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 […]
April 4, 2012
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 […]
April 3, 2012
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 […]
April 2, 2012
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 […]
April 1, 2012
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 […]
January 13, 2012
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 […]
January 11, 2012
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 […]
September 28, 2011
Have You Started To Feel Like You are on Trial?
I felt that way yesterday, and it made for a day of reflection about priorities and prejudices. Yesterday, I was called for jury duty. If you don’t know what that is, here is a reference. In our lifetimes, we have a lot of choices and experiences, and a lot of those shape the way that […]
July 20, 2011
What type of diet helps with heart disease and diabetes risk?
In a 1 year long study, it was determined that following a low carbohydrate Mediterranean diet reduces cardiovascular risk and improves diabetes control in overweight patients*. Weight reduction of any kind can help lower risk for diabetes and complications. Diabetes is very common in the US – about 5.1% in 2004. So, the question is […]
July 19, 2011
How Does Diabetes Affect My Heart?
In a person with diabetes or high blood sugar, it can be a problem to try to manage just your blood sugars, let alone the other risks and complications. Last week, I talked about how you can prevent high blood glucose becoming diabetes through diet control even before being diagnosed with diabetes. This week, I […]