By Morgan Rettig Clinical Nutritionist Educator With 2020 just around the corner, many of us will be making resolutions and setting goals for the coming year. Resolutions related to health improvements are often at the top of the list with popular picks including losing weight, eating better and exercising more. Unfortunately, only about 8 percent […]
If you have diabetes or are prediabetic, eating a nutritious diet is crucial to regulating blood sugar levels. Yet, managing carbohydrates can be challenging. Here are some carb-friendly tips and ideas for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Befriend Carbs In proper quantities, carbohydrates themselves aren’t bad, said Stacy Eilers, RDN, LDN, Clinical Nutritionist Educator at Mission […]
By Stacy Eilers Clinical Nutritionist Educator, Mission Diabetes Center The holidays are traditionally a time to enjoy family, friends and food. Unfortunately, we have a habit of focusing too much on the food part, and Americans gain about one to two pounds during the season. That may not seem like much, but research shows that […]
“People with diabetes are at higher risk of heart disease as a result of insulin resistance and high blood sugar, both of which are damaging to blood vessels,” said Autumn Carroll, clinical pharmacist and diabetes educator at Mission Health. “This damage to blood vessels can happen in any area of the body, but when it […]
Whether it’s a special occasion or a weeknight with no time to cook, going out for a meal is something to look forward to — but it can be a challenge if you have diabetes. With diet restrictions and blood sugar issues, eating out can feel like an obstacle course in temptation. Here are some […]
By Jaime Taylor Late last year, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) issued new exercise guidelines for people diagnosed with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. “New ADA recommendations are safe and excellent guidelines for diabetes patients to follow when regulating blood sugar in addition to previously recommended regular exercise and diet management,” said Whitney Garren, […]
Most of us who struggle with weight issues or the concept of healthy eating know that the majority of the battle takes place in the mind. During the holiday season there is so much mental and emotional pressure centered around meals and social eating that we often give in and eat far more than we […]
In fall 2013, Michael Pritchard suddenly began feeling exhausted just a few hours into his workday at Biltmore Forest Country Club, where he is Director of Tennis. It was a startling change for the trim, physically active Pritchard, a former high school All-American who had battled his way to the NCAA finals as a college […]
By Jaime Taylor This week, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) issued new exercise guidelines for people diagnosed with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. This is the first time the ADA has issued independent guidelines for all Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes patients. The new guidelines call for 3 or more minutes of light […]
By Morgan Rettig, MHS, RDN, LDN Cooking for a person with diabetes is really the same as cooking for the whole family, focusing on well-balanced meals. 1 – Retire the Deep-fryer Limit saturated fat intake. For a 2,000-calorie diet, this should be about 16 grams of saturated fat per day. Avoid frying foods and choose […]
