Confused about the best foods to feed your baby? You aren’t alone. Even as a dietitian, I found starting solids with my little ones to be overwhelming at times. Which is why I wanted to share one of my favorite first foods with you – muskmelon! You might not have considered it before, but muskmelon […]
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Is Pumpkin Good for Diabetes?
Everywhere you look there is pumpkin something staring back at you right now. But if you are working to manage your blood sugar, you are probably wondering ‘is pumpkin good for diabetes?’ Don’t worry… I am here to share everything you need to know about pumpkin and blood sugar. If you are a pumpkin fan, […]
Is Muskmelon Good For Diabetes?
All of those sweet juicy melons at the grocery store might have you asking “is muskmelon good for diabetes?” You aren’t alone! There’s a lot of confusion with sweet fruits and blood sugar management, and I’m here to set the record straight. Whether you’ve been newly diagnosed with diabetes or have had diabetes for some […]
The Truth About Apples and Diabetes: What You Need to Know
You’ve heard ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away’, but what if you have diabetes? Do apples and diabetes mix? I’m diving into the research so that you can feel confident eating apples on a diabetic diet. There’s just something about a juicy, crispy apple that’s irresistible, but should you be resisting it if […]
Celery Juice Benefits: Fact vs Fiction
If you spend any time on social media, you’ve probably seen someone raving about celery juice benefits. Many claim that it’s a miracle drink or a ‘cure-all’ for many health conditions, but what does the science say? Should we really all be guzzling down cup after cup of green juice each day or is this […]
The Boiled Egg Diet: Does It Actually Work?
Another day, another fad weight loss diet… Doesn’t it seem like there is a new trendy “must-try” diet everywhere you look? Well here’s another one… have you heard about the newest trend: the boiled egg diet? Are eggs really the secret to weight loss? Let’s get down to the science and dive into how this […]
Protein Coffee 101: All About the ‘Proffee’ Trend
Protein coffee, or proffee, is a hot trend right now, but is adding protein to your coffee really beneficial? Let’s take a look at what it is, how to make it, and whether or not protein coffee is beneficial to your health (especially when it comes to managing blood sugar). What is protein coffee or […]
The Easiest Keto Milkshake [Chocolate Peanut Butter & Plant-Based]
Love a thick, creamy milkshake but afraid it will spike your blood sugar? Think again! This six ingredient, plant-based keto milkshake can be made in under 5 minutes and contains 90% fewer carbs than a traditional milkshake…while tasting just as good. Plus you most likely have everything in the house already to make it right […]
Do you really need to avoid dairy?
Love milk, but don’t love how you feel after drinking it? It happens. For many people, dairy can cause mild stomach discomfort. And lactose is often blamed, but it isn’t necessarily the true culprit. In fact, you may be able to pour a cold glass of refreshing milk once again – and feel great after […]
Caffeine and Blood Sugar: What You Should Know for Type 2 Diabetes
Wondering if you can enjoy your cup of coffee if you have diabetes? Read on to find out how caffeine impacts blood sugar with type 2 diabetes. Whether you’re a morning coffee or afternoon tea drinker (or both!), you’ve probably heard something about the health impacts of caffeine… This can be especially confusing since the […]