Oh sushi, that delicious combination of fresh seafood, vegetables—and carb-heavy rice! But don’t let the carbs deter you from enjoying sushi when you have diabetes.
Nutrition Planning
Why fish should be on your menu
Eating fish regularly is a good idea for everyone, but it’s especially beneficial for people with diabetes. Fish and shellfish contain many important nutrients and they’re also beneficial for heart health and blood sugar control.
All things coconut and diabetes
Aside from conjuring up images of tropical islands, the coconut is a very versatile food. Coconut water, coconut milk, coconut oil, coconut flour and coconut sugar are all derived from the coconut.
Top 10 Canadian vegetables for your diabetes diet
We’ve heard about the importance of eating vegetables as part of a healthy diet. But did you know there are some key Canadian-grown vegetables that are particularly beneficial when you have diabetes?
7 best bedtime snacks for keeping blood sugar stable overnight
If you have diabetes, you might benefit from a bedtime snack. However, there are some things to consider first, including whether your blood sugar rises or falls during the night, and what type of snacks are helpful for keeping blood sugar stable overnight.
Protein Power
Eating foods that contain protein is a key part of a healthy diet. Protein is an essential nutrient that helps to build, maintain and repair your tissues and organs. When you have diabetes, it is important to choose carefully the types of proteins you eat as some are better for you than others.
