Nutrition and Diabetes: What You Eat Matters
Living with diabetes doesn’t mean giving up the joy of eating. In fact, good nutrition is one of the most powerful tools for managing diabetes—and it can also prevent complications and improve overall health. Whether you’ve been recently diagnosed or are supporting a loved one, understanding the link between food and blood sugar is key. Understanding Diabetes and Blood Sugar Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how the body processes blood sugar (glucose). In type 1 diabetes, the body doesn’t produce insulin. In type 2, the body either resists insulin or doesn’t produce enough. Either way, maintaining healthy blood sugar levels is essential—and that starts with nutrition. Top Nutrition Goals for Managing Diabetes Keep Blood Sugar in a Healthy RangeAvoid spikes and crashes by [...]