Healthy eating and diabetes
Healthy eating is an important part of diabetes management regardless of the type of diabetes you live with. Knowing what and how much to eat will help you keep your blood sugar levels stable and within your target range as well as provide you with the energy and nutrients your body needs. And, we are here to help!
Healthy eating and diabetes: your path to better management
Even if you’re taking diabetes medications, your diabetes can be better managed with healthy eating. Get advice on how to enjoy a variety of delicious, good-for-you foods each day.
Planning healthy meals
With a little know-how and advance planning, you can create nutritious meals. Get started with these helpful tips.
Carb counting for blood sugar control
Given that foods containing carbohydrates (carbs) raise your blood sugar levels the most, it makes sense to learn how to count them to help keep your levels in check.
Understanding the glycemic index (GI)
The GI is a scale out of 100 that ranks a carbohydrate-containing food or beverage by how much it raises your blood sugar levels after you eat or drink it. Armed with this info, you can choose lower glycemic index (GI) foods and drinks more often.
Sugars and sweeteners: what you need to know
Both naturally occurring and added sugars can raise your blood sugar. However, most natural sugars are found in foods that contain fibre and/or protein which helps lower your blood sugar while added options increase it more rapidly. Get the scoop now.
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