May 9, 2013:
Insulin has had a long history of helping diabetics manage their diabetes over the years, and has saved millions of lives. But do you know how insulin came about?
May 7, 2013:
Eating healthy starts with your fridge. Susan Weiner, RD, and Leslie Josel, professional organizer from the TV show, Hoarders: Buried Alive, put together their skills in how to organize and make your fridge diabetes-friendly.
Apr 23, 2013:
Diabetes Health Magazine's CEO, Nadia Al-Samarrie, has had a long history and background connected to diabetes. Through her community and personal experiences with type 1 and 2 diabetes, she had found a connection with the disease and wanted to make a difference.
Apr 4, 2013:
Most diabetics can confess that sometimes it's hard to motivate ourselves in making healthier decisions when it comes to managing our diabetes. From various diets, exercises, and life style changes, it doesn't have to be hard.
Apr 2, 2013:
As diabetics we all know we should cut down on our carb intake, but it's easier said than done. But what if you had the knowledge of what foods that don't affect your blood sugar. This isn't a free-pass for you to eat as many carbs and sugary treats as you want, but it's a helpful way to pack your diet with your healthy and helpful food.
Mar 27, 2013:
If you were walking through the Diabetes UK Conference this past month, you may have gotten a surprise performance from Glucomen. Joining in dance to the music of YMCA, these employees give us a show to raise awareness about the rising number of hospitalizations due to DKA.
Mar 26, 2013:
It's Easter time and you know what that means, baskets full of SWEET GOODIES! For diabetics this may just be another holiday tempting their sweet tooth, but this Diabetic Daddy has some great tips on how you can make this year's basket for your diabetic more creative and healthy without taking away all the sweets!
Mar 25, 2013:
In honor of Diabetes Alert Day, the American Diabetes Association has teamed up with Pittsburgh super bowl champion Kendall Simmons who'll be tackling diabetes by raising awareness to teens all around the community about the day and his personal experiences of managing his own diabetes.
Mar 25, 2013:
Chef Michel Nischan gives us a great recipe for the classic Italian favorite, Chicken Saltimbocca, but adds a diabetes-friendly twist.
Mar 22, 2013:
Everyone needs a little fish in their diet but why not make it an all-time favorite with a healthy spin to it. Once again dlife's Chef Michel Nischan gives us a delicious recipe for fried catfish with a southwestern spin.
Mar 21, 2013:
When you think of cheesecake, calorie, sugar, carb-loaded thoughts come rushing to your head. It's a sweet treat that most diabetics probably choose not to indulge in too often. But bury the hatchet on those thoughts because we've got a decadent diabetes cheesecake recipe for you!
Mar 13, 2013:
Veggies aren't everyone's favorite side dish, but with a little creativity, flavor, and a familiar recipe, you'll find yourself questioning if these really are vegetables. Watch as dlife's Chef Michel Nischan gives us a recipe for pizza-fied Zucchini Parmesan, filled with the fresh nutrients of garlic, mushrooms, tomatoes, and zucchini but jazzed up like a carb-free pizza!
Mar 12, 2013:
Besides eating a healthy diet, fitting in exercise into your daily routine will help you to manage your diabetes. This diabetic explains to us why being physically active is essential and important for diabetics and doesn't have to be a drag. Be inspired and know that exercise will not only keep you healthy and help manage your diabetes, but it'll leave you feeling great!
Mar 11, 2013:
Your passion for diabetes research and desire to increase awareness of this worldwide epidemic has prompted GreaterGood to do even more to help. We are proud to announce that we are adding this cause to our family of “Click To Give” websites.
Mar 7, 2013:
Managing your diabetes is a tough job so don't be afraid or ashamed to ask for help. Take it from Patti Labelle, who's lucky enough to have a friend who's a registered dietician, Jeannette Jordan.
Mar 7, 2013:
You won't have to give up the cheesy-goodness that Macaroni and Cheese offers, when you try Top Chef Champion Sam Talbot's diabetes-friendly Mac & Cheese. Swapping out some of those carb-filled ingredients with healthier and fiber-rich ingredient but with the same textures and tastes you love, you'll enjoy this more than your average bowl of cheese.
Mar 6, 2013:
Melanie new something was wrong even after going to the hospital when she was experiencing diabetic symptoms and was told they could not test her for the disease without a doctor's consent. Taking matters into her own hands, she and her husband decided to take the test on their own and all they could remember was that the machine read HIGH!
Mar 6, 2013:
Once that initial shock that you or your child has been diagnosed with diabetes has gone away, the diabetes fears are a natural feeling and mind-set that starts settling in. From losing control of your high or low blood sugars to going into DKA to losing your sight or extremities, these are all too familiar fears.
Mar 5, 2013:
Diabetic or not, who doesn't love a good dessert. Well if you having diabetes like Top Chef Champion Sam Talbot, he's got a delicious all-time favorite sweet treat that wont' leave you worried if your blood sugars will be skyrocketing.
