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Blood glucose meter accuracy – how to know

Diabetes Care July 19, 2015 Others

When it comes to blood glucose meters, people with diabetes want pretty much the same things: speed, compact size, memory, ease of use, affordability, and results … accurate results!

Supporting someone who is at risk of hypoglycemia

Cheryl Harris-Taylor July 15, 2015 Providing support, Support

As you have read in previous blogs, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar or insulin shock) occurs when the blood sugar level drops below the normal range.

Diabetic ketoacidosis: Know the signs and symptoms of this life-threatening situation!

Dr. Maureen Clement July 11, 2015 Symptoms of Diabetes

If you take insulin to manage your diabetes, you could be at risk of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). DKA usually occurs in people with type 1 diabetes, but it has been known to happen in people with type 2

Are all fruits and vegetables created equal?

Diabetes Care July 9, 2015 Diabetes Diet

Not all fruits and vegetables contain the same levels of sugar or fibre, both of which affect the carb count.

GRILLED CHICKEN SHAWARMA WITH CHOPPED SALAD AND TAHINI SAUCE IN LETTUCE CUPS

Carolyn Cohen July 5, 2015 Dinner, Recipes

GRILLED CHICKEN SHAWARMA WITH CHOPPED SALAD AND TAHINI SAUCE IN LETTUCE CUPS

This marinade tastes just like that on the shawarma you will find that is sliced right off the spit in a Middle Eastern restaurant. Tahini paste is sesame paste, very high in calcium, and found in specialty shops. Tahini sauce is the paste mixed with lemon and water and seasonings.

Navigating the grocery store for cereals

Joanne Lewis July 5, 2015 Navigate grocery store

When you think about beginning your day on the right track, a good place to start is with a healthy breakfast. Breakfast cereals are a popular choice because they are quick and easy to prepare.

How sweet it is – time to rethink how food is labelled.

Lori Berard June 28, 2015 Diabetes Diet

Part of your diabetes self-management includes understanding how carbohydrate intake affects your blood sugar levels, how much carbohydrate you should have at each meal and how much carbohydrate a food contains.