Going out to eat with diabetes can be stressful, especially if you are newly diagnosed and don’t know what’s “safe” to eat. Mila Clarke, aka the Hangry Woman, offers tips and advice on eating out while managing blood sugars with her FreeSytle Libre 2 CGM.
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Many common foods are good sources of nutrients to support your immune system. Here are tips on how to incorporate them into your diet.
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A new study identified that over half of U.S. adults living with diabetes consumed less than the recommended amount of protein, which may negatively impact glucose goals.
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Some people think “diet” automatically means “blech” when it comes to low calorie drinks, but we’ve come a long way since Tab and Fresca. Dr. E shares 10 diabetes-friendly beverages, from his favorite flavored water to the drink Dr. P drives miles for on the reg. Save your carbs for donuts, and sip on these instead!
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Dr. Edelman and Dietitian Adriana Valencia discussed heart-healthy and diabetes-friendly diets, sharing recipes and tips on which type of meal plans work best for people with diabetes.
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Managing diabetes is challenging, and if you’re from a different cultural background, that can add another layer of complexity. Dietitian and diabetes educator Lorena Drago offers ideas on incorporating cultural traditions and cuisine in diabetes management.
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If you live with type 1 and find yourself chasing rollercoaster blood sugars day after day, Dr. Jody Stanislaw (who lives with T1D herself) shares her approach to eating and meal planning that has worked well for her after 30 years of living with the condition.
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Trying to figure out how much insulin you need with each meal can be overwhelming, especially if you are newly diagnosed with diabetes or new to using insulin. Dr. Edelman shares his advice on figuring out your “insulin menu”.
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The BD™ Diabetes Care App offers educational support, nutritional resources, data logging, goal setting, and lots of other helpful diabetes management resources.
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Cold pizza, stale chips, Girl Scout cookies, Cheerios – nothing is off limits when a low blood sugar hits and you’re on a mission to feed it. Ginger Vieira shares three tips to help prevent and avoid the low blood sugar feeding frenzy (and ensuing blood sugar roller coaster).
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