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Diabetes Awareness Month FB Live Series
November is National Diabetes Month, a time to bring attention to diabetes. Over the month, I put a spotlight on diabetes in the black community by hosting a weekly FB Live on BlackDoctor.org. Each Live focused on a different aspect of diabetes from the viewpoint of...
World Diabetes Day
World Diabetes Day (WDD) was created in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization in response to growing concerns about the escalating health threat posed by diabetes. World Diabetes Day became an official United Nations Day in...
Can Nutrition Optimize Your Immunity
Not to be a "Killjoy” here but as "Eating to Prevent Coronavirus" posts escalate across social media once again, I thought a dose of reality was warranted.⠀⠀⠀⠀ Don't get me wrong, eating a diet rich in certain nutrients can optimize the function of your immune system,...
The Glycemic Index: Should You Eat By the Numbers?
As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), I get questions all the time from my clients about the glycemic index (GI), especially those working with me for weight loss and to manage their diabetes. The GI is...
Splenda Diabetes Care Shakes Review
Splenda® Brand, sent me samples of their new Splenda Diabetes Care Shakes, the first and only no added sugar shakes specifically designed to help manage blood sugar and support the needs of people managing diabetes and prediabetes. Each 8oz serving provides ZERO...
Keep Your BBQ ‘Lit’ and Safe This Summer
Registered dietitian Kristen Gradney, owner of Pure Nutrition Wellness Solutions LLC, fires up the grill as we talk about food safety in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Whether you're grilling in the backyard, at the beach or in the park, keep food safety top of...
Keep Your Barbecue ‘Lit’ with Health & Safety in Mind
Food poisoning peaks in the summer months when warmer temperatures cause foodborne germs to flourish. Barbecues and outdoor eating offer lots of opportunities for bacteria to thrive. Don’t let food poisoning spoil your barbecue. Follow these simple steps for planning...
Preventing The Spread In The Kitchen
Preventing the spread of bacteria and reducing the risk for cross-contamination starts with proper handwashing. You’ve read the articles, heard it in the news, and probably even preached it to someone. “Wash your hands before eating.” What else? How can you reduce...
Diabetes and COVID-19: What You Need to Know
According to the CDC, older adults and people who have serious chronic medical conditions like heart disease, lung disease, and diabetes are at higher risk of getting very sick from Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). People with diabetes are NOT more likely to get COVID-19...
Intermittent Fasting 101
The Intermittent Fasting (IF) eating plan has become extremely popular and is widely being discussed across TV, traditional publications, and social media platforms as well as the office break room. Is this just the latest diet fad, or is this a sustainable lifestyle...
Kohlrabi: Have You Tried This Low-Carb Winter Delight?
If you're like me, there's a good chance you didn't grow up eating kohlrabi. But I bet you know kohlrabi's cousins — cabbage, kale, Brussels sprouts, and cauliflower. Kohlrabi, popular in Europe for years, is now trending as a superfood across the U.S. In this...
5 Steps to Achieve Your Goals
I wish you the best as you embark on the journey of a New Year and think of the amazing possibilities the future holds. In this month's newsletter I am sharing with you five simple steps to implement to achieve any goal you set your mind to. One of my goals for the...
5 Ways to Overcome Overeating During the Holidays
It's no secret that it is easy to overindulge during the holiday season. Between the abundance of food offered and available, along with a packed social calendar filled with parties and festivities, it can be easy to overeat. However, over time, it can develop into an...
Got Diabetes? This Vitamin Could Save Your Life
Recent research reveals that vitamin D deficiency is strongly linked to increased death in adults, and is particularly associated with diabetes-related deaths. These findings are especially worrisome for black people who are disproportionately affected by vitamin D...
Maintaining Fitness After 50
As a woman over the age of 50, I know first-hand how challenging it can be to maintain fitness. For example, my body doesn’t require the same number of calories as it did when I was younger. But I still need to get enough nutrients. There’s no getting around it, as we...
Crunch on These 5 Nuts for Better Diabetes Management
Did you know there is more to managing diabetes than good blood sugar control? Diabetes management also includes control of your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and body weight. Together, these factors are often referred to as the ABCs of diabetes management....
Condiments: How to Include Them In Your Diabetes Meal Plan
When it comes to food and diabetes, most people think bland and boring. Those little extras like salad dressing, ketchup, mayo, mustard, relish and salsa that make our taste buds dance are mistakenly banned from the diet. It’s true if you’re not careful and using them...
The Low Down On Salt
It may surprise you to know that your body needs a small amount of salt to work properly. But too much salt—also known as sodium chloride, is bad for your health. Excess sodium can increase your blood pressure and your risk for heart disease and stroke. The 2015–2020...
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