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4 Sneaky Signs Your Blood Sugar is Out of Control

high blood sugar out of control

Unless, you routinely measure your blood sugar levels at home, you may not even realize when your blood sugar is out of control. But there are several sneaky signs of high blood sugar and low blood sugar.  Because the warning signs that your blood sugar…

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Lentil Sloppy Joes Recipe: a healthy, delicious take on an old favorite

Lentil Sloppy Joes on a bun

Sweet and savory. Delicious and nutritious. Fiber-rich and protein-rich. And a bit of comfort too. You’re going to like these lentil sloppy joes! When I found my cholesterol level creeping up, I knew I had to change something. But what? I already had a really…

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Diet for Fatty Liver Disease

healthy diet for fatty liver

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, NAFLD for short, is on the rise. It’s the most common form of liver disease in the developed world and afflicts 1 in 3 American adults. It’s on my radar because it tends to travel with other health problems I see…

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Very Berry Smoothie Recipe: Easy and Delicious

Smoothie with berries in a glass with a spoon

This delicious, 4-ingredient fruit smoothie uses 2 foods linked with less risk of diabetes. And it’s delicious. Let’s hear it for easy, fast, delicious and nutritious. There are plenty of days when I really need this in a recipe! In a rush? Check Need something…

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Lower Blood Sugar Naturally with a Mediterranean Diet

Mediterranean diet tomato salad

What does a Mediterranean diet have to do with prediabetes and diabetes? Though commonly thought of as “a blood sugar problem,” both prediabetes and type 2 diabetes are metabolic disorders that affect the health of the blood vessels, heart, liver and more. In addition to…

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Orange-Scented Roasted Carrots and Parsnips

roasted carrots and parsnips

If you’re not yet convinced about the deliciousness of parsnips, the orange, thyme and other flavors in this roasted carrots and parsnips combo will turn you into a fan. Plus, this recipe is easy to pull together and loaded with health-boosting nutrition. I’ve learned that…

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Reset Your Day in 5 Minutes or Less

Everyone needs a do-over now and then. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to reset right now! Don’t wait until the morning – or Monday – to start fresh. I know how hard lifestyle changes are. They’re hard for me and they’re hard for my…

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Savory Oats and Lentils Recipe: Healthy Easy Side Dish

I think I’m a little late to the savory oats trend. I decided to explore oats as a dinner side dish to get more variety of fibers in my diet. And it turns out that putting a fried egg on this dish turns it into…

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Easy Diet Hacks for National Nutrition® Month and Every Month

Diet hacks for National Nutrition Month

I love National Nutrition Month® because it’s the one month of the year that legitimizes my nonstop chatter about all things food and nutrition! This year’s theme is Go Further with Food, which emphasizes both good health and reduced food waste. I invited 7 colleagues…

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Creamy Oats and Lentils with Sweetly Spiced Apples: A Healthy Breakfast

healthy breakfast recipe oats

Searching for a healthy breakfast recipe? A bowl of oatmeal is a great way to start your day. This one takes a common pairing of oats and apples and adds lentils and milk to boost the protein. And cardamom and cinnamon make the taste AMAZING!…

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Hi there! I'm Jill, a nutrition & diabetes expert and the author of 4 books.

Jill Weisenberger

I believe simple changes in health habits can bring you life-changing rewards.

And I believe willpower is way overrated.

Right here is where you can discover the mindset and habits to stick with healthy lifestyle choices most of the time - and drop the guilt when you don't.

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