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Diabetes and Exercise

Diabetes and Physical Activity- It’s Never Too Late to Get the Benefits

December 4, 2012 By Toby Smithson

Two recent European studies yielded some striking results related to the benefits of exercise to people with diabetes.

A study of the physical activity patterns over a five year period of more than 15,000 individuals pulled from the Swedish national Diabetes Register found that those who were categorized in a “regular exercise” group (more than three times per week) were significantly less likely to have a cardiovascular event or to die either from cardiovascular disease or any other cause. More significant still, individuals who were initially grouped in a “low physical activity” (exercise once or less often each week) but moved to the “regular exercise” group during the course of the study showed a 67% reduction is cardiovascular events, CV related death, or death from any cause in comparison to subjects who remained inactive.

A group from the German Institute of Human Nutrition determined, through both a prospective study and analysis of 12 other studies, found that higher levels of “total physical activity”, “leisure time physical activity” and “walking” significantly reduced the risk of death in people with diabetes. Leisure time physical activity included gardening, cycling and household work, for instance.

Both studies pointed out that people with diabetes are less likely to be physically active than the general population, but the Swedish study emphasized that “it’s never too late” to gain benefit from becoming more active.Two recent European studies yielded some striking results related to the benefits of exercise to people with diabetes.

A study of the physical activity patterns over a five year period of more than 15,000 individuals pulled from the Swedish national Diabetes Register found that those who were categorized in a “regular exercise” group (more than three times per week) were significantly less likely to have a cardiovascular event or to die either from cardiovascular disease or any other cause. More significant still, individuals who were initially grouped in a “low physical activity” (exercise once or less often each week) but moved to the “regular exercise” group during the course of the study showed a 67% reduction is cardiovascular events, CV related death, or death from any cause in comparison to subjects who remained inactive.

A group from the German Institute of Human Nutrition determined, through both a prospective study and analysis of 12 other studies, found that higher levels of “total physical activity”, “leisure time physical activity” and “walking” significantly reduced the risk of death in people with diabetes. Leisure time physical activity included gardening, cycling and household work, for instance.

Both studies pointed out that people with diabetes are less likely to be physically active than the general population, but the Swedish study emphasized that “it’s never too late” to gain benefit from becoming more active.

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Aerobic Exercise Program Returns Blood Flow Measures to Near Normal in Prediabetes Subjects

May 30, 2012 By Toby Smithson

A study conducted by Dr.  Sabyasachi Sen (Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Mass.) and colleagues found that people with prediabetes had developed similar dysfunction of small blood vessels as people with “full blown” diabetes. However, a structured aerobic exercise program over a six week period improved “vascular reactivity” to near normal levels even without weight loss. Vascular reactivity is, in essence, the flexibility of an artery to expand as blood flows through.

The improvement seen in the participants with prediabetes was significantly greater than similar studies of people with diabetes, where vascular reactivity regained only about one half its normal state.

And, while the participants in this study did not show weight loss or improvements in blood pressure, there was a significant drop in cholesterol levels and inflammation markers, both risk factors for heart disease.

These results suggest not only that exercise is crucial in reducing diabetes-related risk for heart disease, but also that early intervention in the prediabetes state may be much more effective in preserving cardiovascular health.A study conducted by Dr.  Sabyasachi Sen (Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Mass.) and colleagues found that people with prediabetes had developed similar dysfunction of small blood vessels as people with “full blown” diabetes. However, a structured aerobic exercise program over a six week period improved “vascular reactivity” to near normal levels even without weight loss. Vascular reactivity is, in essence, the flexibility of an artery to expand as blood flows through.

The improvement seen in the participants with prediabetes was significantly greater than similar studies of people with diabetes, where vascular reactivity regained only about one half its normal state.

And, while the participants in this study did not show weight loss or improvements in blood pressure, there was a significant drop in cholesterol levels and inflammation markers, both risk factors for heart disease.

These results suggest not only that exercise is crucial in reducing diabetes-related risk for heart disease, but also that early intervention in the prediabetes state may be much more effective in preserving cardiovascular health.

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Aerobic Activity Best at Reducing Dangerous Visceral Fat

August 30, 2011 By Toby Smithson

Researchers at Duke University compared different combinations of exercise among almost 200 overweight and sedentary adults aged 18 to 70, and observed how different exercise regimens affected fat that surrounds internal organs. This abdominal “visceral fat”, has been associated with an increased risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and even some cancers.

Of particular note was the difference over the eight month study between aerobic exercise (jogging) and resistance exercise (weight lifting) when it came to calorie burning and the reduction of visceral fat. The aerobic group jogged 12 miles per week and the resistance group worked out three times per week.

