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Diabetes Friendly and EASY-Lemon Garlic Salmon

August 16, 2017 By Toby Smithson

Join Toby as she prepares one of our favorite healthy dishes. Lemon Garlic Salmon has only five easy ingredients, and can be whipped up in only a few minutes. And, by the way, it’s delicious. It’s a frequent item on our weekly menu for a good reason.

Filed Under: Eating Healthy, Videos Tagged With: healthy recipes

Toby’s Diabetes “Power Foods”

July 1, 2017 By Toby Smithson

In Diabetes Meal Planning and Nutrition for Dummies Toby listed her top 10 diabetes “power foods”, food we should try and have regularly. In this video she reveals three of those powerful ten that share a couple of very important things in common. Watch this clip and see if you know what these foods share, and see if you can find a way to have them more often.

Filed Under: Eating Healthy, Understanding Diabetes, Videos

Toby Recommends Chicken Pasta Stew

May 20, 2017 By Toby Smithson

Need a little comforting? How about a comfort food with an ingredient that some people with diabetes think is forbidden- pasta. This recipe on loan from Brenda Ponichtera, from her 2009 book Quick & Healthy, Volume II (Small Steps Press) has a 1 1/2 cup serving size, with pasta, ringing the carbohydrate bell at only 25 grams. That’s modest enough that we’ve included a dinner roll and a dessert in the menu this week. Join Toby as she prepares this quick and health comfort dish.

Filed Under: Eating Healthy, Videos Tagged With: healthy recipes

Toby’s Healthier Egg Muffins

May 14, 2017 By Toby Smithson

Join Toby as she prepares her recipe for this fast food favorite, minus the paper bag. Eggs are a fabulous source of high quality protein, sometimes called the perfect protein based upon the bioavailability of nine “essential” amino acids (amino acids that must come from food sources). You can find this recipe in Toby’s book, Diabetes Meal Planning and Nutrition for Dummies (John Wiley & Sons, 2013).

Filed Under: Eating Healthy, Videos Tagged With: healthy recipes

Thoughts About Blood Sugar Monitoring

April 2, 2017 By Toby Smithson

I read a great article recently that included blood glucose testing, but parts of the article really bother me.  While the article was essentially about whether health tracking is useful with all of the new apps available for users, one angle of the article was about how unsuccessful home blood sugar monitoring has been over a 3o year period. The author called people with diabetes “early adopters” of health tracking, and pointed out that most hate it.

First, a 2001 study found only 5% of people with diabetes actually do daily testing, 65% admitting to testing less than once a month.  More concerning to me, the reason people don’t test is that they see testing as an enemy – out to remind them how poorly they’re doing. Add to this a move in some circles to stop reimbursements for testing supplies based in large part on evidence that people with diabetes don’t use testing to change behavior, and a big problem is brewing. There is a terrible disconnect within our medical system.

I know how incredibly valuable testing is….with type 1 diabetes it’s simply impossible to work things out by guessing. But, testing can be valuable for type 2 diabetes too if you use the tool to get relevant information, and to make changes. Here’s an example. My friend Mike often tests after meal just to see how a certain food has affected his blood sugar. His behavior changes aren’t major – if his blood sugar goes too high he knows that particular food doesn’t fit his metabolism well. This is how blood sugar testing can serve to improve control over time, and improved control means better health.

Contrast this to another friend who has been prescribed one test each day, first thing in the morning. Essentially, a fasting glucose 365 times a year. Guess what? Her blood sugar is virtually the same every day. There is no data upon which to make changes, and there’s no data that could possibly be any more valuable than an A1C every 3 to 6 months. This is a waste of resources and a burden on my friend, but I can’t convince her to stop because this is what her general practitioner has told her to do. She hates it, of course.

Here’s the problem. Medical policy makers in government programs and with private insurers do not provide adequate coverage for education and support time with diabetes educators.  More time with educators could result in a better understanding of testing, and less anxiety about doing it because a purpose could be defined. Some of the responsibility is with patients. But, most people want to do better with self management, and this complex condition does require active participation by those of us who stand to benefit the most – patients. I hope our members at DiabetesEveryDay will share their thoughts about testing with me. I am concerned about this marvelous tool being so misunderstood by those who could gain so much.

