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We take a closer look at why this may be trueand why it might not be. Whats the big deal about prediabetes? Most importantly, they wanted to see how this worked in real life and if it was sustainable. Photo:mixetto/Getty Images How Was the Study Conducted? For the study, researchers randomly split participants with prediabetes into two groups. One group, the C group, received standard nutrition counseling only. Both groups kept food diaries for the 16 weeks....

On the other end of the spectrum, reviewers are saying, “THE TASTE! and “didn’t notice much difference.” We asked the experts. Amazon, Getty Images / Lew Robertson What are Sulfites and Tannins? “Tannins are a group of chemical compounds found in the skins, stalks and seeds of grapes. That doesn’t mean it will trigger a headache. Or if you like, try white wine, which naturally has low to no tannins....

(Or a mix of all of the above.) Multivitaminsare designed to supplement a balanced diet, not replace it. What Causes Multivitamin Intoxication? Photo:Getty Images This can lead to production problems like contamination or inaccurate dosing, Li says. (This can also lead to unexpected side effectsor no benefit at all.) This underscores the importance of buying from reputable sources and looking for independent verification and certification, Bannan says. Look for a seal on the label from a group likeConsumer Lab,NSF InternationalandUS Pharmacopeia (USP)....

Drinking too much Liquid I.V. landed one woman in the emergency room. Here, the signs and symptoms to know and why you should reserve these drinks for certain circumstances. Photo:Courtesy of Brand Electrolytes are minerals in your blood, tissues and organs that have an electrical charge. Examples of electrolytes include sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphate and chloride. You lose electrolytes when you sweat. This can be done with electrolyte replacement drinks....

After all, you might assume that wine is loaded with sugar, making it taboo in your diet. Good news, though. “They can pretty much drink and eat any food a person without diabetes can eat.” Photo: Getty Images That doesn’t mean you’re free to down glass after glass, though. How wine affects your blood sugar levels Wine is primarily made from grapes and yeast. As the wine ferments, the yeasts eat the sugar from the grapes and create alcohol in the drink....

Carbs are essential, no matter if you have diabetes or not. Yes, that includes fruit! Fruit is packed with vitamins and fiber, which helps balance blood sugar levels and promote satiety. Getty Images It’s important to remember that blood sugar rising is normalit happens when we eat carbs. This might look like having apple slices with peanut butter, nuts or Greek yogurt. It’s not just the development of diabetes that’s worth considering....

Nutrition experts weigh in on how to include butter in a meal plan if you have diabetes. Rest assured, we’ve got you covered in this article. How Dietary Fats Affect People with Diabetes You may remember the era when low-fat everything reigned supreme. Getty Images The key word here being right fats. Saturated fats are typically found in animal products and are solid at room temperature. Now, how exactly do these fat types affect someone with diabetes?...

Certified diabetes educators and nutrition experts weigh in on the controversial ingredient. Its important to be aware of how foodand ingredients, like canola oilcan help (or hinder) diabetes. There are two main types of fats found in the diet: unsaturated and saturated. Getty Images it’s possible for you to include both types of unsaturated fat in a balanced diet. In fact, many foods contain a blend of bothcanola oil included....

Go ahead and enjoy cereal! Heres how to include cereal as part of a healthy, diabetes-friendly diet. If there’s one ubiquitous breakfast, it’s cereal. Getty Images This condition affects 37 million people in the United States, according to theCenters for Disease Control and Prevention. First, eating breakfast, in general, tends to be a healthy choice. As for cereal, it’s delicious and convenient. And yes, you’ve got the option to eat it if you have diabetes....

Is it safe to eat moldy cheese? Find out definitively so you’re prepared the next time you fire up the cheese drawer. It is also easy to forget about a cheese you have already opened and unwrap a new one. Getty Images / Russell102 Which means, inevitably, we are faced with a moldy cheese. This begs the question, is moldy cheese salvageable, and how do I know? And many of the molds involved in cheesemaking are great....

Plus, the most heart-healthy ways to add cheese to your eating pattern. Cheese is high on many people’s list of favorite foods. The good news is that a little bit of cheese goes a long way in the flavor department. Polina Tankilevitch/Pexels So, how much can you really have if you have heart disease? Adults need 1,000 milligrams of calcium per day, and most hard cheeses are an excellent source....

Sugar doesn’t have to be off-limits if you have diabetes. A registered dietitian explains how to make sweet treats blood-sugar friendly. If you have diabetes, does that mean eating dessert is completely off-limits? Pictured Recipe:Chocolate-Peanut Butter Energy Bars Thankfully, that’s not true. Just because desserts contain sugar does not mean a person with diabetes should avoid them altogether. This is likely why people with diabetes may have the impression that they can’t enjoy sweet foods....

Find out from a nutrition expert how to include dried fruit in your diet if you have diabetes. As you could see, comparing fresh versus dried fruit from a portion-size angle just doesn’t work. These molecules help fuel your body and provide energy. Getty Images The sugars labeled"added sugars"should read 0 grams. Frequently Asked Questions There are a variety of dried fruit options on the market today. The most readily available low-sugar dried fruits are prunes....