type 2 Diabetics

Exercise Tips for Type 2 Diabetics

Chances are, if you’ve developed type 2 diabetes, you’re overweight, and that’s OK…stuff happens.  However, now that “stuff” has happened, you’re forced to deal with your type 2 diabetes and regular exercise is an essential part of your treatment. There is no cure for type 

Seven Superfoods for Diabetics

Seven Superfoods for Diabetics

Let’s begin with the obvious question: what the hell is a “superfood?”  The Oxford English dictionary defines it this way: A nutrient rich food considered to be especially beneficial for health and well-being.  And for those of you who don’t know, diabetes is a disease 

Picky, Picky, Picky

Picky, Picky, Picky

Picky eaters…we all have either been one, will be one, or know someone who is currently picky about what they eat. There are so many different factors that make people picky eaters. They could have started life just not liking the flavor of much, maybe 

Diabetic Diet Ideal for All

Diabetic Diet Ideal for All

For the 21 million Americans with diabetes, losing and/or maintaining weight is of critical importance in order to avoid complications caused by the disease.  Most of them manage their weight through exercise and diet…and by diet I don’t necessarily mean being “on” a diet, because 

15 Facts on Type 2 Diabetes

15 Facts on Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 Diabetes is a well-known, potentially life-long disease. It seems to be more prevalent now than it ever has before. The good thing is you can control it by monitoring and adjusting your diet and exercise habits. If these things just don’t work for 

Diabetic Meal Plans Delivered- It’s Time to Get Back on Track, and We Can Help!

Diabetic Meal Plans Delivered- It’s Time to Get Back on Track, and We Can Help!

To all our diabetic friends, those at risk for diabetes, and those on a low sodium diet: the holidays, with their associated over-indulgence, are now officially over! No longer, at least until next Thanksgiving, can you use them as an excuse to fall off the 

Six Tips for Diabetics During the Holidays

Six Tips for Diabetics During the Holidays

You already know it’s important to watch what you eat to help keep your blood sugar under control. And you do a pretty good job making smart food choices most of the time. But when you’re staring down a selection of delectable desserts, or get