What do you do when your blood sugar runs high? Maybe you go for a walk or limit carbs at the next meal. But have you thought about drinking water? While sweet beverages contain sugar and can lead to spikes in blood sugar, water contains no calories, carbs, or sugar. But are there further benefits of…
If you have a picky eater at home, then these roll-up avocado pancakes are a must try! Not only are they incredibly easy to make, but they can be customized with almost any filling to make even the pickiest eater excited to dig in (and trust me, with a house filled with picky eaters, I…
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: Carrots are also…
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…