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Food Journaling 101: Uncover Your Eating Triggers and Patterns
Food journaling is a valuable tool for managing cravings, blood sugar, and weight. By tracking your eating habits and hunger cues in a food journal, you can uncover the triggers and patterns behind your cravings and eating behaviors. Here’s a beginner’s guide to discovering insights through food journaling: Record More Than Just Foods Note not…
Read More10 Diabetes-Friendly Snacks for Balanced Energy
Snacking plays an important role in managing diabetes. The right snacks provide energy, satisfy cravings, and keep blood sugar stable between meals. Avoid energy crashes and fluctuations by choosing snacks with a healthy balance of protein, fiber, and smart carbs. Here are 10 great options: Veggies and Hummus Hummus provides satiating protein and fiber. Pair…
Read MoreResisting Food Pushers: Handling Social Eating Situations Gracefully
Eating healthy and maintaining steady blood sugar levels can be challenging, especially in social situations where others may pressure you to indulge. Whether it’s a work party, family gathering, or dinner out with friends, you can stick to your healthy eating goals while still having fun. Here are some tips for gracefully resisting food pushers:…
Read MoreMeal Timing Strategies to Better Manage Blood Sugar
In addition to what types of foods you eat, when you eat can impact blood sugar control. Using smart meal timing strategies helps keep blood sugar balanced. Eat Consistently Eating meals and snacks at about the same time daily helps your body predict and regulate blood sugar response. Don’t Skip Breakfast Starting the day with…
Read MoreTips for Dining Out When You Have Diabetes or Food Restrictions
It can be challenging to eat out when you have diabetes or follow a specific diet. However, with planning and assertiveness, you can enjoy restaurant meals while still adhering to your nutritional needs. Follow these tips: Do your research Many restaurants post menus online so you can study options in advance. Call ahead if needed.…
Read MoreEmotional vs Physical Hunger – Learn to Tell the Difference
Do you sometimes eat when you’re actually not hungry? Being able to distinguish between emotional hunger and physical hunger is key for mindful eating. Learn how to read your body’s cues. Physical Hunger Signs Stomach growling Low energy or weakness Headache Difficulty concentrating Irritability or shakiness Stomach pangs or stomach pain Physical hunger comes on…
Read MoreGood Carbs vs. Bad Carbs – What You Need to Know
Not all carbs are created equal when it comes to diabetes prevention, weight loss and blood sugar control. Being mindful of ‘good’ carbs versus ‘bad’ carbs can help regulate blood sugar, insulin, cravings and hunger. What are Good Carbs? Good carbs have these qualities: High in fiber – Fiber slows digestion, preventing blood sugar spikes.…
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