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Enticing Food Labels, part 2

Posted on October 16, 2016 by

In part 1, I have discussed the use of ‘healthy’ and ‘all natural’ statements on the food labels.  Now I will talk about the labels that claim low or no fat or sugar. 3.  No Sugar Added. This sounds rather … Continue reading →

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Morning Highs and how to manage them

Posted on June 6, 2015 by

Sometimes diabetes just doesn’t make sense.  Not that it always makes sense but it really does a number in the morning.  I’m talking about morning highs.  Since you’re sound asleep and not eating at all while at it, it seems … Continue reading →

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The Skinny on Diabetes

Posted on March 26, 2015 by

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder, meaning that the body’s immune system attacks its own pancreas affecting its ability to produce insulin; this usually happens at a young age.  In this case scenario, insulin has to come into your … Continue reading →

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Diabetes and Denial

Posted on March 25, 2015 by

First off, denial is perfectly normal. Some doctors fail to understand this concept, though. Last year I went for a routine appointment with my doctor. She has dropped a bomb, you were actually diagnosed with diabetes back in 2006 (8 … Continue reading →

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