Mar 5, 2013:
Diabetes management takes regular monitoring of what food you take in, the activities you involve yourself with, and definitely how much exercise you get. Take it from Tony Song from Diabetes Care Pharmacy and Health Program Centers, exercise doesn't have to mean just going to the gym, it can be fun!
Mar 5, 2013:
Living with diabetes isn't always easy. You may have it under control but it's those unexpected and spontaneous activities that may throw a monkey wrench into your diabetes management groove. Whether it be low blood sugars, splurging on going out to eat, having drinks, or losing the ability to play sports, diabetes is a full time job that we unfortunately don't get paid for.
Mar 4, 2013:
Smartphones are a common accessory for most people these days, so why not use this handheld gadget to your diabetes advantage! Type 1 Ginger Vieira has just tested out the Glucose Buddy App on her iPhone and gives us a review on how helpful she thinks this app can be while managing your diabetes.
Mar 4, 2013:
Ever wonder what a day would be like without your diabetes? What are some of the things you would take advantage of when your diabetes isn't there to get in the way?
Feb 28, 2013:
If you've been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, the first thing you should know is it's not your fault! Many mothers have an immediate reaction to believe that it may have been something they did not or did do to cause the gestational diabetes during pregnancy however, sometimes the diagnosis is just unavoidable.
Feb 28, 2013:
Taking it back to his southern roots, Top Chef Champ Sam Talbot admits he grew up eating fried chicken and a bowl of fried chicken may have fallen into his lap more than not, an option not best for diabetics like him. But now more aware of his diabetes and the importance of eating healthier, Sam has created a delicious alternative to fried chicken; Pulled Blackened Chicken with Israeli Couscous.
Feb 27, 2013:
Top Chef champion Sam Talbot definitely deserves his title for his great cooking, but we admire him even more for making diabetes-friendly foods that are low-carb yet still tasty!
Feb 27, 2013:
Diabetics hear it more than they want to, "Did you get diabetes because you ate too much sugar?", "I can't be diabetic because I hate needles," or "My grandmother's, second-cousin, twice-removed had diabetes." We definitely can hear some pretty absurd comments when people find out we have diabetes, but remember take it with a grain of salt and what better a time then to educate them!
Feb 26, 2013:
Did dlife's Chef Michel Nischan say we'd be adding potatoes to that casserole?! Yes it's a carb, but don't fret as this Cheesy Beef Casserole may sound indulging but in the end is still a low-carb spicy casserole with a number of ingredients that makes the ratio of carbs per serving pretty low.
Feb 25, 2013:
February is the month of love so what better way to celebrate it but with a Diabetic Love Poem. Listen as type 1 Diabetic Danica recites John Shettles poem dedicated to his diabetes.
Feb 25, 2013:
Understanding what foods are healthy and great for diabetics starts with what you put in your shopping cart. Being diabetes-friendly doesn't mean a taste and flavor-less menu, knowing what foods are appetizing and how to cook them up into delicious meals will have you eating deliciously, healthy, and happy.
Feb 22, 2013:
To diabetic Noah Moore, juggling is like managing your diabetes. A teacher, juggler, and motivated, Noah integrates his passion for juggling and raising diabetes awareness to educate other about the undivided attention both juggling and diabetes management need.
Feb 22, 2013:
Making a delicious yet healthy meal isn't always easy with a busy family and even the added task of managing diabetes. But dlife's Chef Michel Mischan gives us another great diabetes-friendly recipe that you can prep, set, forget, and in a matter of hours will be a wholesome, low-carb meal you'll love!
Feb 20, 2013:
Special occasions shouldn't mean it's that one time you fall off the diabetes management bandwagon and see how bad your blood sugar levels are after the partying. Being a responsible diabetic can still mean you can have a good time at celebrations with a few tips and tricks. Take it from type 1 dlife Patient Champion Dr. Nat Strand who's planning her very own special diabetes wedding catering to diabetics and anyone wanting to stay healthy while still having fun. You don't have to sacrifice your health for a good time!
Feb 18, 2013:
We all have memories that have been imprinted in our mind; birthdays, anniversaries, and many firsts. But for diabetics they'll always remember the day they were first diagnosed with diabetes!
Feb 15, 2013:
What better way to raise awareness for World Diabetes Day then with a Blue Circle Dance! Watch as 500 employees, families, and friends of Novo Nordisk from all around the world show their moves as they dance to, 'Move your feet,' by Junior Senior. Join and groove along with them as they raise awareness for diabetes! We're all in this together.
Feb 15, 2013:
Just because you have diabetes doesn't mean you have to take away all the sweetness from your life. dlife's Chef Michel Nischan gives us another delectable recipe from his Rolodex of diabetes-friendly goodies.
Feb 14, 2013:
It's Valentine's Day and you want to make your diabetes sweetheart a delicious yet diabetes-friendly dinner, well we've got one that will knock their socks off. Tova's Kitchen brings us another delicious diabetes dish, Chicken Marsala!
Feb 12, 2013:
We've all been told salads are healthy but it's so easy to make them unhealthy by piling on the carb and calorie filled fixings. We find ourselves either sacrificing the flavor or our carb count, but dlife's Chef Michel Nischan gives us a flavorful chicken salad with a homemade ranch, without the unwanted carbs! Enjoy.
