Most people with diabetes are familiar with the glycemic index (GI), which helps you determine which foods may cause your blood sugar to rise after eating. However, the glycemic load (GL) of food is equally important.
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Exercise with joint pain or leg pain
If you have chronic joint or leg pain, you don’t have to stop exercising altogether. Read this article to learn about the benefits of exercise with joint pain or leg pain.
What is medical nutrition therapy?
Medical nutrition therapy (MNT) is a more comprehensive approach than general nutrition information; it is designed to help a person successfully manage a chronic condition while meeting their nutritional needs.
Quick kitchen tips and tricks to help you prepare healthy meals
Maintaining a diabetes-friendly diet is crucial for managing blood sugar levels and promoting overall health.
The FITT rule of physical activity
The diabetes team has explained why regular physical activity is going to be a must in the diabetes management plan. You’ve got the message – but now what?
Going gluten-free with a diabetes diet
Do you know an individual with type 1 diabetes who also has celiac disease? This is an increasingly common scenario. The only treatment for celiac disease is to follow a gluten-free diet.