Aerobic exercise significantly reduced visceral fat among that group (and among a group that practiced both aerobic and resistance training), and improved risk factors for heart disease and diabetes such as insulin resistance and blood triglyceride levels. Resistance training alone did not achieve the same results.

Researchers reported that aerobic exercise burned 67% more calories than resistance trainingResearchers at Duke University compared different combinations of exercise among almost 200 overweight and sedentary adults aged 18 to 70, and observed how different exercise regimens affected fat that surrounds internal organs. This abdominal “visceral fat”, has been associated with an increased risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and even some cancers.

Of particular note was the difference over the eight month study between aerobic exercise (jogging) and resistance exercise (weight lifting) when it came to calorie burning and the reduction of visceral fat. The aerobic group jogged 12 miles per week and the resistance group worked out three times per week.

Aerobic exercise significantly reduced visceral fat among that group (and among a group that practiced both aerobic and resistance training), and improved risk factors for heart disease and diabetes such as insulin resistance and blood triglyceride levels. Resistance training alone did not achieve the same results.

Researchers reported that aerobic exercise burned 67% more calories than resistance training

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Modest Activity IS Better Than None

August 2, 2011 By Toby Smithson

A study conducted at Queen’s University in Kingston equipped 135 obese, inactive volunteers with small, hip-mounted accelerometers around the clock for a week. The less active one third of the group recorded just six minutes of moderate activity throughout each day. A middle third recorded an average of 17 minutes. The most active third accumulated a total of 34 minutes per day of moderate activity.

When researchers analyzed the activity patterns, adding up the total amount of sporadic “light” and “moderate” movements in one-minute sections, they found that the most-active group was significantly fitter than the least active group, by an amount corresponding to a 13-per-cent reduction in risk of death from all causes and a 15-per-cent reduction in risk of heart disease. This was despite the fact that none of the subjects did any “exercise” that met a “customary” 10-minute minimum threshold. That threshold had been the position of the American College of Sports Medicine’s 1998 official position.

Last month, a panel released an updated ACSM position to replace the 1998 document. Their discussion of the minimum threshold reflects a more nuanced understanding of the needs of different people:

“Durations of exercise [less than] 10 minutes may result in fitness and health benefits, particularly in sedentary individuals,” they wrote. “However, the data are sparse and inconclusive.”

While this study seemed to confirm that position, the researchers point out that even the most active subjects in this study were still obese and at an elevated risk of a wide variety of health problems. And, that while accumulating two minutes of physical activity here and three minutes there can make a real difference to their health, this modest level of activity is not as beneficial as hitting the standard recommendation of 30 minutes of moderate exercise five times a week.A study conducted at Queen’s University in Kingston equipped 135 obese, inactive volunteers with small, hip-mounted accelerometers around the clock for a week. The less active one third of the group recorded just six minutes of moderate activity throughout each day. A middle third recorded an average of 17 minutes. The most active third accumulated a total of 34 minutes per day of moderate activity.

When researchers analyzed the activity patterns, adding up the total amount of sporadic “light” and “moderate” movements in one-minute sections, they found that the most-active group was significantly fitter than the least active group, by an amount corresponding to a 13-per-cent reduction in risk of death from all causes and a 15-per-cent reduction in risk of heart disease. This was despite the fact that none of the subjects did any “exercise” that met a “customary” 10-minute minimum threshold. That threshold had been the position of the American College of Sports Medicine’s 1998 official position.

Last month, a panel released an updated ACSM position to replace the 1998 document. Their discussion of the minimum threshold reflects a more nuanced understanding of the needs of different people:

“Durations of exercise [less than] 10 minutes may result in fitness and health benefits, particularly in sedentary individuals,” they wrote. “However, the data are sparse and inconclusive.”

While this study seemed to confirm that position, the researchers point out that even the most active subjects in this study were still obese and at an elevated risk of a wide variety of health problems. And, that while accumulating two minutes of physical activity here and three minutes there can make a real difference to their health, this modest level of activity is not as beneficial as hitting the standard recommendation of 30 minutes of moderate exercise five times a week.

Filed Under: EveryDay Exercise

Early Morning Exercise for Blood Pressure Improvements

June 23, 2011 By Toby Smithson

A presentation at the annual meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine and the Second World Congress on Exercise is Medicine suggests that early morning exercise is more beneficial to blood pressure and to getting a good night’s sleep than a workout at 1 PM or 7 PM. Appalachian State University’s Dr. Scott Collier and student research assistants Kimberly Fairbrother and Ben Cartner had research volunteers between the ages of 40 and 60 walking on a treadmill for 30 minutes, three times a week.

