Oh, the mighty cauliflower! Filled with vitamins C and K, this versatile vegetable is also a great source of folate (which supports cell growth) and heart-healthy fibre.
Nutrition Planning
Vitamin D deficiency and diabetes
Vitamin D is an important nutrient that your body needs to stay healthy. Some research suggests that vitamin D may also help prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes.
The importance of fat in your diet
Fats are an important component of your diet. The fats that you eat give your body the energy it needs to work properly. You also need fat to keep your skin and hair healthy, absorb vitamins and insulate your body to help keep you warm.
Detox diets and diabetes
A number of detoxification diets and regimens – sometimes called “detoxes” or “cleanses” – have been suggested as ways for you to remove toxins from your body, lose weight and promote good health.
Top Canadian-grown foods that are good for diabetes
Did you know that there is a plethora of Canadian-grown foods that can be an excellent part of your diabetes diet? Canada grows some 50 varieties of apples alone and produces some of the best sustainable fresh and frozen seafood products in North America.
5 top picks on the fast-food menu
For the most part, individuals with diabetes are advised to steer clear of fast-food. But lets face it, there are times when even the most motivated person is going to end up facing a fast-food menu. So what are the best choices when this happens?