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Who is at risk for type 2 diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes is the most prevalent type of diabetes, nine out of every 10 people diagnosed
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What are the risk factors for type 2 diabetes?
Research suggests that a person’s likelihood of being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is
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What are some common symptoms of diabetes?
Many people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes have no symptoms at all. That is why diabetes is
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What are the ABCs of diabetes control?
The ABCs of diabetes are an abbreviation for A1C, blood pressure and cholesterol. Understanding
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What are the symptoms of diabetes?
Diabetes is often called a silent disease because the symptoms are sometimes so subtle they are
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What is the goal of nutrition therapy for diabetes?
In short the goal of medical nutrition therapy for diabetes is to controll the ABCs of diabetes.
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What is the difference between portions and servings?
When it comes to portions and servings most people are confused, often using the terms
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Can magnesium help with diabetes?
Research suggests that if you have a magnesium deficiency, your body may be less sensitive to
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What is an early sign of insulin resistance?
An early sign of insulin resistance is acanthosis nigricans, which is a skin condition often
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What is diabetic hypoglycemia?
Hypoglycemia is also called low blood glucose or low blood sugar – it occurs when
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Can I plan my meals using only the glycemic index?
The glycemic index (GI) can be part of your strategy when planning healthy meals. The GI
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Why should I meet with a diabetes educator after a diabetes diagnosis?
A diagnosis of diabetes can leave you reeling with feelings of anger, shock, guilt, fear,
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If I have diabetes, what should I discuss with my dietitian?
Your registered dietitian (RD) can assist you with all aspects of meal planning. When working
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Can diabetes be prevented?
Simply put "Yes!" Diabetes can be prevented. The results of a number of research studies show
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Why is it a good idea for a diabetes patient to see a dietitian?
When it comes to diabetes, meal planning is one of the most difficult aspects to manage.
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