Feb 7, 2013:
It's take these few simple words to help manage your diabetes, "Test, don't guess!" Making sure you take this step each day may seem like a simple task but it also could be the one thing that could save your life!
Feb 4, 2013:
Take it from these NBA professionals, staying active and living healthy will help type 2 diabetes prevention. Just like basketball diabetes is a number game, 1 in 3 adults are at risk for diabetes. But before you or your loved ones are hit by this growing disease, let's change these numbers and get healthy! Your health depends on you.
Feb 4, 2013:
Did you know almost 26 million and counting Americans live with diabetes and another 79 million are at risk? This is a growing disease and if it's not stopped by 2050, 1 in 3 Americans will have diabetes.
Feb 4, 2013:
Start your morning with a diabetes-friendly pick me up! Join dlife Chef Michel Nischan as he gives us a healthier version for lean Turkey Sausage Patties. With a mix of fresh herbs and seasonings and a little kick of chili peppers you'll love this recipe and rave about avoiding preservatives and high sodium levels. Eat health and happy!
Feb 1, 2013:
For these diabetics they've found a special place where they don't feel alone with their diabetes. Robyn and Laura are TuDiabetes members who've found virtual support from others living with diabetes also. Both have been living with type 1 and LADA and have found medical information and ways to help them manage their diabetes.
Jan 30, 2013:
These amazing individuals are just like you and me but there's one thing that makes them stand out from the rest, they're telling their diabetes who's boss!
Jan 28, 2013:
These days it's easy to Google just about everything and anything. So many of you who have had diabetes or have been diagnosed with diabetes, may have found yourself searching for, "What is the bets diabetes diet?" In reality there is no one type of diet that can help you control your diabetes.
Jan 28, 2013:
With the Super Bowl just around the corner what better way to kick-off the game but with some diabetes-friendly Buffalo Wings! Tova gives us another delicious recipe she inherited from a chef instructor at Le Cordon Bleu that she claims to be foolproof.
Jan 23, 2013:
Telling others you have diabetes isn't always the easiest thing. Having to debunk all the myths people assume about diabetes, letting them know you have your diabetes under control, and making them realize your diabetes doesn't make you all that much different can be tiring. But take it from Dr. Nat Strand, you only need to tell who should know to keep yourself safe!
Jan 22, 2013:
No matter how you spell it or should we say act it out, diabetes will always have it's challenges when it comes to dining out. The dlife presents us with a silent movie classic, "The Perilous Pitfalls of Restaurant Dining" that presents diabetic hero, Jim, and the non-stop drama of his perils of living with this condition.
Jan 16, 2013:
When it comes to your diabetes don't let it take all the fun out of your diet. You may find yourself staying away from the fast food joints and restaurants but still craving some of your drive-through favorites. Well we've got some good news for you, it's still possible to eat at your favorite joints to take a break away from the kitchen, just as long as you manage what you're eating!
Jan 11, 2013:
A tasty snack yet great for managing your diabetes, who knew this little nut has a packed punch. Amazing Race champion and doctor, Nat Strand knows first hand about the benefits of ALMONDS!
Jan 10, 2013:
Sweeten up your diabetes life without the guilt of sugars or sugar substitues. Listen as dLife's Chef Michel Mischan gives us a few tips on some ingredients in your kitchen that can naturally sweeten your food and give you nutrients that will help manage your diabetes!
Jan 9, 2013:
There are over 10 million people in Haiti and about 30,000 of them have diabetes. Unfortunately 60% of their population live on less than $2 a day, they don't have access to medication and they care they need so death from diabetes has become very common until now.
Jan 9, 2013:
This lady means business when it comes to your diabetes. Nothing can get pass Mrs. Munoz, when those diabetes signs and symptoms show up she's on top of it and will advise you to get things checked out. Be ahead of your diabetes and manage it before it takes control of you!
Jan 8, 2013:
We've all heard that a Mediterranean based meal is great for diabetics, so why not try this Greek-inspired recipe for Chicken Spanaki, chicken breast stuffed with cheesy goodness.
Jan 7, 2013:
Here's a great recipe for all of you looking for a diabetes-friendly meal, but with tastes you'll love! Watch as dlife's Michel Nischan gives us a low-carb chili recipe that is high in protein, a great way to control your blood sugar and watch your weight!
Jan 4, 2013:
It's 2013 and don't let the diabetics you love hanging when it comes to their diabetes. Whether you yourself battles with this growing disease or not, let's all join together to make life a little bit easier to manage diabetes. We're all in this together!
Jan 3, 2013:
It's a New Year and many of us have made diabetes New Year's Resolutions that we'd like to achieve. But let's not look at the small stuff but rather look at the bigger picture and see how we're going to manage our diabetes versus what we'd like to happen with our diabetes. Watch and be inspired as Chris reminds us to take baby steps to accomplishing our big time resolutions!
Jan 3, 2013:
This New Year's, whether it be preventing or managing your diabetes, you can learn how to overcome this health related issue through the food you eat and the lifestyle you live.
