Updated on May 5, 2022
It’s no secret that we have an added sugars problem in the U.S. In fact, the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee – the group responsible for providing input and recommendations that helps to shape the Dietary Guidelines for Americans – recently reported that the average American gets about 13% of their total daily calories from added sugars.
Updated on May 5, 2022
Snacks can be an important part of a person’s day, especially for a person with diabetes. Skipping or delaying meals can lead to blood sugar crashes or even blood sugar spikes! Spikes can occur because a person with diabetes may overeat after having a low blood sugar or their body simply wants them to compensate… Read More
Updated on May 5, 2022
Breakfast is the most frequently skipped meal of the day, and it gets skipped for a lot of reasons. Learn the benefits of a healthy breakfast.
Updated on May 5, 2022
Although the majority of people diagnosed with diabetes are adults, the disease is increasing in children at an alarming rate. About 210,000 of the 26 million people diagnosed with diabetes are 20 years or younger. These diagnoses include Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes — but obesity-related Type 2 is becoming more common in children.
Updated on May 5, 2022
Learn about the 6 functions of water, how much water you should drink, and ways to drink more water.
Updated on May 5, 2022
It’s a known fact that Americans are consuming more added sugars every day than recommended for health. According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, no more than 10% of ones’ daily total calories should be added sugars; in other words, for a 2,000-calorie diet, that would equate to roughly four tablespoons per day. The American Heart Association takes this even further by suggesting no more than three tablespoons for men and two tablespoons per day for women. So, what can we do?
Updated on May 5, 2022
A key benefit to diabetes nutrition shakes is that they can serve as meal or snack replacements. A diabetes nutrition shake with the right blend of nutrients can help keep blood sugars stable and thereby help prevent hypoglycemia. So how do I choose a good diabetes nutrition shake?
Updated on May 5, 2022
Scientific research confirms the safety of Splenda, and specifically the safety of sucralose, the sweetener in the original Splenda Sweeteners.
Updated on April 29, 2022
These high scoring game-day foods can become some of the more popular football party food items you offer to your fellow football fans.
