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El tabaquismo y la diabetes

We know cancer is linked to smoking, but did you know it can also lead to type 2 diabetes? Studies show that those who smoke regularly are almost 50% more likely to develop diabetes than those who don’t smoke. The risk j...

Publicado el Monday, October 21, 2019 2:42 pm

El sedentarismo y la diabetes

We mentioned earlier this week how important being active is for those who are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Moving around and working your muscles improve their ability to use insulin and absorb glucose! This p...

Publicado el Monday, October 21, 2019 2:40 pm

Café y té para la diabetes

We know here in the South sweet tea and sweetened coffee drinks are staples. Neither of these drinks, though, are good for people with diabetes. It may be hard for you to stomach, but unsweetened coffee and tea can help...

Publicado el Monday, October 21, 2019 2:36 pm

Elimina los alimentos procesados

Skipping out on processed foods is easier said than done. Grocery markets are flooded with them! While some processing is necessary for some foods, like the bacteria-killing pasteurization process for milk, others add in...

Publicado el Monday, October 21, 2019 2:32 pm

Fibra para la diabetes

Did you know that fiber is an important factor in helping manage or prevent diabetes? Having a healthy source of fiber at each meal can help prevent spikes in blood sugar and insulin levels. Some fruits that are tasty an...

Publicado el Monday, October 21, 2019 2:30 pm

Vence el sedentarismo

Physical activity is important for everyone, but it’s especially important for those who are at risk for developing diabetes. Several studies have shown a sedentary lifestyle frighteningly increases the risk of developin...

Publicado el Monday, October 21, 2019 2:26 pm