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Eating healthy to prevent diabetes complications

July 25, 2022 by Joanne Lewis

Having diabetes can mean having a greater risk for heart disease and high blood pressure, kidney disease, eye problems and nerve damage than people without diabetes.

Learn about the impact of food on your blood glucose levels

October 28, 2021 by Diabetes Care

Learn about the impact of food on your blood glucose levels with our educational kit including a video, five menu plans and a monitoring log brought to you by Contour and Diabetes Care Community.

Apple cider vinegar to the rescue?

October 14, 2020 by Diabetes Care

Apple cider vinegar has been getting a lot of press for its purported health-boosting qualities. But before you add it to your diabetes diet, here’s the low-down on its benefits and risks.

EXPERTS ANSWER COVID-19 QUESTIONS: Healthy Lifestyle Habits

July 28, 2020 by Diabetes Care

In this last of a four-part series, nurse and Certified Diabetes Educator, Gail MacNeill, discusses healthy lifestyle habits during COVID-19 with registered dietitian, Lauren Rose. Here are their insights.

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.

Are lemons good for diabetes?

There’s good reason the early explorers used to pack lemons on lengthy voyages to prevent and treat diseases. High in vitamin C, fibre and other nutrients, lemons provide essential health benefits, whether you have diabetes or not. Here’s a look at the health perks of lemons and some inspiration on how to add more of them to your diabetes diet.

In praise of swimming

Swimming is an aerobic exercise, which involves continuous, rhythmic movements of large muscle groups. Read on to learn about 7 benefits of swimming for people with diabetes.

Bill C-19 and type 1 diabetes tax credits

Bill C-19 is an act of legislation that includes changes to the Canadian disability tax credit. Passed by the Parliament of Canada in June 2022, Bill C-19 stipulates that people who have type 1 diabetes automatically qualify for the disability tax credit.

Best Canadian ice cream and alternatives for diabetes

People with diabetes can enjoy a variety of foods. A balanced and varied diet is one of the cornerstones of diabetes management. So when it comes to sweet treats, such as ice cream, it’s all a matter of choosing wisely and eating in moderation.

Eating healthy to prevent diabetes complications

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The prevention of diabetes complications involves controlling blood sugar levels. Eating healthy to prevent diabetes complications is also recommended

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10 fruits and vegetables for diabetes diet - Diabetes Care Community

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Curious about the best fruits and vegetables to eat when you have diabetes? Here are 10 fruits and vegetables for diabetes that are ideal because they pack a slew of health benefits, while helping to ...

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