Dec 31, 2012:
Follow us into Chef Michel Mischan's kitchen as he teaches us about flour alternatives that are a leg up over conventional white flours that can spike our blood sugars.
Dec 31, 2012:
Diabetes doesn't just affect the individuals diagnosed, it also affects family, friends, husbands, and wives who want to make sure their loved ones are living happy and healthy.
Dec 27, 2012:
You may have already had enough sweet treats this holiday season, but why not add one more that tasty, with the flavors or Autumn, and is diabetes-friendly.
Dec 27, 2012:
It's that time of year to take the opportunity and make a change for the better with your diabetic management this New Year's.
Dec 27, 2012:
Take it from Amazing Race Champion, Dr. Nat Strand, traveling with diabetes is a piece of cake. With the knowledge of a health professional and experience of traveling around the world to numbers of countries, Nat definitely know what it takes to travel safe for diabetics or individuals with diabetic kids.
Dec 26, 2012:
Here comes another year and a time to look back at successes, regrets and new beginning in life with diabetes.
Dec 26, 2012:
The holidays are over and New Years is coming up close. We all know some of us have indulged maybe a little more than we've expected to with all the good eats, but here's our second chance to redeem ourselves.
Dec 21, 2012:
Christmas is getting closer so are you prepped to execute how you're going to manage your diabetes and those delicious eats that everyone will be feasting on? Listen as Dietician and diabetes program coordinator, Meridith Smith, gives us seven easy tips to stay in control of your diabetes this Christmas!
Dec 20, 2012:
This holiday season, Type 1 Mike Lawson thanks all the organizations and causes that are there for people touched by diabetes. Watch as he describes how they've benefited his life and continue to do so for others with diabetes. Let's help raise awareness of this growing disease!
Dec 20, 2012:
Watch as the American Diabetes Association of New Jersey Tour De Cure Staff give us there diabetes spin to this well-known holiday poem to bring in Christmas. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!
Dec 19, 2012:
Here's a holiday wish to all diabetics from Diabetic Emily Coles of Diabetes Hands Foundation. Watch as she wishes us all a stress-less holiday season!
Dec 19, 2012:
Wondering what to make for Christmas morning breakfast? Well we've got a sweet yet diabetes-friendly all time favorite for you!
Dec 18, 2012:
What's in your diabetes kit? Watch as Type 2 Jim Turner asks attendees of the Taking Control Of Your Diabetes Conference what they have in their diabetes kits. You'll be surprised to find the variety of things Jim will find!
Dec 17, 2012:
Diabetic peripheral neuropahty (DPN) affects more than 10 million diabetics. Watch as "Leave It To Beaver's," Jerry Mathers, talks to us about his DPN and how we should be proactive in keeping it in control and having its risks affect us in the long run.
Dec 14, 2012:
Diabetes is even harder to manage when the treats and good eats of the holidays comes around. Watch as iabetes Center at Forsyth Medical Center Dietician, Kathi Sigler gives us tips and tricks of not over indulging but being able to still enjoy the holiday foods we love this season
Dec 12, 2012:
In tough times, comes tough measures, and for Ananrnia Hunt when she was diagnosed with diabetes in 1999, financial struggles came before managing her diabetes. Watch how she's managed her diabetes over the years and learn what options major manufacturers offer to patients who need assistance.
Dec 11, 2012:
Food is a tough thing to handle when it comes to your diabetes. Watch as Type 1 Ginger describes the emotional toll food can have on diabetics but how managing your food can prevent bad habits and won't stop you from still eating the foods you love!
Dec 10, 2012:
Get a few tips on what to get your favorite diabetic from Mr. Divabetic. Watch as he gives us some gift ideas that will keep your diabetic happy and healthy all season and year long.
Dec 10, 2012:
Your food doesn't have to taste bland if you're looking for a diabetes-friendly meal. Take it from New York City Exectuive Chef and Top Chef Finalist Sam Tolbot who didn't let his Type 1 diabetes get in the way of his love for food!
Dec 10, 2012:
This simple, easy, fresh, and diabetes-friendly recipe will have your holiday guests asking for me. Watch as Toby gives a holiday spin to an Apple Walnut Salad from the, "Mediterranean Diet Cookbook for Dummies."
Dec 7, 2012:
It's that time of year for holiday cookies but as diabetics some of you may have found yourselves stepping away from your favorite sweet treats to help manage your diabetes. But we've got a diabetes-friendly dessert you can indulge in without the added guilt.
Dec 7, 2012:
When most people think of the holidays, thoughts of indulging on sweets and foods packed with fat and calories may come to mind. But you don't have to go overboard with the unhealthy ingredients when it comes to traditional holiday meals.
Dec 7, 2012:
Your diabetes can get a little wonky when change is introduced. And for many of your change in time and even in foods will happen when you travel for the holiday. Watch as Type 1 Haley gives us some tips on how you can adjust your body to time and food change and adding an extra step to be ahead of the game when you're monitoring your diabetes this holiday season.
