Food BLOG
Can Cinnamon Help Control Sugar Levels in People with Prediabetes?
A small new study found that cinnamon helped to stabilize blood sugar levels compared to a placebo in patients with prediabetes. Researchers theorize that compounds in cinnamon have both metabolic and antioxidant benefits. The spice could be a safe, affordable...
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) is caused due to a lack of insulin in the body. The lack of insulin and corresponding elevation of glucagon lead to an increased release of glucose by the liver (a process that is normally suppressed by insulin) from glycogen via...
Understanding How Food Affects Your Blood Sugar
Food has a direct effect on blood glucose. Some foods raise blood glucose more than others. An important part of managing diabetes is knowing what and how much to eat, and following an eating plan that fits your lifestyle while helping to control blood glucose. The...
Can A Low-Calorie Diet Help Diabetes Patients?
A very low-calorie diet has been shown to help patients with diabetes control their blood sugar, according to new research from the University of Pittsburg Medical. After 6 months, 12% of participants were in remission, meaning they could manage their blood sugar...