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Close-up of a woman’s hands taking raisins from a glass jar — a common dried fruit option for people with diabetes.

Dried Fruit for Diabetics: Low-Sugar Picks & What to Avoid

May 29, 2025 Carrie Leave a comment

Can you eat dried fruit with diabetes? You’ve probably been told to steer clear of dried fruit because it’s high…

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Filed under: blood sugar, carbohydrates, diabetes, snacks

Top 9 Cereals High in Iron 

March 20, 2025 Carrie

Breakfast cereals can be an easy and convenient way to boost your iron intake—especially those fortified with iron. Whether you’re looking…

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Filed under: blood sugar, breakfast, carbohydrates, heart health

7 Best Hiking Snacks for Your Next Day Trip

March 6, 2025 Carrie

Are you getting ready to go on a hike into the foothills and need to pop something into your bag…

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Filed under: carbohydrates, energy, hike, hiking, snacks
Two sugar free chocolate bars

Sugar Free Chocolate for Diabetics: Everything You Need to Know

February 6, 2025 Carrie

Sugar-free chocolate options for diabetics are a great way to enjoy sweet treats without the worry of blood sugar spikes.…

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Filed under: blood sugar, carbohydrates, dessert, diabetes, weight loss

Diabetic-Friendly Overnight Oats Recipes

January 9, 2025 Carrie

Overnight oats are a great on-the-go breakfast. But when it comes to having diabetes, it can be a challenge since…

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Filed under: blood sugar, carbohydrates, diabetes, oats, overnight oats, protein, recipes, type 2 diabetes
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7 Best Low Sugar Coffee Creamers for Diabetes

October 24, 2024 Carrie

Wondering which coffee creamers are low in sugar and fat? Discover 7 coffee creamers for diabetes that let you enjoy…

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Filed under: blood sugar, carbohydrates, diabetes

Quinoa vs Oatmeal for Lowering Cholesterol: Is One Better than the Other?

August 8, 2024 Carrie

Curious about whether quinoa or oatmeal is better for lowering cholesterol? This post explores their distinct health benefits and offers…

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Filed under: carbohydrates, heart health, high cholesterol, high fiber, Oatmeal, quinoa, whole grain

5 Quick Tips For Better Blood Sugar Readings

May 20, 2023 Carrie

Are you struggling with those high blood sugar readings? Are you hoping to get them down so you can reduce…

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Filed under: blood sugar, blood sugar log, carbohydrates, diabetes, high blood sugar, lower A1c

What is the Difference Between Total Carbs and Net Carbs?

March 3, 2022 Carrie

If you’ve been wondering about the difference between net carbs and total carbs, you’re not alone. ‘Net carbs‘ often appears…

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Filed under: atkins, carbohydrates, Fiber, high fiber, keto, low carb, net carbs, sugar alcohols

Recipe: Cinnamon Chocolate Oatmeal

November 19, 2021 Carrie

Cold weather calls for a bowl of warm cinnamon chocolate oatmeal in the morning. Don’t you think? Imagine sitting at…

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Filed under: blood sugar, breakfast, carbohydrates, chocolate, cinnamon, diabetes, fall, heart health, high fiber, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, Oatmeal, PCOS, pre-diabetes, quick, winter

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