Comprehensive Diabetes Information and Lifestyle Guide
The diabetes Create My Plate Method for controlling diabetes was only recently introduced, but has rapidly caught fire. The old diabetes food pyramid is out, and this method is in. But — What is it? Who created it? And, how can it help you? Well, let’s take a look and see what the big deal … Read more
Created by ediets.com, the Living with Diabetes Diet has achieved some noted popularity. But, is it really a good diet for people with diabetes? The program provides weekly meal plans and recipes that you prepare yourself. The diet strictly follows the American Diabetes Association and the Joslin Diabetes Center diet recommendations. It is primarily designed … Read more
NutriSystem D is a popular weight loss option for diabetics. Opinions on NutriSystem can vary, as discussed below, but recently there has been a lot of increased positive chatter due to a clinical study, supporting the diet. Our NutriSystem review will go into all the details, but first let’s cover some basics about the plan. … Read more
The Mediterranean diet and diabetes health connection is very strong. In fact, this diet is one of the top diets you can adopt to avoid diabetes or improve your condition if you already have diabetes. Moreover, the diet has been shown to improve many of the secondary conditions typical of diabetics, such as cardiovascular disease, … Read more
Finding the best Zone Diet Meal Plan is somewhat akin to finding the Holy Grail. Am I exaggerating? Well, I am not so sure. It is almost impossible to put together more than one, possibly two weeks of meal plans for the Zone Diet. Here is what I mean. MAIN WEBSITE The diet’s website does … Read more
How a Whole Food, Plant Based Diet Can Reverse Diabetes The vegan diet has gone from “far out” to “well, maybe there’s something there” status when it comes to improving your diabetes. I never thought I would be open to this type of diet, but you can now consider me a very big proponent. And, … Read more
All pumps have what are called Insulin Pump Infusion Sets, except the OmniPod. An infusion set brings the insulin from your pump into your body. The set consists of a thin plastic tube, a connective devise (almost like an industrial strength band-aid) on your skin, and a small needle like device that extends under your … Read more
In a word, the Precision Xtra Blood Glucose Meter offers users versatility. It is one of the few meters that allow you to test both blood glucose AND ketone levels. This flexibility is excellent, especially for children and others who have more challenges managing their diabetes. I originally reviewed this meter in 2009, but revisited … Read more
Currently, this meter has been recalled. I will keep you posted if it is re-introduced to the market. The Freestyle InsulinX glucose meter was introduced in the United States in 2012. The meter features a touchscreen and allows users to track their insulin dosage, including making custom notations. The meter also allows you to run … Read more
The t:connect application is the latest technological breakthrough from the folks at Tandem Diabetes. The application received FDA approval in February 2013, and the roll out of the product to consumers occurred this week. I say breakthrough, because for so long, and even still today, many “new” diabetes technology products are just re-hashes of existing … Read more