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Avoiding amputation in people with diabetes

Diabetes Care March 19, 2016 Managing complications

Amputation is one of the most feared complications of people with diabetes, with good reason. It is painful, it is life-altering and it is permanent.

Introduction to healthy eating

Joanne Lewis March 19, 2016 Diabetes Diet

If you have just been diagnosed with diabetes, you’re probably thinking, “Okay, now what do I eat?”

Hypertension and its link to stress

Cheryl Harris-Taylor March 13, 2016 Managing stress, Support

As you have read in previous blogs, hypertension or high blood pressure can contribute to diabetes complications. One factor that can cause hypertension is stress.

O.M.G. CHICKPEA CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

Carolyn Cohen March 13, 2016 Dessert, Recipes

O.M.G. CHICKPEA CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

These little gems are perfect for those ‘I-need-a-cookie’ days. Don’t tell anybody there are chickpeas in them...they will never know. Note: this recipe requires all natural peanut butter - the regular stuff is too oily.

Journeys and opportunities: starting an exercise program

Christie Hamilton March 5, 2016 Getting motivated, Physical Activity

I’m not going to lie to you! If you’re not active, then starting an exercise program is hard. So think of it as an awesome road trip: the journey to the destination will be the best part.

What is bitter melon, and how does it affect blood glucose levels?

Diabetes Care February 27, 2016 Diabetes Diet

Bitter melon is a vegetable that is related to cucumber and zucchini.

MASHED CHICKPEA EGG AND AVOCADO TOASTS

Carolyn Cohen February 21, 2016 Dinner, Recipes

MASHED CHICKPEA EGG AND AVOCADO TOASTS

Chickpeas are loaded with fibre and are a great source of plant protein. They have been shown to help lower bad LDL cholesterol as well as balance out blood sugar.