Tracking blood pressure and sleep patterns of the volunteers revealed that the early morning group saw a 10% reduction in blood pressure, which lasted throughout the day. Additionally, that group’s blood pressure dropped an average of 25% at night, and they slept longer and had more beneficial sleep cycles. These benefits were not observed in the mid-day or early evening groups.

“We know a rush of hormones is released when a person first awakens in the morning that raises blood pressure,” Collier commented. “Our blood pressure dips at night which helps reset the body, keeping blood pressure within a certain range and relaxing vasculature and the heart. We know the long-term clinical manifestations of poor sleep include hypertension and myocardial infarction or heart attacks. Also, obesity and diabetes can be related to poor sleep. We wanted to know if there could be a best benefit of exercise related to improved blood pressure.” However, Dr. Collier had expected to see the greatest benefits to the 7 PM exercise group.

Collier next will study individuals who exercise at different times of the day to determine if changes in hormone secretion are impacting their blood pressure levels.A presentation at the annual meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine and the Second World Congress on Exercise is Medicine suggests that early morning exercise is more beneficial to blood pressure and to getting a good night’s sleep than a workout at 1 PM or 7 PM. Appalachian State University’s Dr. Scott Collier and student research assistants Kimberly Fairbrother and Ben Cartner had research volunteers between the ages of 40 and 60 walking on a treadmill for 30 minutes, three times a week.

Tracking blood pressure and sleep patterns of the volunteers revealed that the early morning group saw a 10% reduction in blood pressure, which lasted throughout the day. Additionally, that group’s blood pressure dropped an average of 25% at night, and they slept longer and had more beneficial sleep cycles. These benefits were not observed in the mid-day or early evening groups.

“We know a rush of hormones is released when a person first awakens in the morning that raises blood pressure,” Collier commented. “Our blood pressure dips at night which helps reset the body, keeping blood pressure within a certain range and relaxing vasculature and the heart. We know the long-term clinical manifestations of poor sleep include hypertension and myocardial infarction or heart attacks. Also, obesity and diabetes can be related to poor sleep. We wanted to know if there could be a best benefit of exercise related to improved blood pressure.” However, Dr. Collier had expected to see the greatest benefits to the 7 PM exercise group.

Collier next will study individuals who exercise at different times of the day to determine if changes in hormone secretion are impacting their blood pressure levels.

Filed Under: EveryDay Exercise

Exercise Improves Diabetes Glucose Control

May 11, 2011 By Toby Smithson

People with type 2 diabetes can make a significant improvement to their glucose control by getting just over 20 minutes of exercise a day.

In a new summary of the research, doctors pooled the data on exercise to get a better overall picture. The results were encouraging. Taking part in any exercise program that lasted at least 12 weeks improved glucose control.

Aerobic exercise worked best, but resistance exercise (such as using weights) also worked well. More important than the type of exercise was the amount. Those people who exercised for at least two and a half hours a week (just over 20 minutes a day) showed the most impressive results.

The researchers said that the improvement in glucose control was about what you might see if you added a second glucose-control drug to someone’s medication.People with type 2 diabetes can make a significant improvement to their glucose control by getting just over 20 minutes of exercise a day.

In a new summary of the research, doctors pooled the data on exercise to get a better overall picture. The results were encouraging. Taking part in any exercise program that lasted at least 12 weeks improved glucose control.

Aerobic exercise worked best, but resistance exercise (such as using weights) also worked well. More important than the type of exercise was the amount. Those people who exercised for at least two and a half hours a week (just over 20 minutes a day) showed the most impressive results.

The researchers said that the improvement in glucose control was about what you might see if you added a second glucose-control drug to someone’s medication.

Filed Under: EveryDay Exercise

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Wondering what your glucose numbers mean on your fasting blood work? 

If your fasting blood work shows a blood glucose value of 100 -125 mg/dl; you have prediabetes.

If your fasting blood sugar is greater or equal to 126mg/dl, you have diabetes. 

#diabetes #prediabetes #bloodsugar #bloodsugarbalance #diabetesdiagnosis #diabeteseducator #labworkresults #labwork #type1diabetes #type2 #type2diabetes #type2diabetic #diabetestips #diabeteshelp #diabetesmanagement #bloodsugarmanagement

Wondering what your glucose numbers mean on your fasting blood work?

