Diabetes 101: Curb Carb Cravings

Diabetes 101: Curb Carb Cravings

True Hunger vs. Cravings Keeping your blood sugar levels consistent is a significant part of caring for your diabetes in general. The more control you have over your blood sugar, the less likely you are to crave carbs and sugary foods. Large swings in blood sugar...
Enjoy Seasonal Produce this Autumn

Enjoy Seasonal Produce this Autumn

One great way people can make their food more fun is to eat seasonal foods. Seasonal picks are not only fresh and nutrient-rich. They’re also a way of getting involved with local agriculture. This autumn, pumpkin patches are springing up. There’s apple...
What Is Anemia & How Does It Affect the Body?

What Is Anemia & How Does It Affect the Body?

Anemia occurs when your body doesn’t produce enough healthy red blood cells which are needed to carry oxygen from your lungs throughout your body. As a result, it can cause shortness of breath, fatigue, and weakness. Anemia is a common health issue, but that doesn’t...
Why You Need Carbs and When to Eat Them

Why You Need Carbs and When to Eat Them

Carbs sometimes get a bad reputation. This is typically from those who do not have a full understanding of how carbs are used. Carbs are, in fact, the body’s preferred energy source and are used for a variety of normal, basic functions. Like any other...
How to Cut Out Empty Calories

How to Cut Out Empty Calories

If you’re trying to have a healthier diet, one of the first places to start is getting rid of empty calories. Empty calories are calories that come from food with no nutritional value. Think soda and candy bars. These still count toward your daily calorie goal, but...