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A Guide to Finding a Healthy Fruit Snack

As I was strolling down the grocery aisle, I noticed a plethora of fruit snacks taking up a good portion of the shelf. They all come in colorful and … [Read more...] about A Guide to Finding a Healthy Fruit Snack

While not terribly different from the 2005 version, the 2010 update of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans shows increased emphasis on eating fresh … [Read more...] about The 2010 Dietary Guidelines: A How-to Guide to Make them Work for You

Perhaps due to all the negative publicity its been getting recently, the Corn Refiners Association has petitioned FDA to change the name of high … [Read more...] about Can High Fructose Corn Syrup Change Its Image?

Rice is a staple food that is eaten all around the world. It's a cereal grass that is cultivated for its edible grain. Although the definition of rice … [Read more...] about Four Rice Options for a Healthy Diabetes Diet

Are you worried that you can't have ice cream, popsicles or other frozen desserts as part of your diabetes meal plan? You are not alone - this can be … [Read more...] about What Dessert Can Diabetics Eat?

You've probably heard over and over again that it's important to have good blood sugar levels. But exactly what is considered "good"? What are normal … [Read more...] about A Guide to Knowing Your Diabetes Numbers

If you've ever experienced the racing heartbeat, cold sweat, and shaky hands that can accompany low blood sugar (also called hypoglycemia), you know … [Read more...] about Four Tips to Avoid Low Blood Sugar

Japanese cuisine is extremely popular in the United States. Most people have tried sushi – and love it – or have had an entertaining meal at a hibachi … [Read more...] about Dining Out with Diabetes: Japanese Restaurants