At holiday season, many people wonder what kinds of gifts to get for family and friends who have diabetes. A special tea sampler is actually a healthy and tasty gift for anyone, especially someone with diabetes. Researchers have found that all types of teas, from green teas to black teas (so long as they are not served with extra cream or sugar) add many health promoting … [Read more...] about Gifts for Diabetics – What’s Best?
Foods To Lower Blood Sugar
Aloe Vera for Diabetes
Aloe vera for diabetes? This versatile natural plant is often used to soothe irritated skin or digestive problems, but a number of studies in animals and people are beginning to point to the ability of aloe vera dietary supplements to help control blood sugar levels. It appears to do so by reducing insulin resistance, which is the key problem in type 2 diabetics. The way aloe … [Read more...] about Aloe Vera for Diabetes
Digital Food Scales in Diabetes
Digital food scales can help you eat appropriate sized portions at each meal, especially the right number of grams of carbohydrates or even of protein sources for your diet to lower high blood sugars. These days, these scales have a variety of features. The simplest will give you a numeric readout of the exact number of ounces of a particular food. But, there are many more … [Read more...] about Digital Food Scales in Diabetes
Best Gift Baskets For Diabetics
Looking for the best gift baskets for diabetics? The holiday shopping season, including Black Friday, are on the way again this year - and you'll want to avoid that last minute shopping panic when you want to get something just right for someone you love who is struggling with diabetes, fighting weight problems, and needing to choose healthier foods to eat. There are several … [Read more...] about Best Gift Baskets For Diabetics
Bitter Melon for Diabetes – Recipe
Not sure how to use some of the recommended foods and herbs to lower blood sugar naturally? Here is a traditional Indian recipe to show you one way to prepare bitter melon... It is worth trying a variety of recipes until you find some that tastes OK to you - to get the benefits of the food involved. … [Read more...] about Bitter Melon for Diabetes – Recipe