 

Filed Under: Blog, Medications and Monitoring Health

Baked Beets

February 24, 2017 By Toby Smithson

It can hardly get any simpler than wrapping a beet in foil, and baking it for an hour. But, what a reward. Join Toby as she prepares this brightly colored vegetable for dinner this week.

Filed Under: Eating Healthy, Videos Tagged With: healthy recipes, vegetables

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Took my #englishspringerspaniel for a walk to the #beach to meetup with her sister. I feel like this photo can be straight out of a movie. What’s the caption you’d write for this photo?  #relaxationtime #stressrelief #englishspringerrescueamerica #englishspringerspanielsofinstagram #englishspringerspanielsofig #diabetesmanagement

Took my #englishspringerspaniel for a walk to the #beach to meetup with her sister. I feel like this photo can be straight out of a movie. What’s the caption you’d write for this photo? #relaxationtime #stressrelief #englishspringerrescueamerica #englishspringerspanielsofinstagram #englishspringerspanielsofig #diabetesmanagement ...

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Nobody asks for this job but if you’ve been diagnosed with #type1diabetes or #type2diabetes, you are a “ #Diabetes Manager”. 
Note: #healthylifestyle is number 1 on the daily task list. #healthyeating #exercise #monitoring #bloodsugar #diabetesmanagement 
#diabetescommunity #diabetesonlinecommunity  #diabeteslife  https://youtu.be/BmV54BJZ0aQ

Nobody asks for this job but if you’ve been diagnosed with #type1diabetes or #type2diabetes, you are a “ #Diabetes Manager”.
Note: #healthylifestyle is number 1 on the daily task list. #healthyeating #exercise #monitoring #bloodsugar #diabetesmanagement
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Trying something new this year for our #vegetablegarden by growing #tomatoes and #bellpeppers via a #hydroponicgarden .  Does anyone have any tips for replanting in my garden after last frost date?  #haveaplant #freshtomatoes #healthyeating #stressrelief #freshvegetables #southcarolina

Trying something new this year for our #vegetablegarden by growing #tomatoes and #bellpeppers via a #hydroponicgarden . Does anyone have any tips for replanting in my garden after last frost date? #haveaplant #freshtomatoes #healthyeating #stressrelief #freshvegetables #southcarolina ...

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#diabetes #diabetestype1 #diabetestype2 #diabetesmanagement #diabetescommunity #diabetessupport #diabeteseducation #type1diabetes #type2diabetes

#diabetes #diabetestype1 #diabetestype2 #diabetesmanagement #diabetescommunity #diabetessupport #diabeteseducation #type1diabetes #type2diabetes ...

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Best picks from myself and fellow dietitians when driving thru the #fastfood lane.  @huffingtonpost_ https://www.huffpost.com/entry/healthy-fast-food-drive-thru_l_5ff5ce55c5b665581f66efe2

Best picks from myself and fellow dietitians when driving thru the #fastfood lane. @huffingtonpost_ https://www.huffpost.com/entry/healthy-fast-food-drive-thru_l_5ff5ce55c5b665581f66efe2 ...

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Happy #NationalLoveYourDogDay Addie. Rescuing you was one of the best things that happened in 2020! #EnglishSpringer #englishspringerrescueamerica #englishspringerspaniel  #englishspringerspanielsofinstagram #englishspringerspaniels #englishspringerrescue

Happy #NationalLoveYourDogDay Addie. Rescuing you was one of the best things that happened in 2020! #EnglishSpringer #englishspringerrescueamerica #englishspringerspaniel #englishspringerspanielsofinstagram #englishspringerspaniels #englishspringerrescue ...

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It was a lot of fun watching a movie that our #englishspringerspaniel loved too! She was listening to every chirp from the magpie in the Penguin Bloom movie. #englishspringerspanielsofinstagram #englishspringerspaniels #englishspringerrescueamerica #englishspringerrescue

It was a lot of fun watching a movie that our #englishspringerspaniel loved too! She was listening to every chirp from the magpie in the Penguin Bloom movie. #englishspringerspanielsofinstagram #englishspringerspaniels #englishspringerrescueamerica #englishspringerrescue ...

