News – tagged "Diabetes & High Blood Pressure"

November is National Diabetes Month

For more than four decades, November has been a time to raise awareness of diabetes. It’s a common condition that causes elevated glucose levels in the body.

Nov 02, 2021
FC&A Staff Writer
Tags: Diabetes Diabetes & High Blood Pressure Type 1 Diabetes

Real Foods Are Better Than Pills

Get in and out of the kitchen in minutes!

Jul 06, 2021
FC&A Staff Writer
Tags: cholesterol Diabetes & High Blood Pressure Fatigue garlic Ginger Health & Healing Healthy Fats Healthy Habits Healthy Living Healthy Recipes Healthy Shopping & Cooking Heart/Cholesterol/Blood Pressure Heartburn Immunity & Infections Magnesium Probiotics Supplements Tea

A smart strategy to lower blood sugar ... naturally!

It's no uncommon for people with diabetes to suffer from a magnesium deficiency. In fact, a lack of magnesium can increase insulin resistance and worsen high blood sugar.

May 19, 2021
FC&A Staff Writer
Tags: Diabetes & High Blood Pressure Health & Healing Magnesium Supplements

Go nuts over these good-for-you dishes

Sink your teeth into these delicious dishes topped with almonds, pecans, walnuts, or pistachios. These wholesome treats maintain blood sugar levels thanks to their protein and fiber content and healthy nutrients, say experts. Pair them with other savory foods that battle diabetes, and you’ve got several mouthwatering combos.

Sep 25, 2020
FC&A Staff Writer
Tags: Diabetes & High Blood Pressure Health & Healing Healthy Living Healthy Recipes Healthy Shopping & Cooking Weight Loss & Fitness

Cool down diabetes with chili peppers

Spicing your life up with hot chili peppers, cayenne, and other capsaicin-containing seasonings can help turn the tables on diabetes. There’s new evidence showing capsaicin makes your cells more sensitive to insulin and improves the balance between blood sugar and insulin in your body.