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Diabetics Can Eat Fruit

Did you know that a half-cup of watermelon has six carbs? Do your research and enjoy berries, watermelon and other fruit this summer.

Summer Cook-Out for Diabetics

Do summer cook-outs and picnics have your worried about making good food choices? Not to fear! Where there is a grill, there is a way. Stick to high-protein, low carb opinions, like hot dogs, hamburgers, veggie burgers, or chicken (without the bun), and pile on the veggies and fresh fruit. Just be weary of sauces […]

Diabetic Easter Basket

Easter is almost here! Need some ideas for diabetic-friends treats? Alana says choose low-carb snacks for the car, office or school, and steer clear of the sugar-free candy options. Watch for more great options!

No More Snacking After Dinner

After just a few weeks of Rhodes’ new plan of NO Snacks after dinner, he is feeling great. No more high blood sugar over night, no more groggy mornings.

Three Low-Carb Meal Swaps

Alana has a few suggestions for substituting lower-carb options into your weekly mean planning. Love mashed potatoes, sandwiches on bread, and pasta? Give these three lower-carb alternatives a try!

It’s Okay to Have an Off Day

As hard as he may try, Rhodes knows that it is impossible to have perfect diabetes management all the time. So rather than beat himself up, he gives himself a “night off.” Once a week, Rhodes indulges in his temptations, before getting right back on the bandwagon.

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 […]

Treating Low Blood Sugar

Low blood sugar can be extremely dangerous, and often makes you feel jittery and on edge. Rhodes recommends quick acting sugar like glucose tablets or juice to raise sugar fast, combined with stabilizing carbs, like crackers or a granola bar, to help keep blood sugar at a safe level.