If you have diabetes, you’ve probably been told to reduce your fat intake to help you to improve your health. But does that mean you have to avoid all sources of fats? And what about the so-called “healthy fats” like olive oil? This article will dive into the science of the nutrition and health impacts…
If you want to reduce your sugar intake without compromising on the sweet things in life, you have probably considered trying sweeteners like erythritol or xylitol. Both are popular sugar substitutes, but is one of them better or healthier than the other? This article dives into the nitty-gritty of what these sweeteners are, their pros…
Honey and maple syrup are often touted to be healthier than table sugar and other sweeteners because they are natural and have been consumed for centuries…. But when comparing honey vs maple syrup, does one of these sweet syrups come out on top in terms of health? Let’s find out! What is honey? Honey is…
If you’ve been looking for natural ways to lower your blood sugar, you may have come across cinnamon. Does cinnamon really lower blood sugar, or is it just another gimmick? I dove into the science for you, so that you can make a smart decision on using cinnamon as a tool for blood sugar management….
Have you been trying to reduce your sugar intake, but feel overwhelmed by the number of sweetener options? Erythritol and stevia are two of the most popular sugar free sweeteners on the market, but is one of them better than the other for blood sugar control and diabetes? This article will walk you through everything…
Carrots have a bad rep as a high carb vegetable, but is that really true? Can you eat carrots without spiking blood sugar? Read on to find out! How many carbs are in carrots? Let’s take a quick look at the overall nutrition of carrots… One cup of chopped raw carrots provides: 50 calories 0.3…
Have you just been told you have prediabetes? Don’t panic. Read on to find out everything you need to know about managing this condition. Hearing the words ‘you have prediabetes’ can be scary. You might start wondering what does that mean? Do I have diabetes already? Am I destined to develop type 2 diabetes? Do…
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Looking for an easy low carb pumpkin muffin recipe that contains no added sugar and can be made in under 30 minutes? Then this recipe is exactly what you need! Sugar-free, gluten-free, and blood sugar-friendly, these muffins are everything a pumpkin-lover could ever want! Disclaimer: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. As an affiliate, I…
We all know how important blood sugar regulation is when you have type 2 diabetes… For people with diabetes, the terms glycemic index and glycemic load are probably pretty familiar. However, there is often some confusion about the difference between glycemic load vs index and how each of these measures comes into play for diabetes…
Have you ever asked ‘why is blood sugar high in the morning?’ You aren’t alone. This is a common concern for many people with diabetes and there is something you can do about it. Does this sound familiar: You test your blood sugar before bed and it’s in range. But when you wake up and…