Dec 6, 2012:
Have you heard of the Diabetes Monster? Well for 1 Happy Diabetic Bill, his monster comes out when his blood sugars are too high or low. Watch as he describes the emotional mood swings diabetes can bring and how he and his family tame this inner emotional monster!
Dec 5, 2012:
Managing your diabetes is not only about how you feel on the inside it's also about how you feel on the out. Watch as Divabetes Outreach Program's Image and Style Adviser, Catherine Schuller, gives women the confidence boost to look good while they feel good as they manage their diabetes.
Dec 5, 2012:
Everyone's got that inner devil in them but it's worse when you've got a inner diabetes devil. Watch as Type 1 Jim Turner is at odds with his inner diabetes devil when he attends a friends party. Take a tip from Jim about how to have a great time at a party without being the party pooper or putting yourself at risk with your diabetes!
Dec 4, 2012:
Take it from this Type 1 teen, the holidays may come with big delicious meals but it doesn't mean your diabetes has to go haywire!
Dec 4, 2012:
Don't let your diabetes stop you from getting into the holiday spirit with a little eggnog! We've got a great diabetes-friendly eggnog recipe for you that will be great for celebrating the holidays or just to sip on during those cold wintery days.
Dec 4, 2012:
Diabetes supporters are getting in on the Gangnam craze with their rendition of a Gangnam Flash Mob for diabetes.
Dec 3, 2012:
This holiday season make sure you keep you blood sugar levels in the safe zone while you eat your favorite holiday eats! Wellness Works gives us a 101 on how your blood sugar is affected by what you eat, how much insulin your pancreas produces, and how you can keep your blood sugar out of the danger zones.
Dec 3, 2012:
This holiday season savor the tastes of Christmas without the worry of your diabetes with this recipe for Beet Root Vegetable Salad. Watch as nutritionist and dietician, Rosalee Brown, gives us her take on this Christmas recipe.
Nov 29, 2012:
Got that Italian pasta craving but hold back because of your diabetes? Well we've got a recipe for you! Watch as Tova gives us her flavorful diabetes-friendly recipe for stuffed jumbo shells. Enjoy!
Nov 28, 2012:
It may be hard but you don't have to focus on the tempting eat the holidays bring. But to make sure you are in check listen to some of these tips and tricks to managing your diabetes all season long.
Nov 28, 2012:
Who would know what technology would make living with diabetes a little be easier? Those no other than diabetics themselves! From integrated devices, more handicap accessibility, and technology working for us not diabetes, the advancements in technology today should give diabetics an endless amount of resources to make managing their diabetes a breeze.
Nov 28, 2012:
Love those south of the border flavors but can't seem to find a recipe that's diabetes-friendly? Check out Type 1 Cassie's diabetes-healthy, gluten-free, low-car recipe for Southwest Chipotle Sauce!
Nov 28, 2012:
Watch as Type 1 George gives us some insight on how exhausting diabetes can be and how we can make life a little bit easier for the diabetics we love!
Nov 28, 2012:
As the cold and flu season gets into full swing, it's important for everyone to do what they can to prevent and, when necessary, effectively treat these infections. If you have diabetes, it is especially important to know how to prepare for cold and flu, as having this disease can make you more susceptible to health complications.
Nov 27, 2012:
The holidays are coming up and for most diabetics they know what foods to eat in moderation but a year doesn't go by when they do have to hear the same annoying comments and frustrating questions around the dinner table.
Nov 26, 2012:
It's time to "deck the halls" with diabetes awareness! Take a cue from the Diabetes Hands Foundation as they give us their diabetes rendition of "Deck The Halls!" You're not in this alone, let's help to raise awareness for a cure to diabetes.
Nov 26, 2012:
Get a few tips from diabetic Ryan Shafer as he gives us some advice on traveling with diabetes during the holidays. Watch as he gives us some pointers on preparing for security procedures and having certain foods on hands in case of a diabetes emergency. Safe travels!
Nov 26, 2012:
The holidays can be tempting when it comes to the good eats it brings. But managing your diabetes during the holidays takes a little work but can be done! Watch as Toby gives us a few tips to enjoy great holiday food without getting out of control of your diabetes!
Nov 26, 2012:
Have you been good at watching out for your blood sugar levels? Well don't let the temptations of the holidays cause you to break that streak!
Nov 23, 2012:
Who doesn't love stuffing?! Thanksgiving may be over but you'll love definitely want to use this diabetes-frinedly cornbread stuffing for all your upcoming holiday parties!
Nov 23, 2012:
How are you going to manage your or your child's diabetes this holiday season? With all the treats, goodies, and great eats, it's important to be mindful about what it is you're over indulging on this year.
Nov 21, 2012:
Watch as Dr. Jahangir Cyrus gives us a little advices about diabetes and eating during the holidays. Eat happy, healthy, and smart, and you'll be in control of your diabetes this season!
Nov 21, 2012:
We're serious when we say we can offer you a great recipe for a delicious pecan pie! It's sugar-free, half the carbs, and only takes 25 minutes to make! How could you ask for more?
