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Type 1 Diabetes

An autoimmune disease commonly diagnosed in childhood.

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On Aug 21

What is a healthy chicken dinner recipe?

No need to give up delicious classics like Chicken Parmesan if you have diabetes. This low carb version uses a mixture of whole wheat breadcrumbs, ground almonds and Parmesan cheese to coat chicken breasts that are baked, not fried, so that they're crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. Roun
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On Aug 21

How can I start an exercise program with chronic pain?

It can certainly be difficult to stick to an exercise routine when you have chronic pain, but studies have shown that physical conditioning in chronic pain patients can have immediate and long-term benefits. On the other hand, too little activity can lead to a loss of flexibility, strength, and e...
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On Aug 17

What is a strawberry sherbet recipe for people with diabetes?

This strawberry sherbet recipe is easy to make and has no added sugar, so it’s perfect for people with diabetes. The sweetness of this icy treat comes from the natural sugars in the berries and from Splenda. Easy Strawberry Sherbet Ingredients 1 cup whole milk 1 cup fresh sliced strawberri
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On Aug 17

What is an autoimmune disease?

The immune system is responsible for protecting us from disease. It does so by identifying and destroying foreign bodies, such as infectious agents and unwanted bacteria. However, the immune system is not always able to differentiate between "good" and "bad" cells. Autoimmune dis
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On Aug 17

How does vinegar lower blood sugar levels?

Preliminary research suggests that vinegar may have some blood glucose (sugar) lowering benefits. There's also some evidence that vinegar may help promote weight loss. The active compound in vinegar, acetic acid, has been shown to inhibit carb-digesting enzymes, which means carbs have less of an...
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On Aug 14

How is latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA) diagnosed?

Regardless of your age, if you are labeled as having type 2 diabetes but have no family history of diabetes and are not overweight, you may in fact have latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA). Your doctor can check for this with a blood test for autoantibodies and c-peptide levels. These tests.
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On Aug 14

What is an easy seafood appetizer for people with diabetes?

For a spicy, Asian-inspired appetizer, egg foo yung doesn’t disappoint. This easy dish contains shrimp, water chestnuts, and bean sprouts, giving it a crunchy texture. Finish it off with hot mustard, and you have a low-carb dish that’s perfect for people with diabetes. Egg Foo Yung Ingredients ...
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On Aug 09

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 blood...
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On Aug 09

Besides soy, what are good protein sources for vegetarians with diabetes?

Good plant sources of protein include nuts, seeds, beans, peas, soy, wheat gluten, and quorn. Wheat gluten is the tough substance remaining after the flour of wheat or other grain is washed to remove the starch. It has the texture and taste of meat. Quorn is a textured product made from a mushroom-l
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On Aug 09

What's an easy strawberry dessert?

Fresh strawberries get dressed up with an Italian "cream" sauce made from a surpising ingredient: ricotta cheese that's blended with Grand Marnier and other flavorings until fluffy. Delicious -- and perfect for people with diabetes. Berries with Italian Cream Ingredients 3 cup fresh sli
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On Aug 09

What is insulin?

Metabolism is the process by which glucose, consumed as food, is turned into energy that is useful for the body. In a normally functioning metabolic system, the ingestion of food signals the pancreas to release insulin into the bloodstream. This insulin, in turn, signals liver, muscle, and fat cells
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On Aug 09

What is a healthy roasted carrot recipe?

Roasting brings out the best in carrots -- it emphasizes their natural sweetness and flavor. But this side dish doesn't just taste good. The beta-carotene that gives carrots their color is full of good-for-you antioxidants. Garlic-roasted carrots Ingredients 3 medium carrots, cut into diag
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On Aug 09

Can too much milk elevate blood sugar levels in a person with diabetes?

When a person's blood sugars are elevated, it is usually caused by multiple things, not just the amount of milk that he or she drinks. If you are counting carbohydrates, just keep in mind that eight ounces of milk has about 12 grams of carbohydrate. If you are not counting carbohydrates, don't excee
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On Aug 02

Should people with diabetes exercise every day?

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 done. What’s more, regular physical activity is not only.
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