Ozempic and Wegovy May Aid Anti-Cancer ‘Natural Killer’ Cells
This content originally appeared on Everyday Health. Republished with permission. By Lisa Rapaport People with obesity who take Ozempic or Wegovy to shed excess pounds might get an unexpected benefit. Results of a small experiment published May 9 in the journal Obesity suggest that drugs containing semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, might help reduce the risk of cancer. That’s because […]
Keto BBQ Sides For Your Next Summer Cookout
This content originally appeared on Low Carb Yum. Republished with permission. These keto BBQ sides are perfect choices for your next summer cookout. There are more than 10 easy low-carb recipes for bbq to choose from! Why You’ll Love It Summer just isn’t the same without picnics, outdoor BBQs parties, fresh-squeezed lemonade, and pool parties to […]
What I Eat As a Diabetes Expert, Dietitian & Strength Coach with T1D
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Ben Tzeel Ben Tzeel, a registered dietitian and strength coach who has lived with type 1 diabetes for over 20 years, discusses his daily eating habits and what others with diabetes should know. If I had a dollar for every time someone with diabetes asked me, “Ben, […]
7 Diabetes Habits of People with A1Cs Under 7.0
Frustrated that you can’t get your A1C under 7.0 even though others are able to? Managing type 1 or type 2 diabetes isn’t a straight line. There’s no easy list of “1, 2, 3″ that you can do every day that will ever make diabetes management easy … but there are certain habits you can develop […]
Low-Carb Curious? Try Breakfast First
Not sure how to start a low-carb lifestyle? Try cutting carbohydrates at breakfast first. A new study suggests that eating fewer carbs at the first meal of the day delivers significant metabolic benefits for people with type 2 diabetes. And the experts behind the experiment think that breakfast is the ideal meal for cutting carbs. […]
Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken with Lemon & Herbs
This content originally appeared here. Republished with permission. Make this game-changing Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken recipe featuring the tangy, bright flavors of yogurt, lemon, and herbs. It’s easy to make and pairs beautifully with fresh salads, roasted vegetables, rice, and more. Why You’ll Love It Marinating chicken in a simple Greek Yogurt marinade turns it […]
FDA Warns of Safety Issues With Compounded Forms of Semaglutide
This content originally appeared on Everyday Health. Republished with permission. By Lisa Rapaport The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning against turning to compounding pharmacies for generic versions of semaglutide, the active ingredient in Wegovy and Ozempic. Compounded drugs may mix, combine, or alter ingredients to make medications that are tailored to the needs of individual […]
Non-Invasive Glucose Monitoring: Hope or Hype?
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Andrew Briskin For years, people with diabetes have sought out an accurate way to measure glucose without the need for fingersticks or fluid samples. Here’s a look at the latest in research and development of non-invasive glucose monitoring devices. Over the last two decades, dozens […]
Swimming with Diabetes
Swimming is terrifically healthy and boasts many benefits for people with diabetes. But diabetes does make swimming a little bit more complicated, especially if you use insulin. Swimmers with diabetes need to be mindful of the risk of hypoglycemia, and need to know how exactly to care for all of the electronic devices they use […]
Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
Fruit is often dubbed “nature’s candy” as it contains both glucose & fructose. Glucose, as any carb-conscious foodie will attest, causes a rapid blood sugar rise requiring insulin. Fructose, on the other hand, does not raise blood sugar and is metabolized by the liver. Berries are a superfood packed with antioxidants & fiber, making them an […]