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Diabetes Nutrition with Shelf Life

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Canned foods, if we select no added sugar or salt, provide a convenient and dependable source of nutrition virtually any time. You may be surprised to know that some foods are more nutritious canned than fresh. So let’s talk about Diabetes nutrition with a shelf life.

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Five Ways to Practice Diabetes Self-Compassion (and forget perfection)

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Diabetes is way more than a physical condition – it’s emotional. Managing this condition ourselves in the comfort of home is a benefit for sure, but the never-ending responsibility is also a weight. I’m happy to share some strategies with you for coping with this responsibility from Dr. Harpreet Nagra at diabetesredefined.com. So let’s review five ways to practice Diabetes self-compassion and forget perfection.

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Sesame-Infused Steamed Haddock

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Eating healthy can still be delicious! That’s one of our main themes here at DiabetesEveryDay, and you’re fortunate that we have generous friends who allow us to share their healthy recipes. This Sesame-Infused Steamed Haddock is superb, and it’s from the new book DASH Diet for Dummies (John Wiley & Sons, 2021) by friends and fellow Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Roseanne Rust and Cindy Kleckner, along with Dr. Sarah Saaman.

Two-thirds of people with diabetes have hypertension (high blood pressure), and the DASH Diet is the answer to both. Try this simple dish, and you will agree (by the way, the authors offer several options to Haddock – watch and see).

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Diabetes Question- Can I Eat Oatmeal?

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Oatmeal is one of those foods that can spike blood sugar, but it’s also a very healthy whole grain noted for its soluble fiber, which can improve blood cholesterol. So how do we maximize the benefits of oatmeal and minimize its effect on blood glucose? Here are some simple tips.

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What Are the Best Snacks for Diabetes?

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Snacking is natural, and diabetes doesn’t necessarily change that. Sometimes, with diabetes snacking is an emergency treatment. So, how do we choose the best snack? Let your blood sugar level be your guide.

Hi there, I’m Toby Smithson, registered dietitian and certified diabetes care and education specialist with DiabetesEveryDay. Let’s talk snacks today, and please remember to sign up for my newsletter, so you never miss out on great tips and recipes.

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