Here is a question I recently received from FOODPICKER.org I have been diagnosed as pre-diabetic. The doctor has not put me on any medication, but would like me to lose weight and watch my diet. I’m not sure how much or how often I should be exercising. Could you give me some tips? Answer: Exercise, also [...]
Archive for June, 2010
Exercise and Pre-diabetes
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged exercise, pre-diabetes on June 28, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Jawbreaker Candy Alternatives
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged fruit, jawbreaker, sugar free on June 18, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Here is a question I recently received from FOODPICKER.org I have type 2 diabetes. I’m kind of addicted to jawbreaker candy (especially fireballs). How harmful is it to eat these candies and what alternatives should I try… Is fruit a good alternative? Answer: When comparing jawbreaker candies, including fireballs, to fruit, than fruit would be a better [...]
Breakfast Trouble
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged breakfast, carbohydrates on June 12, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Here is a question I recently received at FOODPICKER.org I have type 2 diabetes and am having trouble with breakfast. It seems so many breakfast foods are high in carbs. Could you give me some breakfast ideas that are diabetic friendly? Answer: Many ready-to-eat breakfast items such as cereals and breads are high in carbohydrate. When [...]
Juice and Diabetes
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged American Association of Diabetes Educators, American Diabetes Association, beverages, juice, orange juice on June 3, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Here is a question I recently received from FOODPICKER.org I am worried because I was just diagnosed with diabetes. I drink freshly squeezed orange juice three times a week. Does orange juice contain too much sugar and is it advisable for a diabetic to drink juice? Answer: In general, fresh, frozen and dried fruits are a [...]
