Fruit or No Fruit
Should diabetics avoid fruit? Alana spoke with a nutritionist and she concluded that diabetics can say yes to fruit, especially lower-carb fruits. Watch for tips on which fruit to reach for.
Meal Planning
Packing Lunch
To pack or not to pack, that is the question. Alana says– PACK YOUR LUNCH!! Every day! And pack something similar every day. If you know how many carbs you are eating and how your body responds to those carbs, you will avoid a miserable, groggy, carb-overloaded afternoon.
Weekly Meal Planning
Do you want to stick to a low-carb, healthy, diabetic-friendly diet? But don’t have the time it takes to plan and prepare? Alana keeps it simple. She says it all starts with the Protein! Proteins are low-carb and keep you satisfied. So pick your protein for the week– lean chicken, pork, beef, tofu. Buy a lot (a weeks […]
Smart Snacking
Alana shares a few tips for diabetes-smart snack options. She focuses on portion control and making high protein, low-carb choices.
Welcome to Diabetes Support Group
Meet Rhodes and Alana, founders of the Diabetes Support Group. Rhodes was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age 5, and has been insulin dependent for over 32 years. He has not let diabetes be an obstacle to living a full life with no limits. With daily discipline and commitment, Rhodes is living a healthy […]
Being Prepared to Treat Low Blood Sugar
You should always travel with your glucometer, but when there is risk of low blood sugar, you don’t want to leave home without being prepared. Rhodes recommends always carrying glucose tablets for quick-acting carbs, and a snack to help keep your blood sugar at a safe level. He opts for a granola bar with 18 […]
Sugar Free vs. No Sugar Added Foods
There are many new products and foods claiming to be “diabetic friendly.” Do you understand the difference between “sugar-free” and “no-sugar added” foods? Alana sorts through the differences.
Simple Food Swaps
Trying to make better food choices? Alana suggests a few easy food swaps to lower your carb intake. An easy but important swap is to avoid regular sodas and juices, and choose flavored or sparkling waters, teas sweetened with sugar substitutes, or diet sodas.
Counting Carbohydrates
Carb counting is the cornerstone of the diabetic diet. Carbs drive blood sugar, so keeping carb intake low means keeping blood sugar low. You should check the number of carbs in every food and drink you consume, and try to stay within a target range for meals and snacks. Work with a doctor, nutritionist, or […]
Making Smart Food Choices at Potlucks
Holidays, parties, and potlucks are fun, but can be terrible for a diabetic who is trying to eat a low-carb diet or lose weight. Think about your plate as four quarters or sections, and try (as best you can) to choose veggies first, proteins second, and the carbs and sweets last.