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Recent Expert Blogs
Good and ‘not-so-good’ fats for people with diabetes
When thinking about diabetes management and healthy eating, carbohydrates get all the attention. Fat, however, is also important for people with diabetes. In order to understand how fat fits into a healthy eating plan, it is important to understand the different types of fat and their effects on our body.
Diabetes and the highs and lows of thyroid disease
The thyroid is a clever little butterfly-shaped gland that lies at the base of your windpipe, above the ‘notch’ at the top of your chest bone. People with diabetes have a higher risk of thyroid disease. Read this expert blog to learn about the diagnosis and management of thyroid disease.
What are the medication options for type 2 diabetes?
Diabetes management has shifted away from a “one size fits all” model to a more individualized approach for each patient. Several important considerations including efficacy, cost, adverse effects, and potential benefits relevant to each patients’ needs will be examined throughout this blog.
Navigating the grocery store: the pasta aisle
Pasta is a kitchen pantry staple. It’s inexpensive, versatile, requires little cooking expertise and it’s delicious. Read on to get 7 tips about choosing and using pasta for your diabetes diet.
Navigating the grocery store for snacks
Snacks can be part of a diabetes diet. The important thing is to choose healthier options – such as those with lower levels of carbohydrate, fat and sodium – and check your portion size. Read this expert blog to learn about navigating the grocery store for snacks.
