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Almond Milk for Diabetes: Should You Make the Switch?

A variety of different types of plant-based milks have been gaining popularity as a dairy alternative in recent years.  Chances are, you have walked through the milk aisle at the grocery store and seen many options you have never known existed before.   One of the most popular plant-based milks is almond milk.  You can purchase […]

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High Fiber Drinks: Sip Your Way to Better Health

You have probably heard that fiber is essential for MANY reasons, but it’s especially crucial when you have diabetes or prediabetes. Fiber helps slow how quickly carbohydrates get into your bloodstream, preventing those rapid spikes in blood sugar that leave you feeling sluggish and impact long-term health.  Beyond blood sugar, fiber is also a key

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Quest Bar Review: Honest Thoughts from a Diabetes Dietitian

It’s no secret that Quest Bars have taken the protein bar world by storm in recent years. With their high protein stats, low sugar content, and delicious flavor options, they seem like the perfect on-the-go snack. But when you’re managing diabetes, things can be a little more complicated. Even things that appear to be “healthy”

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Is Gluten-Free Low Carb: Breaking Down Myths Around Gluten-Free Diets 

Are Gluten-Free diets healthy or just a fad?  Is there a reason why you should consider going gluten-free?  Is gluten-free low-carb? We get these questions all the time from our clients, so if you are confused about what “gluten-free” means and what it has to do with carbs, you are not alone. In this blog

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Smart Snacks for Gestational Diabetes

Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy, leading to higher-than-normal blood sugar levels, which isn’t ideal for you or your growing baby. That’s why managing your blood sugar throughout pregnancy is crucial.  One of the best ways to keep blood sugar levels in check is by eating regular, balanced meals and

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Chickpeas for Diabetes: The Plant Based Protein Super Star

Have you been considering adding more plant-based meals to your life?  Eating a plant-based diet offers many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease, reduced risk of cancer, improved gut health, and weight loss or weight maintenance, to name a few. Many of us want to start eating more plant-based meals but don’t have

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Clear Protein Drinks: A Refreshing Way to Manage Diabetes

Protein helps keep blood sugars steady and provides the energy you need to power through your busy days as a mom with diabetes. It is also key for building and repairing tissues in your muscles, organs, skin, hair, and nails. Protein shakes are a quick and easy way to get protein in on the go,

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How 12 Hour Intermittent Fasting Can Transform Your Diabetes Journey

If you could make one small and easy tweak to your eating pattern and gain tons of health benefits, would you do it? You probably are thinking “Of course I would, but what’s the catch?”   You may have heard about fasting, including intermittent fasting, on social media or in conversations with friends and family in

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