Gut Check: Are All Yogurts Created Equal?
This content originally appeared on Everyday Health. Republished with permission. By Rachael Robertson Medically Reviewed by Ira Daniel Breite, MD People have been eating yogurt for thousands of years, since ancient cultures learned how to ferment milk for the sake of preservation. Indian ayurvedic scripts from around 6,000 B.C. mention the health benefits of yogurt. […]
Ozempic and Muscle Loss — Do You Need to Worry?
Ozempic is the diabetes drug so wildly popular for weight loss — it even got name-checked at the Oscars — that many people with diabetes have been unable to get their prescriptions filled. This meteoric rise in prominence has invited enhanced scrutiny and skepticism. In January, the media was abuzz with stories about “Ozempic face,” […]
FDA Clears Freestyle Libre 2 and 3 for Use With Automated Insulin Delivery
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Andrew Briskin The FDA has cleared Abbott’s Freestyle Libre 2 and Libre 3 continuous glucose monitors (CGM) for integration with automated insulin delivery (AID) systems. These devices have also been cleared for younger children, extended wear time, and for use during pregnancy. The FDA on […]
How Antidepressants Affect Blood Sugar
Many people with diabetes take antidepressants, for a variety of reasons. But did you know that these potent pills can affect your glucose metabolism? This article will cover the common families of antidepressants and the scientific evidence for the effect that they have on blood sugar levels, whether good or bad. Diabetes and Depression Diabetes […]
Keto Sesame Chicken Recipe
This content originally appeared on Low Carb Yum. Republished with permission. This homemade keto sesame chicken recipe will ensure you keep the cravings for Chinese takeout at bay. Made with fried chicken thighs in a perfectly sweet umami sesame sauce, you can enjoy the Chinese food you love — without the high-carb count. Why You’ll […]
Could the Diabetes Drug Metformin Slow the Aging Process?
By Becky Upham Experts believe that, given the right circumstances, humans can live for an astonishing 115 years, according to Lifespan.io. But aging is the No. 1 risk factor for developing diseases and chronic conditions that shorten our lifespan. Outside of committed lifestyle changes, like avoiding processed foods and exercising regularly, there are no hacks or magic pills […]
Is Your Insulin Getting Less Expensive? Your Comprehensive Guide to the Insulin Price Cuts
It’s the biggest diabetes news we can remember: All three major insulin manufacturers have agreed to drop prices of some of their best-selling insulins. First it was Eli Lilly, promising to slash some insulin prices immediately and others in the coming months. That move appeared to provoke the two other big manufacturers, Sanofi and Novo […]
Time to Eat? Why Timing Matters for People With Diabetes
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Alexandra Frost Do people with diabetes need to eat at regular intervals? Is late night snacking ok? What about intermittent fasting? Learn more about why timing matters when eating if you have diabetes. There is no easy answer to the question: “How many times should […]
6 Lettuce Wraps Made in Under 30 Minutes
Lettuce wraps are a great alternative if you want to avoid sugar spikes from eating a bun at lunch or dinner. Lettuce is low in calories and carbs, and with its vitamins, fiber, and high water component, it can help you stay healthy and hydrated. Lettuce wraps have endless variations, but the ones we gathered […]
Three-Ingredient Chocolate Low-Carb Muffins
This content originally appeared on Caroline’s Keto Kitchen. Republished with permission. These chocolate low-carb muffins are ridiculously quick and easy to make because they only have three ingredients (okay, four if you want chocolate chips in them). They are super moist, which you’d probably expect looking at the ingredients. I got this idea based on […]