Dark chocolate is healthier because it has less added sugar. I'm sure you don't need another lecture on the dangers of e…
Food & Nutrition
A Diabetic Chef in the Sweetest Place on Earth: An interview with Charlie Gipe
Why wasn't I told to use insulin before? Everyone said, "You're a type 2, you don't need it." It's not true.…
The End of the Low-Fat Era
For many people, low-fat diets are even worse than moderate or high-fat diets because they're often high in carbohydrate…
The Eat Local Experiment
I did a lot of preparing last fall for the start of my project. I froze tomatoes and made a number of stocks. We also …
Eat Your Winter Vegetables
I know it's important to include raw vegetables in my diet, but as the winter wears on I find myself eating fewer and fe…
USDA Recommends Eating More Fruit, Vegetables, Protein and Less Salt and Refined Grains
The US Department of Agriculture announced the release of the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the federal governm…
Identifying Hidden Sugars in Your Food
The average American consumes at least 64 pounds of sugar per year, and the average teenage boy at least 109 pounds...…
Piloxing, Weighted Vests, Fitbit and Other 2011 Fitness Trends
Wearing weighted vests turns a simple walk into a strength training workout...…
6 Tips To Manage Type 2 Diabetes in 2011
Eating more protein at breakfast sets a good blood sugar tone for the day and lessens cravings...…
Almonds May Improve Insulin Sensitivity
Consuming an almond-enriched diet may help improve insulin sensitivity and decrease LDL-cholesterol levels in those with…