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    Unexplained Highs

    Aug 19, 2023 2 minutes

    Q I have type 1 diabetes and eat a whole-food, plant-based diet. It surprises me to see my blood sugar spike when I have low-carb foods such as zucchini or cashews. What causes this to happen?

    A Carbohydrates can be sneaky. They find their way into our

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