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Happy #cannedfoodmonth ! With all the winter storms or heavy rain we’ve experienced, it’s a perfect time to make sure your pantry is well stocked. Video link in YouTube bio. #cannedfoodfan @pacificcoastproducers1971 #cannedfruit #cannedfood #diabetes #cannedtomatoes #diabetesmanagement @cannedfoodfan #healthyeating

Happy #cannedfoodmonth ! With all the winter storms or heavy rain we’ve experienced, it’s a perfect time to make sure your pantry is well stocked. Video link in YouTube bio. #cannedfoodfan @pacificcoastproducers1971 #cannedfruit #cannedfood #diabetes #cannedtomatoes #diabetesmanagement @cannedfoodfan #healthyeating ...

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Very important message for everyone although this #video is directly related to people with #diabetes . Link to video is in bio under #youtube.  Are you hard on yourself? A perfectionist? Do you show yourself #compassion? Thank you @diabetesredefined for sharing your wisdom. #bekind #bekindtoyourself #diabetesmanagement #diabetescommunityonline

Very important message for everyone although this #video is directly related to people with #diabetes . Link to video is in bio under #youtube. Are you hard on yourself? A perfectionist? Do you show yourself #compassion? Thank you @diabetesredefined for sharing your wisdom. #bekind #bekindtoyourself #diabetesmanagement #diabetescommunityonline ...

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Shout out to canned foods during #nationalcannedfoods month. People with #diabetes can choose the option of canned #fruits in natural juice instead of light or heavy syrup. #cannedfoods Pacific Coast Producers Fan Page #cannedfruit #diabetesmanagement #healthyeating #diabetescommunity #diabetesfriendly @pacificcoastproducers1971

Shout out to canned foods during #nationalcannedfoods month. People with #diabetes can choose the option of canned #fruits in natural juice instead of light or heavy syrup. #cannedfoods Pacific Coast Producers Fan Page #cannedfruit #diabetesmanagement #healthyeating #diabetescommunity #diabetesfriendly @pacificcoastproducers1971 ...

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Looking for some new #recipes that are #hearthealthy ? I’m thankful that fellow registered dietitians @cindykleckner and @chewthefacts loaned me one of their #fish recipes to share with you all.  Check out this video link in my bio. #americanheartassociation  #wearredday #diabetesfriendly #lowcarb #diabetescommunity #dashdiet #healthyeating #type1diabetes #type2diabetes

Looking for some new #recipes that are #hearthealthy ? I’m thankful that fellow registered dietitians @cindykleckner and @chewthefacts loaned me one of their #fish recipes to share with you all. Check out this video link in my bio. #americanheartassociation #wearredday #diabetesfriendly #lowcarb #diabetescommunity #dashdiet #healthyeating #type1diabetes #type2diabetes ...

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Thrilled to receive #covidvaccine #2. 
Aside from my happiness of no snow, no freezing temperatures, I’m also glad to live in a small town where it literally took me 10 minutes to drive to the vaccine clinic at the local hospital. #stayingsafe #stayinghealthy

Thrilled to receive #covidvaccine #2.
Aside from my happiness of no snow, no freezing temperatures, I’m also glad to live in a small town where it literally took me 10 minutes to drive to the vaccine clinic at the local hospital. #stayingsafe #stayinghealthy
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I LOVE this topic on #ForestBathing and even more research has emerged about the benefits during uncertain times. #selfcare #stressfreechallenge @usnews  How to Use Nature to Reduce Stress – and More
https://health.usnews.com/health-news/blogs/eat-run/articles/benefits-of-forest-bathing-for-stress
Research shows that forest bathing offers significant benefits for physical and mental health. New studies show it can also help manage blood sugar levels for people with #diabetes.

