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Do you have questions about living with diabetes? dLife has a wealth of information to give you the answers you need to manage your diabetes health!  We are the number-one community network and resource for people living with diabetes and their caregivers.  By providing in-depth expert information, inspiration, and community connection, dLife’s award-winning dLife.com and dLifeTV help millions of people, just like you to gain control of their diabetes health.

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dLifeTV: Award-winning dLifeTV is the only national TV series dedicated to people with diabetes, airing Sundays ONLINE (7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT). Tune in to see diabetes expert interviews, cooking demonstrations, and profiles of celebrities and athletes living with diabetes. Find more information on dLifeTV.

dLife Diabetes Companion Mobile App: This popular iPhone application is the ultimate FREE diabetes lifestyle manager and tracker to help you handle your diabetes on the go. Track your blood glucose levels, find diabetes friendly recipes, watch episodes of dLifeTV, and get expert answers to your diabetes questions, all through your mobile phone. Download this app now in the iTunes store.

Recipes:  Want some variety in your diabetes diet? dLife has the largest recipe database with over 9,000 recipes that are easy to search. You can sort by course, main ingredient, carbs, calories, fat, or sodium counts – even gluten-free. Find the perfect recipe here.

Community:  Have a nagging question you haven’t been able to get answered? Feel like chatting with someone who understands you?  Join the hundreds of thousands in the dLife community, the largest online network of people living with diabetes and their caregivers. With 19 active community forums, there are thousands of members sharing stories, exchanging ideas, and supporting each other. Beyond just casual conversation, many people have build friendships with others who ‘get it.’ Join the dLife community now and don’t go it alone anymore.

Since its creation, dLife has been fulfilling its mission to empower those with diabetes to take better care of themselves and build good diabetes management skills through simple lifestyle changes.  Ultimately, our goal is to enable more people like you to live longer and healthier diabetes lives

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    When counting carbs, can I deduct the total grams of fiber?
    The most recent recommendation for how to deal with fiber in foods is if a food has more than five grams of fiber, you can subtract half the grams of fiber from the total number of carbohydrate grams in the food.

    For example, if a food contains 17 grams of total carbs and 12 grams of fiber, you can...  Full Post
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    Are two-week juice fasts safe for someone with diabetes?
    Fasting on vegetable and fruit juices for two weeks may not be safe and effective for anyone, but especially for people with diabetes. It’s likely that many important nutrients would be missing from the fast. These juices do contain carbohydrates and can still increase blood glucose (sugar) levels.
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    What can I eat with fruit as a snack if I have diabetes?
    Try topping your fruit with cinnamon (which has been shown in some studies to help lower blood sugar levels). Natural almond butter is delicious, and a great alternative to peanut butter. Add unsalted nuts including walnuts, almonds, pecans, peanuts, pistachios and Brazil nuts to your snack list...  Full Post
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    Can I eat sweet potatoes if I have diabetes?
    One sweet potato contains 26 grams of carbs, but that’s partially offset by the 4 grams of fiber. Sweet potatoes contain healthy phytochemicals, too. One idea is to eat just half a sweet potato (topped with butter rather than sugar) and pair it with a protein food.  Full Post
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    Can I eat popcorn if I have diabetes?
    Popcorn can be a healthy, whole-grain addition to your eating plan, but choose the kind you pop on the stove-top or in a hot-air popper, rather than the microwave kind, and add butter yourself. Two cups of popcorn contains only 12 grams of carbs and gets you a couple grams of fiber, too.  Full Post
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    Why should I avoid white rice if I have diabetes?
    Overly processed white rice has more carbs and less fiber than brown rice, and will raise your blood sugar levels. When white rice is created (by removing the healthy germ and bran portions), many vitamins and minerals are lost in the process (including magnesium). Therefore, it is strongly...  Full Post
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    Should I eat oat muesli or wheat muesli if I have diabetes?
    Traditional rolled oats-based cereals are a better choice because less processed oats generally have a lower glycemic index, meaning they’ll have less of an effect on your blood sugar levels. Make sure you look at the nutrition facts panel on the package, as each product will vary in calories, carbs,...  Full Post
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    How can I manage my diabetes if I also have IBS?
    Choosing high quality carbs can be challenging, due to the fiber limitations with IBS. Try using cooked vegetables, and start eating small portions along with your meals and snacks. Carbs should be distributed throughout the day, so that you can best manage your blood sugars. Both IBS and diabetes...  Full Post
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    How can I improve my A1C level?
    One of the key ways to improve your A1C is to enjoy lower carb food choices. If you don't like what you're eating, chances are, you will eventually be tempted to binge on carb-rich foods.

    Here are a few suggestions on how to improve your blood sugar and lower your A1C:
    • Keep a food journal.
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    Why is fresh fruit better than canned fruit for people with diabetes?
    Whenever possible, it's best to select fresh fruit over canned fruit. Although fresh fruit can eventually spoil, it usually has more fiber, vitamins and minerals than canned fruit. Plus, fresh fruit takes a bit of effort to chew, which may cause you to eat slower, and allow you to be more mindful...  Full Post
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    Should I eat reduced-fat peanut butter if I have diabetes?
    In most cases, the answer is no. Peanut butter is a wonder food and should be eaten in its most natural form to get all of its goodness. Yes, it's high in calories, but it contains healthy, beneficial oils. It's also satisfying and filling so you don't need much.
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    When figuring net carbs, can I subtract protein?
    When figuring net carbs, you can subtract carb grams depending on how much fiber a food contains, not protein. The general rule is that if a food has 5 or more grams of fiber, you can subtract half of those fiber grams from the total carb count. However, it's always a good idea to test your...  Full Post
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    Is grapeseed oil recommended for people with diabetes?
    Grapeseed oil is ideal because it is a healthy, polyunsaturated oil that can be used in high heat cooking. Grapeseed oil is unique among polyunsaturated oils because it has a  high "smoke point" of 428 degrees, so it stays stable in stir-fries and hot sautéing. It also has a very mild flavor so it...  Full Post
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    What can I do to manage diabetic neuropathy?
    As you know, diabetic neuropathy (also known as peripheral neuropathy) is a condition where you lose feeling in your feet, which may lead to infection, ulceration and eventually amputation. It is therefore very important to try and control blood sugars (through diet, exercise and medication...  Full Post
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    How can I control my blood sugar when exercising if I have diabetes?
    Low blood sugar levels during and after exercise are a big concern for all people with diabetes who exercise. If you plan accordingly, you should be able to complete a full hour without having your blood glucose level dip dangerously low.

    The main thing is that you want to make sure you...  Full Post