If your fasting blood work shows a blood glucose value of 100 -125 mg/dl; you have prediabetes.

If your fasting blood sugar is greater or equal to 126mg/dl, you have diabetes.

#diabetes #prediabetes #bloodsugar #bloodsugarbalance #diabetesdiagnosis #diabeteseducator #labworkresults #labwork #type1diabetes #type2 #type2diabetes #type2diabetic #diabetestips #diabeteshelp #diabetesmanagement #bloodsugarmanagement
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Blood sugar hack
If you have been diagnosed with diabetes and are taking a medication that can cause low blood sugar or tend to run below target readings, I bet you e heard about treating a low blood sugar with a fast acting carbohydrate. That is correct. But… if you see your blood sugar trending down but not to the 70 mg/dl reading, and it’s close to your meal time, you may be able to stop the low by eating a halo orange! This is one of the tricks I do so that I can get more nutrition (fruit) in my body instead of eating a fast acting carb with little to no nutrition. One halo has about 9 grams of carb which matches up perfectly for me to prevent a further blood sugar dive. 
TY @thewonderfulcompany for all the samples in honor of nutrition month. 
#diabetes #diabeteshelp #diabetesdietitian #diabeteseducator #diabetestips @halosfun #bloodsugarhacks #bloodsugarbalance #bloodsugar #type1 #type1diabetes #type2 #type2diabetes #diabeteswarrior #bloodsugarmanagement #samples

Blood sugar hack
If you have been diagnosed with diabetes and are taking a medication that can cause low blood sugar or tend to run below target readings, I bet you e heard about treating a low blood sugar with a fast acting carbohydrate. That is correct. But… if you see your blood sugar trending down but not to the 70 mg/dl reading, and it’s close to your meal time, you may be able to stop the low by eating a halo orange! This is one of the tricks I do so that I can get more nutrition (fruit) in my body instead of eating a fast acting carb with little to no nutrition. One halo has about 9 grams of carb which matches up perfectly for me to prevent a further blood sugar dive.
TY @thewonderfulcompany for all the samples in honor of nutrition month.
#diabetes #diabeteshelp #diabetesdietitian #diabeteseducator #diabetestips @halosfun #bloodsugarhacks #bloodsugarbalance #bloodsugar #type1 #type1diabetes #type2 #type2diabetes #diabeteswarrior #bloodsugarmanagement #samples
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#truth 
Diabetes is a full time job + 
24 hours a day/7days a week.
Make sure you take quiet moments like this blue heron I spotted today. I took a walk and then checked my blood sugar to make sure it was in target and then let go… I took a 30 minute break of not thinking about diabetes… and if you know me, you’ll know I certainly wasn’t thinking about catching a fish.
#diabeteslife #diabetes #diabeteseducator #type1 #type2 #type2diabetes #type1diabetes #prediabetes #diabeteslookslikeme #stressreduction #plantbased #diabetesmanagement #blueheron #bythesea #zenmoment

#truth
Diabetes is a full time job +
24 hours a day/7days a week.
Make sure you take quiet moments like this blue heron I spotted today. I took a walk and then checked my blood sugar to make sure it was in target and then let go… I took a 30 minute break of not thinking about diabetes… and if you know me, you’ll know I certainly wasn’t thinking about catching a fish.
#diabeteslife #diabetes #diabeteseducator #type1 #type2 #type2diabetes #type1diabetes #prediabetes #diabeteslookslikeme #stressreduction #plantbased #diabetesmanagement #blueheron #bythesea #zenmoment
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Go microGREEN!
I found another diabetes friendly food that I love and is an easy way to add a burst of flavors to my meal or snacks without adding lots of carb and calories. 

Added bonus to the flight of flavors in these microgreens is the nutritional value- they contain about 5x more vitamins and carotenoids than mature plants. 
I’ve been topping my salads or using the microgreens as my salad at lunch and dinner. My husband has been using the spicy micro wasabi mustard on his sandwiches instead of a spread. Thanks for introducing me with the samples @aerofarms 

#diabetes #diabetic #diabetesrecipes #diabeticrecipes #diabetestips #diabeteshelp #diabeteshealth #microgreens #superfood #health #nutrition #nutritionist #healthyrecipe #healthyfood #eatinghealthy #eatingwell #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #diabetesnutritionist #diabeteseducator #a1c #bloodsugar #lowbloodsugar #lowa1c #diabetesfriendly #diabetesmeals #mealprep #eatgreens #stpatricksday #sample

Go microGREEN!
I found another diabetes friendly food that I love and is an easy way to add a burst of flavors to my meal or snacks without adding lots of carb and calories.

