Glycemic Index: New Way to Count Carbs? - 96.15%
The latest news in diabetes diet planning is that even foods with the same carbohydrate content can trigger a wide difference in blood sugar levels. Diabetes researchers have developed a system for measuring  the glycemic index of foods. Healthy carbs are those with a low glycemic index.  This information takes the exchange diet to another level to help establish a diabetic food list that helps normalize blood sugar. (Complete Article)

Diabetic Recipes - Fruit Salads - 83.51%
Salads play an important role in any healthful cuisine, and low-Glycemic Index cooking is no exception. Enjoy fruit salads such as Fabulous Fruit Salad, Two-Layer Fruit Salad, Cherry-Apple Salad and Simple Pear Salad. (Glycemic Index, Diabetic Meal Planning) (Complete Article)

Dieters Weigh Choices: South Beach vs. Atkins - 79.67%
Diabetics have been aware of the benefit of low-carb diets for years. Now the general public has embraced the concept.  Agatston, author of The South Beach Diet, takes the approach of urging dieters to eat "the right carbs" - fruits and vegetables and, eventually, whole grains - but it still means forgoing the "white carbs" - white potatoes, white bread, white rice and pasta (except for whole wheat pasta) - for the rest of your life. (Complete Article)

The Low-Carb Way to Weight Loss - 79.67%
Carbohydrates are one of three basic macronutrients needed to sustain life (the other two are protein and fat). But eating too many carbohydrates, especially refined carbs - can cause weight gain and can adversely affect your health.  Glycemic index guidelines to help you plan a healthy diabetes diet. (Diabetes type ii and Diabetes type i) (Complete Article)

Diabetic Recipes - Appetizers and Snacks - 77.42%
For most of us, party foods spell fun, festivity - and an overdose of fat, calories, and high-GI carbs. Fortunately, adopting a healthy low-GI lifestyle does not mean giving up party foods. Enjoy treats like Veggie-Cream Cheese Spread, Tasty Tuna Spread, Roasted Red Pepper Dip and Creamy Herb Dip. (Diabetic Meal Planning, Glycemic Index) (Complete Article)

Diabetic Recipes - Low Carb - 77.42%
Low-Carb recipes that make diabetic meal planning a breeze including Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Broccoli-Tomato Salad, Very Veggie Lasagna, Berry Delicious Salad. (Diabetes Menu and Diabetes Recipes) (Complete Article)

It's Atkins vs. South Beach - 77.42%
Low carb diets are at the top of the list of popular diets.  In the past, concern about glycemic index  and carb count were primarily diabetic diet issues.  Now weight loss programs for the general population address this nutrition concept. (Complete Article)

Health Consequences of Too Much Fast Food - 77.42%
Eating fast food regularly increases the odds of becoming obese and/or a type 2 diabetic. That's the conclusion of the CARDIA study (Coronary Artery Risk Development in Young Adults), which followed 3,031 young adults for 15 years.  (Diabetic Meal Planning and Type 2 Diabetes) (Complete Article)

Managing Hypoglycemia - Basic Guidelines (Part I) - 77.42%
Hypoglycemia can be the precursor to Type II diabetes and other insulin resistance related ailments. The good news is that treatment is easy  to understand, and you can manage it yourself.  Best of all, the treatment is without risk, whether or not you actually have hypoglycemia because the treatment is simply a change in diet. (Low blood sugar) (Complete Article)