My clients will often ask “what’s better, white potatoes or sweet potatoes?” So let’s get right to it: Sweet Potatoes vs White Potatoes Both potatoes are healthy, clean carbohydrates however sweet potatoes could reign supreme for T1D’s. There are many reasons to love sweet potatoes. While they are delicious, healthy and easy to prepare, they’re also…
Sleep Benefits for Diabetes include mental and physical repair. This time every year sleep becomes my favorite pastime. The weather, in combination with Daylights Saving Time, makes me want to hibernate and sleep all the time. I believe we get sick more often this time of year because our busy schedules don’t allow us to “hibernate” or…
Proper nutrition is an important foundation to achieve most health and wellness goals for diabetics and non diabetics. Our knowledge of the 3 basic food groups and the role they play in a healthy diet will help us to decide what to eat, when to eat and how much to eat. Proper nutrition is important…
This past weekend I was spurred into action by my boyfriend to exercise. My lack of motivation was definitely apparent, therefore I had to get motivated quickly. I am a professional fitness trainer while he has type 1 diabetes. Consistent exercise is important for both of us, and sometimes we all need something or someone…