Added bonus to the flight of flavors in these microgreens is the nutritional value- they contain about 5x more vitamins and carotenoids than mature plants.
I’ve been topping my salads or using the microgreens as my salad at lunch and dinner. My husband has been using the spicy micro wasabi mustard on his sandwiches instead of a spread. Thanks for introducing me with the samples @aerofarms

#diabetes #diabetic #diabetesrecipes #diabeticrecipes #diabetestips #diabeteshelp #diabeteshealth #microgreens #superfood #health #nutrition #nutritionist #healthyrecipe #healthyfood #eatinghealthy #eatingwell #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #diabetesnutritionist #diabeteseducator #a1c #bloodsugar #lowbloodsugar #lowa1c #diabetesfriendly #diabetesmeals #mealprep #eatgreens #stpatricksday #sample
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Craving a snack but not sure which is a good choice for managing diabetes? 

I’ve got you covered with delicious ideas that are diabetes friendly.  Did I capture some of your favorites? 

https://health.usnews.com/wellness/food/articles/best-snacks-for-diabetics

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Craving a snack but not sure which is a good choice for managing diabetes?

I’ve got you covered with delicious ideas that are diabetes friendly. Did I capture some of your favorites?

https://health.usnews.com/wellness/food/articles/best-snacks-for-diabetics

@usnews #diabetes #diabetessnacks #diabetesfriendly #type1 #type1diabetes #type2 #type2diabetes #prediabetes #diabetesfood #diabeteshelp #diabetestips #diabetesdietitian #diabeteslookslikeme
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Thank you for continued research in diabetes. The latest clinical trials are for a device that has the potential to treat type 1 diabetes. There is FDA clearance for a new device that is immunoprotective. 

Yay, no worry related to immunosuppressants. It’s developed by Vertex and is a stem cell-derived, fully differentiated pancreatic islet cell therapy. 

@vertexpharmaceuticals 

#type1 #type1diabetes #type1warrior #typeonediabetes #typeone #diabeteshelp #diabeteseducator #diabetesdietitian #diabeteslookslikeme 
#diabetesresearch 
#diabetesmanagement

Thank you for continued research in diabetes. The latest clinical trials are for a device that has the potential to treat type 1 diabetes. There is FDA clearance for a new device that is immunoprotective.

Yay, no worry related to immunosuppressants. It’s developed by Vertex and is a stem cell-derived, fully differentiated pancreatic islet cell therapy.

@vertexpharmaceuticals

#type1 #type1diabetes #type1warrior #typeonediabetes #typeone #diabeteshelp #diabeteseducator #diabetesdietitian #diabeteslookslikeme
#diabetesresearch
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I can’t think of a better way to celebrate RDN day ( registered dietitian nutritionist) then having @annamsrdn here visiting. We’ve been friends and colleagues for 18 years. We toasted the day with delicious grilled vegetables. #rdnday #rdn #dietitian #dietitianeats @eatright_pro

I can’t think of a better way to celebrate RDN day ( registered dietitian nutritionist) then having @annamsrdn here visiting. We’ve been friends and colleagues for 18 years. We toasted the day with delicious grilled vegetables. #rdnday #rdn #dietitian #dietitianeats @eatright_pro ...

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Answering a question that came from my followers… can people with diabetes eat crackers? Check out my latest YouTube video for the answer.  Link to YouTube in my bio.

#diabetes #diabetestips #diabeteshelp #crackers #bestcrackers @topseedzsnacks #sample #diabetesdietitian #diabeteslookslikeme

Answering a question that came from my followers… can people with diabetes eat crackers? Check out my latest YouTube video for the answer. Link to YouTube in my bio.

#diabetes #diabetestips #diabeteshelp #crackers #bestcrackers @topseedzsnacks #sample #diabetesdietitian #diabeteslookslikeme
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Having a Cuatro de Marzo Party serving Fish Tacos. 🌮. Making sure it will be diabetes friendly for me and good for all! 👏

#diabetes #diabetic #diabetesrecipes #diabeticrecipes #diabetestips #diabeteshelp #diabeteshealth #health #nutrition #nutritionist #healthyrecipe #healthyfood #eatinghealthy #eatingwell #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #diabetesremission #diabetesnutritionist #a1c #bloodsugar #diabetesfriendly #diabetesmeals #mealprep #tacos #fishtacos

Having a Cuatro de Marzo Party serving Fish Tacos. 🌮. Making sure it will be diabetes friendly for me and good for all! 👏

#diabetes #diabetic #diabetesrecipes #diabeticrecipes #diabetestips #diabeteshelp #diabeteshealth #health #nutrition #nutritionist #healthyrecipe #healthyfood #eatinghealthy #eatingwell #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #diabetesremission #diabetesnutritionist #a1c #bloodsugar #diabetesfriendly #diabetesmeals #mealprep #tacos #fishtacos
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70% off insulin? YES!!!

