Living with Diabetes

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recommends strength-training exercise for people with type 2 diabetes. This type of training builds muscle and improves muscle strength. Muscles utilize sugar and energy better and burn more fat than other... Full Answer

At the Hunger Free Forever program we have seen over and over again that reducing glycemic volatility is the single most important change that will make weight-loss efforts pleasant, comfortable, and effective. We have worked with hundreds of people who... Full Answer

I must live the diabetes lifestyle for the rest of my life. I still must take an aspirin a day for my heart and Altace, an ACE inhibitor, for my heart and kidneys (down from 10 mg in 2003 to 5 mg in 2006). I have not taken any diabetes medication since... Full Answer

Hang on just a second, I’m having some problems with my cork screw. Poppp! OK, now what were you asking?Of course we can still drink alcohol. But there are a few things you need to be aware of.First, alcohol often doesn’t stand alone.... Full Answer

Some people with diabetes can fast safely, especially if their blood glucose is controlled strictly through diet and they haven't reached the point where they are taking medicine to control their symptoms. In fact, there have been some research... Full Answer

Losing weight has become especially complicated with all of the weight loss programs and products out there. Despite all the options available, more and more people are struggling with their weight. Perhaps we need a different approach.Let's get back to... Full Answer

There are lots of reasons why you should try to fit exercise into your daily routine. Moderate exercise usually helps lower blood glucose levels, but more importantly, it increases how well your insulin works, so you need less to get the job... Full Answer

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... Full Answer

Follow these tips to control your blood sugar when exercising if you have diabetes: Learn your blood glucose response to exercise. Checking your blood glucose before and after exercise can show you the benefits of activity. You also can use the... Full Answer

If you have diabetes and choose to drink alcohol, you must do it with caution.  Alcohol, in combination with certain diabetes medications, may trigger a serious low-blood-sugar reaction. And, if , like many people with diabetes, you need to... Full Answer