Diabetes Diet & Nutrition Articles

The holidays can feel tricky when you’re living with diabetes. To-do lists are longer. Stress levels are higher. And traditional meals aren’t the easiest on blood glucose (blood sugar). These expert-backed tips will help you celebrate the season without losing sight of your health goals. Embrace Balance It’s easy to take on an all-or-nothing mindset […]

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is one of the most dangerous complications for people with diabetes. In fact, CVD is the leading cause of death in people living with diabetes, resulting in two thirds of deaths in people with type 2 diabetes. And on top of that, people with diabetes are twice as likely to have heart […]

Is time one of your biggest challenges? Set yourself up for success with strategies and stress-free meal ideas to get dinner on the table quickly with these three tips. Every March is National Nutrition Month®. It’s about taking the time to appreciate the social experiences that food and nutrition can add to our lives. For […]

Whether you have diabetes, prediabetes, or just want to be more mindful of how much sugar you eat, the evidence is clear: too many sugars may mean trouble for your health.  Here’s what the science says, why it matters, and some simple steps you can take to help get your calories under control.    Sugar and Your Health A major […]

Saving leftovers is a great way to get more meals out of less cooking. But eating the same meal two or more days in a row can get boring! Shake things up by repurposing your leftovers instead of just reheating them. Try these “Double Up” recipes—make extra one night, and repurpose it in a whole […]

Snacks can serve a lot of purposes—tiding you over between meals, preventing hypoglycemia, helping you recover from a workout and more. Whatever the reason for your snack, we’ve got 25 simple ideas to help you make healthy choices. Related: To snack or not to snack? Read our article on healthy snacking, and whether or not snacking […]

Are you looking for new ideas on how to add more fruits and veggies to your meals to boost their flavor, nutrients, and blood glucose (blood sugar) management benefits? Here are 20 simple ones you can start trying right away, plus tips for buying produce and a breakdown of the different types!   Buying Produce  The […]

Whether you are someone who loves going to the grocery store or someone who dreads another store trip, navigating the grocery store aisles and safely managing your food at home plays a crucial role in your diabetes management journey. There are savvy ways to make the most out of your food shopping trips that can […]

Pumpkin spice usually takes the spotlight when the weather starts to cool, but fall also ushers in apple season! You’ll find tons of varieties in the store right now, and maybe you’ll even have the chance to go apple picking. We’ve collected our favorite fall apple recipes for any time of day (not just dessert!) […]