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As a type 2 diabetic, you need to change your eating plan to improve both your food intake and your blood sugar levels. One food you should eat regularly is fish. Fish is high in protein, rich in nutrients and, depending on the variety, also provides the essential omega fats your body needs to function. […]
In Sanskrit, Ayur means life and Veda means knowledge or science… Ayurveda or knowledge of life is a natural healing system that originated in India about five millennia ago. Ayurvedic medicine is still widely practiced in India and there are Ayurvedic clinics in most countries around the world. Some conventional or Western medical practitioners consider […]
Diabetes is a leading cause of blindness in the United States. It is estimated that more than 14 million Americans have some form of diabetes. Public health officials expect that by 2050 there will be more than 48 million diagnosed cases in the United States. Diabetes is caused when the pancreas either does not produce […]
Shrimp are one of the best foods a diabetic can take. Here are some of the main reasons: Shrimp have LOTS of omega-3 (omega-3 fatty acids) and this is extremely important for diabetics Diabetics have damaged cell membranes. They’re “insulin resistant,” meaning they don’t respond normally to insulin when it signals the cell to take […]
If you already have diabetes, losing 10 to 15 pounds can help you lower your blood sugar and blood pressure and improve your blood lipids. Losing weight can also help you reduce some of the medications you take. If you are at risk for type 2 diabetes, even a small weight loss can potentially prevent […]
It’s incredibly important for diabetics to ensure they eat a healthy, balanced diet, which can actually be a big part of managing diabetes, as well as many other health problems, such as cancer, high blood pressure and heart disease. There are different types of diabetes, and each has different nutritional needs. For example, people with […]
The life of a diabetic can be tough on their diet. If a person has diabetes, it is important that they are aware of the link between carbohydrate consumption and diabetes management. Once carbohydrates are synthesized by the digestive system, they become sugar and directly affect blood sugar levels. A diabetic’s diet must maintain a […]