Category Archives: Lifestyle

Current Research, Diabetes Learning Center, Diabetes Management, Diabetes Treatment, Diet, Health, Lifestyle, Type I Diabetes, Type II Diabetes, Weight Loss

SHOULD SUGAR BE DISCONTINUED IN OUR DIET?

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Sugar-and-diabetes
01
Mar

There is a considerable amount of evidence that high levels of sugar are associated with premature aging, heart disease, obesity and even some cancers. Let’s of course not forget, sugar is the biggest culprit in diabetes. Many health experts are now calling for a significant reduction in recommended daily sugar intake, while others are asking […]

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Current Research, Diabetes Learning Center, Diabetes Management, Diet, Health, Latest Discoveries, Lifestyle, Type II Diabetes

BARLEY FOR DIABETES

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Barley can help improve blood sugar levels and reduce appetite Known to be a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin B, barley is a high-fiber grain that helps lower cholesterol, reduces the risk of heart disease and aids regularity. Now researchers at Lund University, Sweden, claim that barley is a super food. They conducted a study that shows […]

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Current Research, Diabetes Learning Center, Diabetes Management, Diabetes Treatment, Diet, Drinking, Glucose Monitoring, Health, Lifestyle, Type I Diabetes, Type II Diabetes, Weight Loss

THE GREEN EFFECT: BENEFITS OF GREEN TEA FOR DIABETES

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11
Feb

Green tea is the second most popular beverage in the world, and not without cause. It has been mostly known for its antioxidants, but also for improving brain function, lowering risk of cancer, and burning fat.  But did you know it could also benefit diabetes?! Background: How I came to know green tea To be honest […]

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Current Research, Diabetes Learning Center, Diabetes Management, Diabetes Treatment, Diet, Exercise, Health, Latest Discoveries, Lifestyle, Type I Diabetes, Type II Diabetes

DIABETES AND TECHNOLOGY: ARE THEY LINKED TO EACH OTHER?

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Diabetes-and-technology
08
Feb

Who could deny that the steady advancement of technology has greatly influenced our lives? Technology has changed our way of living; affecting our social lives, work, and most importantly our health. It would seem that technology has served to improve our health, but controversy exists as to whether or not technology has improved or negatively impacted […]

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Diabetes Learning Center, Diabetes Management, Diabetes Treatment, Diet, Exercise, Health, Lifestyle, Type I Diabetes, Type II Diabetes

SAY YES TO YOGA FOR BETTER DIABETES HEALTH

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Yoga-for-diabetes
21
Jan

Yoga is not just yoga; it’s a physical, mental, and spiritual discipline that entails various practices such as meditation, breath control and adoption of specific body postures that are aimed to promote good health and optimistic energy. Who could complain about positive energy and well being?! Yoga is an excellent practice for individuals battling diabetes, because it can […]

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Diabetes Management, Diet, Lifestyle, Penny

EAT DARK CHOCOLATE TO BEAT DIABETES

Posted on by Penny
dark chocolate for diabetes (1)
18
Jan

Just when you think you can’t make it through the week, and that diabetes management- glucose testing, test strips, and all that- is too much, a piece of dark chocolate is here to make a tasty rescue. You’re probably wondering why I picked dark chocolate. Truthfully, I was not a huge fan of dark chocolate […]

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Glucose Monitoring, Health, Lifestyle, Sleep, Taz

NIGHT OWLS FACE HIGHER RISK OF DIABETES, STUDY SUGGESTS

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early-risers-less-likely-to-develop-diabetes
05
Oct

Good morning early birds, My name is Taz. I’m the Chief Security Officer (CSO) at DiabeticOutlet. My job is to make sure your diabetes supplies are rodent free. I love staying up late and keep an eye on my surroundings but apparently, according to a new study, staying up late has negative consequences especially for […]

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Diabetes Management, Diabetes Treatment, Glucose Monitoring, Lifestyle

THE SWEET SCENT OF GLUCOSE

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diabetic-alert-dog
10
Aug

Cats often appear indifferent toward their owners. It’s almost as though they have their own agenda. The truth is, it’s not just an act of ignoring their human companions — they actually don’t care. One of our team members here at Diabetic Outlet, whom I am very suspicious of, believes “dogs are created to remind […]

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Diabetes Management, Diet, Health, Lifestyle, Penny

DIABETES, CATS, AND CREATIVE THINKING

Posted on by Penny
diabetes-and-creative-thinking
07
Aug

As you may or may not know cats are pretty creative animals. Some people think we are curious. Others think we are resourceful. The truth is we are creative thinkers. We may be a bit scaredy but we are not afraid of taking chances to explore new things. And guess what?! That’s a common trait […]

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