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Member-Only Articles
Broccoli Tips and Tricks
Did you know that broccoli has only been grown in the US since 1925?
Whole Grains and Good Health
A recent study suggests that whole grains are not just beneficial in lowering blood sugar, they may also aid in cholesterol reduction and weight control...
Prediabetes: More Than a Blood Sugar Problem
While high blood sugar is an outward sign of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, it is not the only problem to treat with lifestyle changes and medications With higher-than-average risks for developing other health problems, careful attention must be paid to preventing heart disease, stroke and some cancers.
A Closer Look at the Health Benefits of Cherry Juice
Research into the specific health benefits of cherries and cherry juice shows that they help promote health by reducing or preventing oxidative stress and inflammation...
Biometric Makeover - Blood Glucose
Fiber: It’s Time to Double Up
Should You Snack When You Have Diabetes?
Though many people think that snacking frequently is good for blood sugar control, weight management, and overall health, researchers have never identified an ideal pattern of eating frequency. In fact, there are several reasons that you may want to cut back on snacking…
New Sweetener Chart!
You ask, we deliver! Check out this fantastic new guide to sweeteners -- it's got absolutely everything you need to know!
Sneak Peek: New PowerPoint Library for Gold Members
Today I want to take a sneak peek into the members-only PowerPoint library with a closer look at building a healthful eating pattern for people with type 2 diabetes...
Prediabetes: Time to Find Out if You Have It
Could you have prediabetes? It may be more likely than you realize.
Understanding Carbohydrate Counting
Carbohydrate counting is a handy tool to help you plan meals and keep your blood glucose numbers within a healthy range each day...
Nutrition 101: Fiber
Dietary fiber is a type of carbohydrate that is not digestible by the body. Although it’s not digested, it has a number of jobs in our body...
The Health Impact of Drinking Juice
How do you feel about orange juice and other 100% juice beverages? Whether you're all for them or totally against them or somewhere in between here's another perspective to consider, from James J. Kenney, PhD, FACN...
5 Foods People with Diabetes Shouldn't Fear
Diabetes shouldn’t have you fearing your food! Too many people give up delicious, nutritious foods because they have some vague idea that blood sugars go wonky when they eat certain things. Have no fear! While it’s a good idea to limit baked goods and greasy fast food, you can nearly always find room for nutrient-dense foods like these.
Eat More Fruits and Veggies with Smoothies
From kids to kids at heart, everyone can enjoy a delicious and nutritious smoothie to increase their fruit and vegetable consumption.
What You Need to Know About Sugar
There is a difference between natural and refined sugar. Reducing your consumption of added sugar can be done by making small changes; choosing unsweetened beverages like water and teas in place of sweetened beverages, and reading food labels in order to determine the amount of added sugars in your foods is a good start.
Happy Health Education Week!
Happy Health Education Week! Here are some of the top health education resources that my team and I have created over the years. Since we're here to help you look your very best, right now, I thought I would collect our favorite posts on popular health topics and share them in one handy place! So here you go -- our top blog posts about heart health, diabetes, cancer, nutrition, and physical activity. Which ones will make your life easier?
Diabetes and Your Heart
If you are like many people with diabetes, you put a lot of effort into controlling your blood sugar numbers. You watch what you eat, prick your fingers, take your medications and more! But many people with diabetes forget that there are other health numbers that are just as important as blood sugar. These numbers are the ones that deal with the health of your heart...
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