Ashwagandha has been used for centuries in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. Recently, it has become popular for its adaptogenic properties and potential to reduce the risk of many health concerns including heart disease, kidney disease and diabetes and help with...
As kids, Halloween held a special place in our hearts. It was the holiday of costumes, spooky tricks, and of course, a seemingly endless candies and chocolates. But when you're on a mission to lower your blood sugars, Halloween can bring a different set of emotions to...
Chaga mushrooms are one of the latest supplement trends on the internet. A quick Google search will give you tons of options for buying and a brief overview of the benefits of the mushrooms. But what exactly are they, and do they live up to any of their...
Are you planning a getaway or gearing up for some travel? Whether it’s for business or pleasure, hitting the road (or the skies!) brings a sense of excitement and a break from the everyday routine. But for those of us navigating the journey with diabetes, travel can...
Fibre is one of the essential tools in diabetes management is fibre. However, not all fibre is created equal. Understanding the distinction between soluble and insoluble fibre can make a significant difference in helping individuals with diabetes on their journey to...
3 Ways to Reduce Your Blood Sugar Managing your blood sugar levels is an important part of supporting your overall health. Having high blood sugar levels can increase your risk of complications such as neuropathy, kidney, and heart disease. Reducing your blood sugar...
There are many nutrition myths floating around the internet. You may even have heard a few from your friends or a co-worker. Unfortunately, many nutrition myths can get in the way of supporting your health. However, understanding the (flawed) reasoning behind...
In recent years, the gluten-free (GF) diet has become associated with weight loss and joined the growing collection of fad diets. But should you be following this diet to lower your blood sugar? This diet eliminates all gluten-containing foods((Diet Review:...
I'm sure by now you must have heard about the ketogenic diet - from someone in your office, a family member or a friend perhaps? I mean it's one of the more popular "weight loss" diets out there. But that sounds too good to be true. That's because it is. A Refresher...