Thank you @elilillyco for listening and taking action by lowering prices of Humalog and Humulin insulin. 

This can potentially benefit ~ 6 million people who take insulin. 

#insulin #insulin4all #diabetes #type1 #type1diabetes #type2 #type2diabetes #diabeteseducator #diabetesmanagement #typeonediabetes

70% off insulin? YES!!!

Thank you @elilillyco for listening and taking action by lowering prices of Humalog and Humulin insulin.

This can potentially benefit ~ 6 million people who take insulin.

#insulin #insulin4all #diabetes #type1 #type1diabetes #type2 #type2diabetes #diabeteseducator #diabetesmanagement #typeonediabetes
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Erythritol, what? 
Did you have the same reaction that I did after reading/listening to the latest headlines “Artificial sweetener erythritol linked to heart attack and stroke, study finds”?
What? People at risk are those who are at risk for heart disease and have diabetes? What? That’s us!

Ok, it’s important to read past the headline. Here’s a couple points to ponder…
1) there are limitations to this study
2) the participants already had a high prevalence of heart disease
3)the finding were an association, not a causation. Not if you do this, you will definitely get that.
4) a very important component was left out of the study… they didn’t look at the participants diet.

And… the study notes, more research is needed.

#diabetes
#sugaralcohol  #sugaralcohols #erythritol #type2 #type1diabetes #type1 #type2diabetes #diabetestips #diabeteseducator #eatinghealthy

Erythritol, what?
Did you have the same reaction that I did after reading/listening to the latest headlines “Artificial sweetener erythritol linked to heart attack and stroke, study finds”?
What? People at risk are those who are at risk for heart disease and have diabetes? What? That’s us!

Ok, it’s important to read past the headline. Here’s a couple points to ponder…
1) there are limitations to this study
2) the participants already had a high prevalence of heart disease
3)the finding were an association, not a causation. Not if you do this, you will definitely get that.
4) a very important component was left out of the study… they didn’t look at the participants diet.

And… the study notes, more research is needed.

#diabetes
#sugaralcohol #sugaralcohols #erythritol #type2 #type1diabetes #type1 #type2diabetes #diabetestips #diabeteseducator #eatinghealthy
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Did you know? Exercise doesn’t always bring blood sugar down. 
If you are a Pickle ball player, this activity may raise blood sugar due to an adrenaline rush where more glucose released into your bloodstream. 

This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t play, just know you may first see a rise in blood sugar. 

#pickleball #diabetes #diabetic #diabetestips #health #exercise #nutritionist #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #diabetesremission #diabetesnutritionist #a1c #bloodsugar #highbloodsugar #lowa1c #diabetesandexercise #bloodsugarandexercise

Did you know? Exercise doesn’t always bring blood sugar down.
If you are a Pickle ball player, this activity may raise blood sugar due to an adrenaline rush where more glucose released into your bloodstream.

This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t play, just know you may first see a rise in blood sugar.

#pickleball #diabetes #diabetic #diabetestips #health #exercise #nutritionist #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #diabetesremission #diabetesnutritionist #a1c #bloodsugar #highbloodsugar #lowa1c #diabetesandexercise #bloodsugarandexercise
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So many followers with diabetes ask me, “can I eat sweetpotatoes without spiking my blood sugar levels?” 

Don’t let the “sweet” in “sweetpotato” fool you - this root is actually a nutritional powerhouse loaded with vitamin A, potassium, and fiber which will actually help you keep your blood sugar balanced! 

But there’s an important detail that not many people know about - we should be consuming the SKIN of our sweetpotatoes to really lower our glycemic index and maximize our fiber intake. So when it comes to sweetpotatoes, you can put that peeler away!

Portioning is also highly important for maintaining your blood sugar levels. Learn more about how to safely portion your sweetpotatoes in my YouTube video, “How to Eat Sweet Potatoes for Balanced Blood Sugar!” 

Another fun fact: You might have noticed that I spell “sweetpotato” as one word. That’s because according to many experts, this is the correct way to spell it, since sweetpotatoes are not a kind of potato but a different vegetable entirely! 

