by Christine McKinney, RD LDN CDCES
Meal planning is the first step in healthy eating. It doesn’t matter what diet you are trying to follow you need to meal plan. For people with diabetes this is especially important because food directly impacts blood glucose levels. Meal planning also helps to...
by Christine McKinney, RD LDN CDCES
The holidays are here! It’s a busy time of the year and healthy habits can get pushed aside. Social events are on the calendar and that means food. There may be days or evenings that feel like they revolve around food. Holiday food is usually more of a splurge...
by Christine McKinney, RD LDN CDCES
What are some healthy beverage choices? Our bodies need fluid throughout the day so it’s important to think about what you drink. Did you know that the human body is made up of more than 60% water? Water is in all of our organs, muscles, fat, and even bones. Water...
by Christine McKinney, RD LDN CDCES
Is there different information on the Nutrition Facts Label? Yes, currently we are seeing two different Nutrition Facts labels. Our current food label is more than 20 years old. The Nutrition Facts label has been updated and food manufacturers will be required to...
by Maureen Seel, RDN/LDN CDCES
If you have type 2 diabetes, chances are your doctor has recommended lifestyle changes to improve your blood glucose control. But what happens when diet and exercise aren’t enough? When diabetes medications are needed, health care providers generally have many...
