Keto Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins
This content originally appeared on Low Carb Yum. Republished with permission. If you’re looking for a delicious snack that’s keto-friendly and full of flavor, look no further than blueberry cream cheese muffins! These decadent little treats are like mini cheesecakes with the added bonus of juicy blueberries and crunchy sliced almonds. They make the perfect […]
Weight Loss Drugs and Nutrition: What to Eat, a Sample Menu, and More
This content originally appeared on Everyday Health. Republished with permission. By Sarah Garone — Medically reviewed by Sean Hashmi, MD, MS, FASN of American College of Lifestyle Medicine In recent years, newer drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide — GLP-1 and GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonists — have changed the type 2 diabetes treatment landscape with their remarkable […]
Keto for Kids? Why Experts Are Still Nervous
Low-carbohydrate diets are more popular than ever for the management of diabetes and weight loss. But what about growing children and teenagers with diabetes? Is keto safe for kids? It’s common wisdom that carbohydrate restriction is potentially beneficial for diabetes management — especially if that means reducing your intake of sugar, refined starches, and ultra-processed […]
Beer and Hard Seltzer: The Ultimate Diabetes-Friendly Guide
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Erin Davis Beer is an alcoholic beverage that’s been enjoyed for centuries, while hard seltzer is a popular low-carb drink that’s relatively new on the scene. Here’s everything you need to know about beer and hard seltzer if you have diabetes. If you like beer, you’re […]
Vitamin D and Diabetic Retinopathy
Low levels of vitamin D may be associated with an enhanced risk of diabetic retinopathy, according to a new study. It is just the latest in a history of work to identify a connection between the two conditions, though the potential mechanism linking the two remains mysterious. The new study, published in Clinical Nutrition ESPEN, […]
Keto Cheesecake Fluff (Sugar-Free Recipe)
This content originally appeared on Low Carb Yum. Republished with permission. Rich cream cheese, luscious heavy whipping cream, and the perfect dash of vanilla and lemon extracts sweetened just right with keto sweetener come together in this simple yet decadent keto cheesecake mousse. It’s quick and easy to prepare! You can probably tell from my […]
16 Apps for Managing Diabetes: Blood Glucose Trackers, Food and Exercise Logs, and More
This content originally appeared on Everyday Health. Republished with permission. By Lauren Bedosky Medically Reviewed by Kacy Church, MD on November 2, 2022 Here’s some good news: Turning to tech can help you succeed in hitting your A1C goal, counting carbs, and losing weight. Research shows that using a diabetes app can improve your health. […]
Even Temporary Type 2 Diabetes Remission Brings Huge Long-Term Benefits
New study results are the first to show that people who can “reverse” type 2 diabetes through intensive lifestyle intervention — even if only temporarily — are less likely to develop heart and kidney disease in later life. Reversal isn’t a medical term; doctors prefer to use the word remission, which, for type 2 diabetes, […]
What Is a ‘Low Hangover’? Plus How To Get Through It
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Amelia Harnish Feeling shaky, tired, and irritable after a nighttime low? For people with diabetes, this phenomenon is known as a “low hangover.” Here’s how to manage. While a lucky few may have only heard stories about it, many people with diabetes have experienced the dreaded […]
New Study Shows Ozempic and Wegovy Not Tied to Suicidal Thoughts
This content originally appeared on Everyday Health. Republished with permission. A large new study suggests that Ozempic and Wegovy don’t increase the risk of suicidal thoughts, a potential side effect that has prompted regulatory investigations in the United States and Europe. Both drugs contain the same active ingredient, semaglutide, and are in a family of medicines […]