Living with Diabetes Articles

Soluble Fiber and Insoluble Fiber - What's the Difference?

You know fiber is good for your health, and you vow to include more fiber in your diet. You head to the grocery store and start looking at nutrition labels, when you notice different listings for "soluble fiber" and "insoluble fiber." Yes, you read it right - there are two...

Strength Training for Diabetes and Other Chronic Conditions

Along with aerobic exercise, strength training is an important type of exercise that can benefit people with Diabetes, as well as those with other chronic conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, back pain and depression.

Aerobic exercise, such as running, biking or swimming,...

The Role of the Glycemic Index in a Diabetes Diet

If you have diabetes, you might have heard about the glycemic index. If you don't quite know what it is, we'll shed some light on it and help you understand how it can help control your blood sugar.

The glycemic index focuses on carbohydrates, a nutrient found in most every...

Vinegar May Help Lower Blood Sugar in Type 2 Diabetes

Over the past 10 years, research has shown that some people with Type 2 diabetes may benefit from the consumption of two teaspoons of vinegar prior to a meal.That’s because vinegar has been found to inhibit the rise in blood sugar levels after meals.

According to studies...

The Link between Diabetes and Sleep

If you have diabetes, exercising daily and eating a healthy low-fat, low-carb diet are essential for controlling your blood sugar levels. But it seems that not getting enough sleep can jeopardize those healthy habits by increasing insulin resistance.

According to the National Sleep...