Nov 21, 2012:
This holiday season use some of Fall's seasonal veggies for your Thanksgiving spread. Acorn squash may be an unfamiliar ingredient but you'll love this easy, delicious and low-glycemic carbohydrate recipe that will tantalize your taste buds!
Nov 21, 2012:
Turn your all time favorite Green Bean Casserole into a "Lean Mean Green Bean Casserole" that's low in fat, low in sodium, and diabetes friendly. Watch and eat happy!
Nov 20, 2012:
You won't need to take out that serving of potatoes to keep your Thanksgiving diabetes-friendly. Sweet potatoes are known to have fewer calories, more fiber, and helps stabilize blood sugar levels, so check out this Sweet Potato Casserole for all your guests to enjoy!
Nov 20, 2012:
Pumpkin pie with tofu?! Don't knock it til' you try it! Check out Thom's vegan, diabetes-friendly, all natural, homemade pumpkin pie that's great for those looking to cut down on the sugar and that's packed with protein. Why don't you give it a shot and have a healthy, and happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 20, 2012:
Having Type 2 may be a struggle when the holidays come around but its all about controlling and managing your diet. Watch as Dr. Manisha Chandalia gives us a few tips on eating healthy and happy during the holidays without having to miss out on the foods you love!
Nov 20, 2012:
Doctors know that they can't stop their diabetic patients from not eating any of their Thanksgiving favorites at all. But they do know they can advise them to eat their favorites in smaller portions so they can still stay in control of their diabetes. Watch and learn!
Nov 19, 2012:
This Thanksgiving if you're trying to be healthy you don't have to take out the stuffing. Try this recipe for Quinoa Stuffing that's gluten-free, delicious, and great for vegetarians and diabetics!
Nov 19, 2012:
Try this tasty treat on for size this Thanksgiving. If you're looking for a vegetarian dish that's both healthy and diabetes-friendly but still has the tastes of Thanksgiving, try these turkey-taste-filled Stuffed Eggplants. Happy Eating!
Nov 19, 2012:
As a diabetic it can be tempting to stuff yourself on Thanksgiving, but listen as Sharon gives us a few tips on what proper proportions for all our Thanksgiving favorites are for diabetics. You can still eat happy and healthy!
Nov 19, 2012:
No more cream canned soup! Watch as Tova makes a healthier diabetes-friendly version of Green Bean Casserole for Thanksgiving.
Nov 19, 2012:
You may be familiar with some of the complications associated with diabetes, such as vision problems, diabetic neuropathy, and kidney failure. Now a new study to be published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism warns that people who have diabetes should listen up, because they may be at increased risk of developing hearing problems.
Nov 15, 2012:
This Thanksgiving toss out the fake stuff and trade the high fructose corn syrup with some fresh ingredients as Jon gives us a homemade cranberry sauce made from scratch. Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 15, 2012:
Learn how to make this tasty yet diabetes-friendly sweet treat, Pumpkin Cupcakes. They'll help you bring in the fall season!
Nov 14, 2012:
Don't deprive your guests with diabetes from eating those Thanksgiving favorites we all love. Just like momma made it, Dr. Sybil Kramer gives us a tutorial on how to prepare a diabetes-friendly roasted turkey for your Thanksgiving spread.
Nov 13, 2012:
Don't restrict your diabetic guests to those delicious Thanksgiving sweets on the table! Watch as Jentana teach us a diabetes-friendly recipe for flour-less chocolate pecan pie. Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 12, 2012:
To help raise awareness they've decided to surprise their community with a flash mob dancing to "O Que E O Que E?" by Gonzaguinha. Let's raise awareness on World Diabetes Day, November 14!
Nov 6, 2012:
Take a look into the lives of three young adults with diabetes on MTV's "True Life: I Have Diabetes." Watch how they juggle become adults along with managing their diabetes.
Nov 5, 2012:
The Red Rider Program at Tour de Cure joins people, battling or supporting a loved one with diabetes, together to help find a cure to diabetes. It has grown to become an event that makes diabetics feel they're not alone in the fight. Let's root these heroes on!
Nov 1, 2012:
November is American Diabetes Month, a time to raise awareness of this epidemic disease. Since every picture tells a story, this year the American Diabetes Association is asking individuals who have diabetes to share a photo of what living with diabetes means to them as a way to spread the word about the true picture of this insidious disease. Here's how to share your photo, and more.
Oct 31, 2012:
This month we're celebrating World Diabetes Day on November 14 to help raise awareness of this growing disease. Let's take control of diabetes!
Oct 31, 2012:
Let's take a cue from these ecstatic Novo Nordisk employees who show off their dance moves for World Diabetes Day! Watch as they shimmy to the song "Do You Love Me" to help raise awareness.
Oct 25, 2012:
Gestational diabetes does not have to be a life-long diagnosis. Learn the affects of this disease and how you can prevent a life time disease for you and your baby. Knowledge is power!
Sep 26, 2012:
Gotta hand it to Tova as she brings us one of her many diabetes-friendly recipes, Chinese Chicken Cashew! Watch as she gives us an MSG free, low sodium and money saving take-out favorite!
