What do whole grains do for a type 2 diabetes diet?

Today I read about how ConAgra is applying to the FDA to use a claim on their whole grain foods.   I read about it here: https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Regulation/ConAgra-to-FDA-There-is-ample-evidence-to-support-qualified-health-claim-on-whole-grains-and-type-II-diabetes And I am in support of this type of claim, because I truly believe that if we can give people more evidence based information at the point of […]

Using Specially Made “Free” Labeled Foods Is Not Always The Best Idea

I am going to rant a bit about the “free” foods that you and I see everywhere. The abundance of these types of food is what is partially responsible for our current epidemic of obesity.  Yes, I know that you and I eating these foods is really what causes the problem, but the perception is […]

A Carbohydrate Controlled Diet is a Valuable Part of your Diabetes Meal Plan

What is a carbohydrate controlled diet?  Is it like a low sugar diet?  Nope, it’s a more liberalized version of the diabetic diet.  And I like it, don’t get me wrong.  But I also realize it has its limitations. When you are thinking about a carbohydrate controlled diet, you are probably thinking about how you […]

Why Do I Need A Diabetic Diet Meal Plan?

Today I saw a few ads on line about how you can improve your diet through not eating this or through eating a lot of a certain type of food and it makes me wonder – What type of diabetic diet meal plan really works for people? There are certainly enough prescription drugs out there […]

Meal Plans Make Diabetes Easier

You may wonder what the purpose of a meal plan would be in regards to diabetes?  Or maybe you know and you don’t follow one.  I am here to tell you that it’s not an optional thing, at least as far as the beginning stages of diabetes.  When you first develop diabetes, you need a […]

A Diabetes Meal Plan Should Include Eggs

A Diabetes Meal Plan Needs Foods Low in Carbohydrate One of the best foods that you can have in a diabetes meal plan is an egg.  Why?  I heard eggs are bad for your heart… Well, the amount of cholesterol in an egg is higher than most people should eat in one setting.  But the […]

A Type 2 Diabetes Diet And Carbohydrates

Why Do You Care About What Type of Carbohydrate You Eat on a Type 2 Diabetes Diet?   You may be wondering what it is about type 2 diabetes diet that is different from other types of diabetes?  Ultimately you are interested in blood sugar control just like every other type of diabetes diet. As […]

What is a NCS (No Concentrated Sweets) Diet?

NCS No Concentrated Sweets Diet, what is that? A diet that is sometimes prescribed in a hospital by your doctor is an NCS diet.  That means, no concentrated sweets diet – or more generally – no simple sugars. This diet provides complex carbohydrates without limitations or restrictions, and is not really a diabetic diet.  You […]

Almonds Are A Perfect Snack for Heart Healthy And Diabetic Diets

Almonds are one of the best snack foods around.  They are tasty, filling and supply you with an optimal mix of health boosting nutrients.  So instead of munching on unhealthy snacks why not give almonds a try?  You will feel more alert, have more energy and enjoy the day a whole lot more. In this […]

Uncontrolled Gestational Diabetes Puts Your Newborn Infant At Risk

We all know that gestational diabetes is hard to manage with all the things that you as a new mom-to-be (or mom already) have to juggle.  But this makes it even more important to try to do the right thing as far as controlling your blood sugars with a gestational diabetes meal plan. You see, […]