I LOVE this topic on #ForestBathing and even more research has emerged about the benefits during uncertain times. #selfcare #stressfreechallenge @usnews

How to Use Nature to Reduce Stress – and More
https://health.usnews.com/health-news/blogs/eat-run/articles/benefits-of-forest-bathing-for-stress
Research shows that forest bathing offers significant benefits for physical and mental health. New studies show it can also help manage blood sugar levels for people with #diabetes.
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This is one of the most asked questions... what’s the best #snack? Here is my response...
#diabetes #diabetesmanagement #diabetescommunity #healthyeating #nuts @californiaalmonds almonds @superseedz #fruit #haveaplant #cheese #yogurt #tea #coffee #vegetables #chiaseeds 
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This is one of the most asked questions... what’s the best #snack? Here is my response...
#diabetes #diabetesmanagement #diabetescommunity #healthyeating #nuts @californiaalmonds almonds @superseedz #fruit #haveaplant #cheese #yogurt #tea #coffee #vegetables #chiaseeds
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Celebrating #NationalOatmealMonth with the lowdown on best and favorite choices for people with #diabetes. Info is good for everyone to hear.  P.S .I eat #oats every morning all year long. #oatmealmonth #diabetesonlinecommunity #diabetesmanagement #healthyeating #carbs #carbohydrates #fiber
@bobsredmill @quaker  #oatmeal #steelcutoats #rolledoats #quickoats #hemphearts @manitobaharvest @almondsmx #pistachios #peanuts #eggenthusiast @wonderfulpistachios @peanutrd @peanutinstitute @egg.nutrition 
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Celebrating #NationalOatmealMonth with the lowdown on best and favorite choices for people with #diabetes. Info is good for everyone to hear. P.S .I eat #oats every morning all year long. #oatmealmonth #diabetesonlinecommunity #diabetesmanagement #healthyeating #carbs #carbohydrates #fiber
@bobsredmill @quaker #oatmeal #steelcutoats #rolledoats #quickoats #hemphearts @manitobaharvest @almondsmx #pistachios #peanuts #eggenthusiast @wonderfulpistachios @peanutrd @peanutinstitute @egg.nutrition
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Have you tried this yet? Most definitely top of my list of things to do lately. This #video is worth viewing for everyone, not just for people with #diabetes. Link to video in bio  #diabetesmanagement #forestbathing #forestbathing🌲🌲🌲 #type1diabetes #type2diabetes  #type1 #type2 #relaxation #stressrelief #stressmanagement #stressreliever

Have you tried this yet? Most definitely top of my list of things to do lately. This #video is worth viewing for everyone, not just for people with #diabetes. Link to video in bio #diabetesmanagement #forestbathing #forestbathing🌲🌲🌲 #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #type1 #type2 #relaxation #stressrelief #stressmanagement #stressreliever ...

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Double thankful: got my #COVID19 #vaccine today and so glad to be living in a small town because it was quick and easy...no waiting in any line, vaccine didn’t hurt, staff was super friendly and people I knew from my neighborhood! #Igotmyshot

Double thankful: got my #COVID19 #vaccine today and so glad to be living in a small town because it was quick and easy...no waiting in any line, vaccine didn’t hurt, staff was super friendly and people I knew from my neighborhood! #Igotmyshot ...

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Need some distraction from the stress of the day? These two springers are step
Sisters. Rescued from the same household several states away and coincidentally reunited as the owners (myself and Diane Myers-Mosher) live in the same subdivision. ❤️ #englishspringerspaniels #englishspringerrescue #englishspringerrescueassociation @dimmosher

Need some distraction from the stress of the day? These two springers are step
Sisters. Rescued from the same household several states away and coincidentally reunited as the owners (myself and Diane Myers-Mosher) live in the same subdivision. ❤️ #englishspringerspaniels #englishspringerrescue #englishspringerrescueassociation @dimmosher
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Needing a distraction from the news? Let’s talk healthy eating for the new year for people with #diabetes - Starting soon. @diabetesstrong_ig

Needing a distraction from the news? Let’s talk healthy eating for the new year for people with #diabetes - Starting soon. @diabetesstrong_ig ...

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