For more Sweetpotato facts and recipes, be sure to check out @ncsweetpotatoes 🧡

#diabetes #diabetic #diabetesrecipes #diabeticrecipes #diabetestips #diabeteshelp #diabeteshealth #sweetpotato #sweetpotatorecipes #superfood #health #nutrition #nutritionist #healthyrecipe #healthyfood #eatinghealthy #eatingwell #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #diabetesremission #diabetesnutritionist #a1c #bloodsugar #lowbloodsugar #diabetesmeals #mealprep #eatsweetnc #NCsweetpotato #MakeItNCsweet

So many followers with diabetes ask me, “can I eat sweetpotatoes without spiking my blood sugar levels?” 

Don’t let the “sweet” in “sweetpotato” fool you - this root is actually a nutritional powerhouse loaded with vitamin A, potassium, and fiber which will actually help you keep your blood sugar balanced! 

But there’s an important detail that not many people know about - we should be consuming the SKIN of our sweetpotatoes to really lower our glycemic index and maximize our fiber intake. So when it comes to sweetpotatoes, you can put that peeler away!

Portioning is also highly important for maintaining your blood sugar levels. Learn more about how to safely portion your sweetpotatoes in my YouTube video, “How to Eat Sweet Potatoes for Balanced Blood Sugar!” 

Another fun fact: You might have noticed that I spell “sweetpotato” as one word. That’s because according to many experts, this is the correct way to spell it, since sweetpotatoes are not a kind of potato but a different vegetable entirely! 

For more Sweetpotato facts and recipes, be sure to check out @ncsweetpotatoes 🧡

#diabetes #diabetic #diabetesrecipes #diabeticrecipes #diabetestips #diabeteshelp #diabeteshealth #sweetpotato #sweetpotatorecipes #superfood #health #nutrition #nutritionist #healthyrecipe #healthyfood #eatinghealthy #eatingwell #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #diabetesremission #diabetesnutritionist #a1c #bloodsugar #lowbloodsugar #diabetesmeals #mealprep #eatsweetnc #NCsweetpotato #MakeItNCsweet
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Are you a frequent shopper at Trader Joe’s ( if not, you may want to give it a try)? Check out the great shopping list of dietitians favorites in the latest @huffpost by @kendrickjulie516 
@traderjoes #groceryshopping #grocerlist #diabetesfriendly #healthyeating #plantbasedfood 
@sharonpalmerrd @vanessarissettord @chelseyamernutrition @mpmnutrition @bianca.the.rd @thelifestyledietitian_ 

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/best-healthy-trader-joes-foods_l_63e15c4de4b07c0c7e0be4f8

Are you a frequent shopper at Trader Joe’s ( if not, you may want to give it a try)? Check out the great shopping list of dietitians favorites in the latest @huffpost by @kendrickjulie516
@traderjoes #groceryshopping #grocerlist #diabetesfriendly #healthyeating #plantbasedfood
@sharonpalmerrd @vanessarissettord @chelseyamernutrition @mpmnutrition @bianca.the.rd @thelifestyledietitian_

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/best-healthy-trader-joes-foods_l_63e15c4de4b07c0c7e0be4f8
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Getting ZAVVY? 

There’s a new SGLT2i medication that’s been added to the list of type 2 diabetes meds. ZAVVY (short for brenzavvy) joins farxiga, jardiance, invokana, and steglatro. 

Along with diet and exercise, ZAVVY lowers A1C, weight, and blood pressure. 

Talk to your doctor if this is an option for you. 

#diabetes #type2 #type2diabetes #diabetestype2 #diabetesmedication #diabetesmanagement #diabetesawareness #diabetesinformation #sglt2

Getting ZAVVY?

There’s a new SGLT2i medication that’s been added to the list of type 2 diabetes meds. ZAVVY (short for brenzavvy) joins farxiga, jardiance, invokana, and steglatro.

Along with diet and exercise, ZAVVY lowers A1C, weight, and blood pressure.

Talk to your doctor if this is an option for you.

#diabetes #type2 #type2diabetes #diabetestype2 #diabetesmedication #diabetesmanagement #diabetesawareness #diabetesinformation #sglt2
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Great news for people diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes and are on Medicare! 

The new Dexcom G7 will be available to all Medicare patients who meet the eligibility. This doesn’t cover people with type 2 who take basal insulin. 

#diabetes #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #medicarecoverage #continuousglucosemonitoring #dexcom #dexcomg7 #diabetesmanagement #type2 #type1

Great news for people diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes and are on Medicare!

The new Dexcom G7 will be available to all Medicare patients who meet the eligibility. This doesn’t cover people with type 2 who take basal insulin.

