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So many varieties of yogurt fill the supermarket shelves, it’s nearly impossible to figure out what’s the best yogurt for prediabetes, your weight or your heart. These guidelines will help you. Have you checked out the yogurt section of the supermarket lately? In the time…
How many of these 5 things do you know about type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure? Get healthy and stay healthy! You count carbs. You walk past the donuts. You refrain from yelling at the diabetes police. So I’m not surprised you don’t want…
Can prediabetes go away? The short answer is yes. But it doesn’t always, and sometimes it comes back. Here’s the scoop about reversing prediabetes. If getting the prediabetes diagnosis gave you a jolt, you’re not alone. It is jolting. But there’s lots of good news…
You wonder, does lifting weights lower blood sugar and help prevent type 2 diabetes? Yes, it can! Here’s how and what you can do. So, a small bucket and a giant bucket go in the backyard before a rainstorm. Which collects more rain? And what…
With so many factors affecting blood glucose levels, it’s not always your fault when your meter flashes a number you don’t like. Learn what you can control, what you can’t and how to frame the disappointment. Your blood sugar meter flashes 246! You failed. Again….
Here’s how to make flavored water naturally and deliciously. These fruit, veggie, and herb combinations will change your mind about water being boring. You’ll love water naturally! Boring, tasteless, and yuk are some of the things people say about water. Sometimes (okay, maybe often), I…
A good set of habits makes your life easier, healthier and safer. Changing up your habits a bit can improve your diabetes control. The way you end your day sets the tone for your sleep and for the following day. If you have diabetes, your…
These are the best sources of prebiotics. Learn which foods nourish both you and your healthy gut bacteria. All that dirt under your fingernails and the sweat on your face are worth it. Digging, planting, watering. Everything is done – even fertilizing. You can”t wait…
Of course, you have questions about carbohydrates. Who doesn’t have trouble figuring out healthy carbohydrate foods? They’re not all created equal. Learn which ones to eat and how they affect your health. Aak, all that carb-bashing wears me out. But one thing I do like…
Learning you have prediabetes leaves you with lots of questions. Here’s your prediabetes action plan from getting out of bed in the morning to turning out the light at night. Prediabetes is a wake-up call. It’s a sign that something is metabolically awry. Your very…
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Hi there! I'm Jill, a nutrition & diabetes expert and the author of 4 books.
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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