Beef Burgundy
Beef Burgundy or Boeuf bourguignonne, as it’s known in France, is a basic country stew. It has plenty of vegetables, but unlike the stews of other Western countires, no potatoes. […]
Jun
15, 2012
Jun
12, 2012
Basic Sick Day Management
For people with diabetes, a sick day goes beyond congestion and coughing. Having a flu, infection, vomiting, diarrhea or nausea can possibly increase blood sugar. It is essential to test blood sugar more frequently when you are sick and follow some basic guidelines.
Jun
8, 2012
Helpful Tips for Diabetic Neuropathy
Neuropathy or nerve damage can be caused by many different illnesses but one of the leading reasons is diabetes. Neuropathy in the legs and feet is a diabetes complication that results from having your blood sugars and A1C stay out of control for a long period of time; when blood sugars are highly elevated it can […]
Jun
1, 2012
ADW Interviews Samantha Heller, MS, RD, CDN
American Diabetes Wholesale recently had the opportunity to speak with talk show host and registered dietician Samantha Heller, MS, RD, CDN. Heller is part of the team working on the ‘Blood Sugar Basics’ campaign that is designed to offer education and instruction on how a person with […]
May
30, 2012
Bones, Joints & Diabetes
Changes in your musculoskeletal system can be caused by diabetes. Your bones, joints, tendons, ligaments and muscles might be affected. It is essential to watch for symptoms involving your feet, fingers, wrists, hands, shoulders, spine or neck.
May
25, 2012
ADW Diabetes To Offer 10% Discount Off All Orders During Memorial Day Weekend
ADW Diabetes announces their sale to honor Memorial Day giving customers a 10% discount on all products purchased between May 25th and May 28th at https://www.adwdiabetes.com.
May
22, 2012
Sleeping Well Every Night – Why its More Important
Sleeping is as important as diet when you have diabetes. It is linked with your weight, eating habits and blood sugar levels. It is essential to get enough sleep every night to try to avoid health complications related to diabetes.
May
22, 2012
Barley and Apple Pilaf
Barley and Apple Pilaf is a great variation on the typical rice pilaf, and the fruit helps to make it a main course kids will enjoy. For protein, you can add some pine nuts or peanuts, or for meat-eaters, add some diced cooked chicken.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup […]
May
21, 2012
Billi Bi Mussels
The classic French version is a soup of mussels with saffron and cream in which the mussels are strained out and served separately, but the country version, Billi Bi Mussels, is heartier and more fun.
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 6 tablespoons chopped shallots
- 6 tablespoons chopped […]
May
21, 2012
Diabetes and Heart Disease – The Connection
Just when you figured out the difference between the “good” cholesterol (HDL) and “bad” cholesterol (LDL), British researchers have discovered there is another, more dangerous form of LDL cholesterol they are calling ‘ultra bad.’[1]
The research, headed by the British […]