#diabetes #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #medicarecoverage #continuousglucosemonitoring #dexcom #dexcomg7 #diabetesmanagement #type2 #type1
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Fun fact: 🍠 Sweetpotato is not a yam. 

Sweetpotatoes are a root; yams are a tuber.

Use 5 grams carb per ounce of potato consumed 🍠

Use 42 grams carb for 1 cup of cubed yams

#diabetes #type1diabetes #prediabetes #type2diabetes 
@ncsweetpotato #makeitNCsweet #nationalsweetpotatomonth #ncsweetpotatoes #potatoes #yams

Fun fact: 🍠 Sweetpotato is not a yam.

Sweetpotatoes are a root; yams are a tuber.

Use 5 grams carb per ounce of potato consumed 🍠

Use 42 grams carb for 1 cup of cubed yams

#diabetes #type1diabetes #prediabetes #type2diabetes
@ncsweetpotato #makeitNCsweet #nationalsweetpotatomonth #ncsweetpotatoes #potatoes #yams
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Congrats Dexcom on the launch of the new G7 continuous glucose monitor (CGM) as seen on Super Bowl 57. Did anyone else find it odd that the CGM would need to be advertised to a wide audience? I don’t know of anyone with type 1 nor many with type 2, who don’t know that Dexcom is a potential (cost prohibitive) option as part of diabetes management.  End of rant. 

#superbowlcommercials #dexcom #diabetes #diabetesonlinecommunity #diabetestype2 #diabetestype1 #typeonediabetes #type1 #type1diabetes #type2 #type2diabetes #diabetesmanagement #continuosglucosemonitor

Congrats Dexcom on the launch of the new G7 continuous glucose monitor (CGM) as seen on Super Bowl 57. Did anyone else find it odd that the CGM would need to be advertised to a wide audience? I don’t know of anyone with type 1 nor many with type 2, who don’t know that Dexcom is a potential (cost prohibitive) option as part of diabetes management. End of rant.

#superbowlcommercials #dexcom #diabetes #diabetesonlinecommunity #diabetestype2 #diabetestype1 #typeonediabetes #type1 #type1diabetes #type2 #type2diabetes #diabetesmanagement #continuosglucosemonitor
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Can you eat chocolate??? Not all chocolate is created equal when it comes to health benefits. Yes, there are health benefits to eating chocolate 🙌 Opt for dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa which is rich in antioxidants. With cocoa powder, choose the lighter powder ( un-dutched)vs a darker powder because it contains more antioxidants. 
One of my fav recipes is my own chocolate chia pudding. You can find the recipe on my Diabetes Everyday YouTube channel. Tap on linktree to get to my YouTube. 
#diabetes #diabetesfriendly #fiber #chocolate #chiapudding #chiapuddingrecipe #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #type2 #type1 #hearthealth #valentinesdayrecipes #valentinesday

Can you eat chocolate??? Not all chocolate is created equal when it comes to health benefits. Yes, there are health benefits to eating chocolate 🙌 Opt for dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa which is rich in antioxidants. With cocoa powder, choose the lighter powder ( un-dutched)vs a darker powder because it contains more antioxidants.
One of my fav recipes is my own chocolate chia pudding. You can find the recipe on my Diabetes Everyday YouTube channel. Tap on linktree to get to my YouTube.
#diabetes #diabetesfriendly #fiber #chocolate #chiapudding #chiapuddingrecipe #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #type2 #type1 #hearthealth #valentinesdayrecipes #valentinesday
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Guess what made my list of best foods to include for prediabetes and diabetes management? Here’s the link to the article in Forbes…
#diabetes #type2diabetes #prediabetes #type1diabetes #typeonediabetes #diabetesawareness #nuts @californiaalmonds #almonds #healthyfats #diabetesfriendly #diabetesdiet @forbes 

https://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid&tid=63e3428227c5495ca83dcd2d954d4de7&url=https://www.forbes.com/health/body/prediabetes-diet/&c=15755338635719548451&mkt=en-us

Guess what made my list of best foods to include for prediabetes and diabetes management? Here’s the link to the article in Forbes…
#diabetes #type2diabetes #prediabetes #type1diabetes #typeonediabetes #diabetesawareness #nuts @californiaalmonds #almonds #healthyfats #diabetesfriendly #diabetesdiet @forbes

https://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid&tid=63e3428227c5495ca83dcd2d954d4de7&url=https://www.forbes.com/health/body/prediabetes-diet/&c=15755338635719548451&mkt=en-us
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