Glucose levels, blood pressure, food, exercise, weight and sleep quality are all interrelated. But the connections between these factors are not know with certainty. Now new hi-tech monitoring devices you can use in your daily routine are promising to show you how these factors affect each other so that you have better control over your diabetes. Continue reading “Hi-tech devices for self-monitoring your diabetes”
Category: Nutrition
Bread for Diabetics
Bread is highly nutritious and is eaten with most meals in many cultures. But some types of bread are not suitable for diabetics. Here’s the low-down on what breads diabetics should and should not eat. Continue reading “Bread for Diabetics”
Cinnamon — the Wonder Spice?
Cinnamon is said to be of significant help in controlling the blood glucose levels of type 2 diabetics. But just how effective is it and is it safe to use? Continue reading “Cinnamon — the Wonder Spice?”
Flaxseed — A Super Food?
Its proponents claim that flaxseed can help reduce the risk of diabetes, heart disease, stroke and some cancers. Fact or Fancy? And is flaxseed suitable for type 2 diabetics? Continue reading “Flaxseed — A Super Food?”
Green Tea and Your Health
Green tea is considered an ultra-healthy beverage … drink it regularly and you’ll enjoy a long healthy life! But where is the scientific evidence to support this marvellous reputation? Continue reading “Green Tea and Your Health”
Integrative Nutrition – Facts & Myths
Nutrition as a stand-alone therapy has an incredibly weak scientific basis. However integrative nutrition is becoming more acceptable among conventional medical practitioners. But what is integrative nutrition and what is it used for? Continue reading “Integrative Nutrition – Facts & Myths”