Sep 18, 2012:
Women who develop gestational diabetes during pregnancy have a significant risk of getting type 2 diabetes either soon after giving birth or within the next ten or more years. Results of a new study appearing in the Archives of Internal Medicine reveal that women can greatly reduce that risk by eating a healthy diet, and some diet options are better than others.
Sep 17, 2012:
Help raise awareness of the risks of diabetes. The numbers of people affected by diabetes is growing but by working together we can someday find a cure!
Sep 14, 2012:
Diabetes doesn't have to be a bad thing. Imagine all the cool things that non-diabetics don't have that you do. Watch as Type 1 Kim shows how diabetes makes her stronger, more resourceful and funnier than the rest!
Sep 14, 2012:
Don't let boring diabetes supplies ruin your fashion sense. Take a few tips from Abby about accessorizing and livening up that drab pump, meter and diabetes kit pouch. Work that diabetes runway!
Sep 13, 2012:
Diabetes affects people all around the world. They all long for one thing: A CURE! Watch these 26 perspectives from young people who are all affected with diabetes in different countries. Let's find a cure to diabetes!
Sep 12, 2012:
Knowing the different types of diabetes, their cauese, and what manages them will help you live a healthier and happier life with diabetes. Watch this educational video for more insight on Type 1, 2, and gestational diabetes!
Sep 5, 2012:
We all want that sugar fix, but how do you choose form all the different varieties of sugar substitutes out there? Watch as Jill Weisenberger, diabetes educator, teaches us about the different types, how frequent diabetics should consume them and individual preferences between them all.
Sep 5, 2012:
You can still indulge in that chocolate craving even if you have diabetes with this decadent sugar free chocolate cake! Watch and learn this easy step-by-step recipe that will have you not feeling guilty when you ask for more!
Aug 27, 2012:
Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of the disease that affects millions of people worldwide. But diabetes can also be caused by autoimmunity, known as type 1 that develops early in life. Pregnant women are at risk for gestational diabetes from hormones released during pregnancy that raise blood sugar levels. Can diabetes be avoided or controlled with a vegetarian diet?
Aug 10, 2012:
Gestational diabetes affects 4% of women who become pregnant. Watch this video for some tips on eating, exercising and monitoring your blood sugar level to keep both you and your baby safe!
Aug 1, 2012:
Mothers-to-be, you're not alone when it comes to gestational diabetes! This is a common condition that some women may not even have control over. Watch as Lisa Taylor, creator of Gestational Diabetes Recipes, describes how she reacted when she found out about her gestational diabetes!
Jul 25, 2012:
Start your morning with a diabetes friendly meal! Try this recipe for Parmesan Scrambled Eggs from Gestational Diabetes Recipes and you'll be set to take on the day!
Jul 17, 2012:
The American Diabetes Association estimates there are 17 million Americans with diabetes: nearly 6 percent of the U.S. population. More troubling is the fact that half of them don't know they have it.
Jul 17, 2012:
When you have diabetes, missing a meal takes a real toll.
Jul 17, 2012:
Researchers found that women who exercised regularly during the second half of pregnancy did not lower their risk of gestational diabetes.
Jul 16, 2012:
Dietician and diabetes educator Robin Edelman discusses small changes you can make in your daily meals that will keep and your family healthy and feeling great.
Jul 13, 2012:
If you're living with diabetes, you've never alone. And you can do this!
Jul 13, 2012:
Smart (even nerdy) science songs are the new YouTube rage! In this funny video, glucose takes a star turn.
Jul 13, 2012:
Chef Franklin Becker prepares a diabetes-friendly grilled pork loin that's sure to be the hit of your backyard affair.
Jul 13, 2012:
Healthy, delicious diabetic meals in a hurry are on the way!
Jul 12, 2012:
Artificial sweeteners: unhealthy, or a sweet solution?
Jul 12, 2012:
With so many daily worries, it's easy to become angry or depressed about diabetes. But what if things were even worse?
Jul 10, 2012:
Here are some tips to help you stay on track when you're eating for good health.
Jul 9, 2012:
Take control of your diabetes -- don't let diabetes take control of you!
Jul 9, 2012:
Becoming a partner in your diabetes care can make a big difference in your quality of life. Don't be afraid to ask questions and ask your doctor for any help you need.
Jul 5, 2012:
One of the most important things to do when you've been diagnosed with diabetes is to talk to your loved ones about your feelings. And when you need help -- ask for it!
Jul 3, 2012:
Happy Fourth of July! Here’s a diabetes-friendly corn salad recipe the whole family will love.
Jul 3, 2012:
Diabetes expert Dr. Neal Barnard says you can eat all the starches and carbs you want -- as long as they're plant-based.
Jul 3, 2012:
Stay healthy when you travel with these great diabetes-on-the-fly tips.
Jun 28, 2012:
This video offers easy-to-follow meal plans and carbohydrate guidelines for both men and women.
Jun 28, 2012:
Weekends mean settling in for a delicious breakfast. Here's a recipe for oatmeal pancakes you'll look forward to all week!
