Most of us get plenty of protein in our diets. But do you know the difference between complete and incomplete proteins and how to ensure that your are getting all the essential amino acids you need when you are following a plant-focused diet that is reversing your diabetes? Continue reading “Do you know your proteins?”
Month: September 2014
Do you know your carbs?
Most of us get at about 50 percent of our energy from the carbohydrates in our food. But what are they and what is the difference between carbs and sugar? And how do carbohydrates affect our efforts to control or reverse our diabetes? Continue reading “Do you know your carbs?”
How to deal with diabetic lethargy
Bouts of sleepiness, especially after meals, are some of the most common and disabling symptoms of diabetes. However, there are many causes of lethargy, besides diabetes. So how do you know whether you have diabetic lethargy and, if you do have it, what can you do to combat it? Continue reading “How to deal with diabetic lethargy”
Fake DNA—will you be eating it?
Synthetic biology offers great promise for curing diseases and creating new fuels and products. Indeed the first drugs and foods created using synbio technology are now coming to market. But this new industry is not regulated properly. Here’s the story. Continue reading “Fake DNA—will you be eating it?”
How to use power-walking to beat diabetes
Getting fit is the second most important thing you can do to beat your type 2 diabetes. But you don’t have to go to the gym or start jogging. A good fast walk—a power-walk—is all the exercise you need. Here are some tips to get you moving safely and comfortably. Continue reading “How to use power-walking to beat diabetes”