Embrace the Taste of Eating this Summer!
by DiabetesCare.net | Jul 6, 2015 | Food
Homegrown vegetables, local fruit, and grilling meat are welcomed favorites for most of us each summer. At the same time we spend more time outdoors gardening, beachcombing, swimming, camping, and more. Summer plans may also include picnics, wedding feasts, and family reunions with lots of family favorites meaning food and more food. Enjoying summer while...
Planning a Healthy Family Feast
by DiabetesCare.net | Jul 3, 2015 | Food
Another holiday is fast approaching, and of course it is a time for gathering the family together for that special celebration, which usually centers around your traditional favorite foods. In an effort to make the occasion extra nice for all, a variety of dishes are prepared which may lead to a feast of unimaginable proportions. And don’t let there be a...
Can You Healthfully Eat “Low-Carb”?
by DiabetesCare.net | Jun 24, 2015 | Food
As discussed in my previous posting, the term “low-carb” means different things to different people. However, as a dietitian, I am always asked, “can you eat healthy and low-carb?” I certainly think you can, but you need to be very clear on what low-carb means to you versus what it means to others. As in the previous definition, I do not consider eating...
How Glycemic Index Can Complement Your Meal Planning
by DiabetesCare.net | Jun 19, 2015 | Food
Glycemic index (GI) is a measure of how fast a carbohydrate-containing food raises blood glucose levels. Carbohydrates are ranked as high, medium, or low GI. This ranking is based on a comparison of the food to a reference amount of white bread or glucose. Below are some foods with GI ranges to give you a better idea of the concept. Low GI (55 or less):...
Exploring the Best Fruits for Blood Sugar Control
by DiabetesCare.net | Jun 15, 2015 | Food
Fruits and vegetables are some of the healthiest foods that can be eaten. In the Choose MyPlate Food Guide that depicts the recommendations of the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (1), it is suggested that at least half your plate should be made up of fruits and vegetables. And, in the DASH Diet Plan, people are encouraged to consume as many as 7-9...
