Insulin was first discovered in 1921. Since then, medical and technological advancements have made it even more effective for people with diabetes. Read this expert blog to learn about insulin improvements over the years.
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Diabetes and eggs
Science has gone back and forth on the issue of eggs for a few decades; one minute, we’re told that eggs are not good for us, the next it seems the opposite. So, what does the current scientific evidence say about eggs?
Benefits of canola oil
The Canadian Diabetes Association clinical practice guidelines recommend that, when consuming fats, people with diabetes should choose those that are rich in monounsaturated fatty acids (for example, canola oil or olive oil) instead of saturated or trans fats.
Simple tips to make your pizza healthier
Who doesn’t love a delicious pizza once in a while. But with diabetes, the kind of pizza you eat can make all the difference in preventing a blood sugar spike and subsequent crash that will leave you regretting your meal choice.
You can eat very well using the plate method
Learn how to use the plate method to make meal planning with diabetes easy and help loved ones reach their blood glucose level targets.
How do I know if I have prediabetes?
When you have prediabetes, you’re at much greater risk of getting type 2 diabetes too, along with other diabetes-related health conditions such as heart disease and stroke.