Jun 28, 2012:
After gestational diabetes, women are at higher risk for developing Type 2 diabetes. Sandra and her family are taking steps to prevent Type 2 from entering their lives.
Jun 25, 2012:
Getting treatment for gestational diabetes improves the health of the baby.
Jun 22, 2012:
This quick and easy muffins are as healthy as they are delicious. Indulge a little!
Jun 22, 2012:
Asian Roast Pork Sliders for your weekend dinner!
Jun 22, 2012:
It may be possible to treat depression by delivering happiness to people with depression, suggested by researchers at University of California, Riverside and Duke University Medical Center. Hugs not drugs!
Jun 20, 2012:
This inspirational poem puts diabetes in its place! Written by Marie from Philly, a "diva with diabetes" who isn't about to let her condition bring her down.
Jun 15, 2012:
Mom was right: eating your vegetables is good for you -- now it turns out it's good for your unborn baby, too!
Jun 15, 2012:
Cashews are usually the first nuts to disappear from the bowl -- could they also be key in treating diabetes?
Jun 8, 2012:
This must-see video gives the ABC's on diabetes for those who are newly-diagnosed and those who love them.
Jun 8, 2012:
The brain plays an important role in regulating blood sugars in the body, which could lead to a new kind of diabetes treatment.
Jun 7, 2012:
Healthy breakfast or scrumptious dessert? You be the judge.
Jun 6, 2012:
Seventeen top researchers discuss their work, from new discoveries about the human body to new technologies such as an artificial pancreas.
Jun 6, 2012:
In this video, a leading health care advocate talks about how to live a healthier, happier life by taking charge of your own health care.
Jun 6, 2012:
The book "Think Like a Pancreas" delves into how understanding insulin and the pancreas can help keep us healthier.
Jun 5, 2012:
Can diabetes really make you sleepy? Click to learn why!
Jun 1, 2012:
A recent analysis from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) shows high rates of gestational diabetes among women who gave birth in 2008.
May 18, 2012:
Diabetics have many daily challenges, but for most, their top concern is chronic fatigue.
May 18, 2012:
Baked chicken, sweet potato, and spinach salad is just the ticket for a savory, well-balanced, nutrient-dense Sunday dinner.
May 17, 2012:
Potato skins: a yummy weekend treat!
May 15, 2012:
This animated video was produced by the International Diabetes Federation to warn everyone that diabetes is a global threat. But together, we can find a cure.
May 14, 2012:
Nurse Kelly Henry from the Center for Excellence in Diabetes Education discusses how lifestyle factors can affect your blood sugar levels. Click to watch this important video.
May 11, 2012:
Diabetes, Dr. Seuss style.
May 11, 2012:
Licorice root has been shown to reduce blood sugar levels and offer other anti-diabetes advantages. Click to read more.
May 11, 2012:
Time for breakfast! Don't miss the most important meal of the day, delicious diabetes style.
May 10, 2012:
If you develop gestational diabetes, diet is extremely important. This video presents some great ideas for healthy eating during pregnancy.
May 7, 2012:
About 7% of pregnant women develop gestational diabetes. Just what is it, how does it develop, and how can you avoid it? Click to watch this important video.
May 4, 2012:
Happy Cinco de Mayo! Here's a healthy taco recipe for your Saturday night fiesta.
May 4, 2012:
The American Diabetes Association provides important information about staying safe and healthy when living with diabetes. The following video offers must-have tips about hypoglycemia.
Apr 26, 2012:
What if you had the cellular health of a twenty-year-old? Click to watch this special report!
Apr 20, 2012:
The Glucose Tolerance Test is one of the best ways to test your body's ability to manage blood sugar. This video briefly explains how to do it yourself. Click to learn more.
Apr 20, 2012:
Click to get your free iPhone app for managing diabetes from our friends at My Diabetes Home.
Apr 17, 2012:
American Diabetes Association author and food consultant Nancy Hughes cooks drumsticks to perfection. Quick, easy, and good for diabetics and those who love them.
Apr 13, 2012:
Whether you have diabetes, cook for someone who does, or just love good comfort food, our baked turkey meatballs will hit the spot.
Apr 13, 2012:
Were you paying attention during health class? Test your fitness knowledge and learn how much you really know about getting into shape!
Apr 12, 2012:
We heard you -- loud and clear! Here's an easy, diabetes-friendly dessert anyone can make and enjoy.
Apr 11, 2012:
Chef Tova welcomes you into her kitchen as she cooks up some delicious diabetic-friendly cinnamon rolls. Each roll contains just 1.5g of absorbable carbohydrates -- and a million grams of delicious!
Apr 5, 2012:
If you or someone you love exhibits any of these symptoms, see your doctor immediately.
Apr 3, 2012:
The World in your Hand project asked people touched by diabetes to write a word on their hand describing their feelings about the disease, then photograph it and share it with the world. Here's a video montage of some of the responses they received.
Mar 30, 2012:
In this video, Dr. Siobhan Dolan discusses some of the complications that can arise from gestational diabetes and what risk factors to avoid.
