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Editor’s Note
Dear readers, Who loves fall most of all? The autumn is a time of transitions—the leaves are changing, temperatures are cooling down, and new fruits and vegetables are coming into season. These pages on the calendar often bring changes to routine as
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Editorial Director, Wellness Division Diane Fennell Food Editor Lorena Drago, MS, RDN, CDN, CDCES Senior Designer Scott Brandsgaard Director of Media Solutions Ed Feldman Media Solutions Manager Cheyenne Corliss ccorliss@madavor.com Client Services c
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It’s pretty amazing what the body does to help regulate blood glucose levels and provide fuel for bodily processes. Unfortunately, things can go awry with this finely tuned system. If you have questions about insulin resistance, this article can give
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New Risk Factors for T2D Discovered
In addition to the already well-known risk factors for type 2 diabetes, researchers have identified two previously unknown ones, according to a new report. Over the years, scientists have discovered nearly a dozen risk factors for type 2 diabetes. Th
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New Study Sheds Light On How Metformin Works
Metformin has become the standard first-line medicine for type 2 diabetes, but for such a widely prescribed and studied drug, there’s still a lot that scientists don’t know about how it works. That may be changing, though, thanks to a study recently
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Cinnamon
When it comes to diabetes, cinnamon has been shown in some preliminary studies (but not others) to support blood sugar management and provide additional health benefits. How much do you know about the research on this spice? Take this quiz to find ou
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Mediterranean Diet Beats Low-fat For Kidney Function In T2d
For people with both type 2 diabetes and coronary artery disease (CAD)—a common and dangerous form of heart disease—a Mediterranean diet may be a better option than a low-fat diet when it comes to preserving kidney function, according to a new study
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Lower Magnesium Levels Linked to Insulin Resistance, Type 2
Having a lower blood level of magnesium is linked to a higher risk of developing insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes, according to a new study published in the journal Nutrients. Magnesium is a mineral found naturally in certain foods that is key
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Physical Activity May Reduce Neuropathy Risk in Type 1
In people with type 1 diabetes for 50 years or longer, greater physical activity is linked to a lower risk of developing peripheral neuropathy—nerve damage affecting the limbs, usually the legs or feet—according to a new study published in the Journa
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Cool New Products to Try
Staring at a computer all day or night can lead to eye strain and fatigue. But it’s not just your computer—tablets, smartphones, flat-screen TVs, fluorescent lights, and more all emit blue light, a type of light that may cause tired eyes and lead to
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Low-Glucose Dilemmas
Q Last week, I felt like I had low blood glucose, but when I checked with my meter, my glucose level was fine—in the 120s. This has happened to me a few times. Does this mean my normal blood glucose is higher than for most people? A I had to laugh wh
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‘Fall’ Into Success
Summertime is often characterized by warmth, energy, and an increase in physical pursuits. As we transition to autumn and adjust to the change in seasons, and perhaps the personal obligations that accompany this time of year, it can be easy to lose t
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‘Fall’ Into Weight Management
Maintaining your healthy living goals as you wave goodbye to the summer can be difficult. The days are getting cooler, comfort food is looking more appealing, and the baggier clothes are coming out of the closet. The good news is that the outdoor chi
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Wraps, Buns, Tortillas, and English Muffins
If bread is getting too basic for you, why not branch out and give a wrap, bun, tortilla, or English muffin a try? Yes, most of these contain carbohydrate, but even if you’re “low carbing” it, you’ll still find something to fit your carb budget. When
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Boosting the Nutrition Value of Your Food
Many people struggle with their relationship with food and how to develop a well-balanced approach to eating, a situation I’ve encountered many times in my work as a dietitian and diabetes educator. Often, clients express feelings of guilt if they ch
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Time to Tote Your Lunch!
Are you ready to pack a delicious, flavorful, and easy-to-prepare lunch? It’s time to jazz up your midday menu with nutritious and preportioned meals and snacks by using a lunch box. A variety of lunch boxes can be found across the globe, designed to
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Can’t Go To Jamaica? Bring It To You With This Jerk Chicken Recipe!
When you think of Jamaican food, chances are that “jerk chicken” is top of mind. But do you know where the style of cooking originated? Jamaican jerk is a blend of delicious flavors that describe how food is seasoned and cooked. It consists of warm f
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‘Fast’ Food
Need some “fast” food ideas? Not the kind from the drive-thru, mind you, but a few nourishing meals you can easily put together at home? Here are time-saving tips and favorite recipes from three registered dietitian nutritionists for no-hassle meals
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4 Fast Meal Ideas That Registered Dietitians Recommend
Our experts shared a few of their favorite quick meals that are sure to satisfy your taste buds and nourish your nutrient needs. “This bowl is easy to make, especially if you meal prep it on Sunday and eat it throughout your week. You can also opt to
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The Fallacy of 15
When I was young and restless, my Pappy often said to me, “Rules are rules.” Of course, this was usually preceded by my breaking of said rules. As I got a little older and life (and Pappy’s hair) developed more gray areas, he softened his stance a bi
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Return to School With Success!
Over the course of the past few years, lockdowns, hybrid schools, and virtual schools have upended families’ schedules and the critical routines that help keep children with type 1 diabetes safe and healthy. Establishing new school routines or re-est
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Snore No More
Snoring can be more than just an inconvenience for you or whoever is sharing your bed. It can be a sign of sleep apnea—shallow breathing or pauses in breathing during sleep. Sleep apnea can cause excessive sleepiness during the day, difficulty concen
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Getting the Most Out of CPAP
While CPAP is a proven treatment for sleep apnea, its effectiveness is limited when it isn’t used correctly—or isn’t used at all. The Mayo Clinic offers a number of suggestions about possible problems with CPAP and ways to get around them. Masks come
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Can CPAP Lower Blood Glucose Levels?
We know that sleep apnea can raise blood glucose levels in people with diabetes. Is the converse true—in other words, can successfully treating sleep apnea with CPAP lower blood glucose levels? Preliminary evidence suggests that it can. Probably the
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‘FALL’ INTO Healthy Habits
Feeling a pep in your step with the arrival of crisp autumn air and colorful leaves? Why not take the opportunity to “fall” into some healthier dietary habits! This collection makes use of all the quintessential flavors the season’s bounty has to off
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Pumpkin Yums
12 MUFFINS | 1 MUFFIN CAL 191 | FAT 6G | SAT FAT 1G | PROTEIN 5G | CARBS 29G | CHOL 1MG | FIBER 3G | SODIUM 417MG DIETARY EXCHANGE: 2 BREAD/STARCH, 1 FAT 12 pleated paper muffin cups or nonstick cooking spray3¾ cups Better Baking Mix (recipe on page
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Appealing Apples
6 SERVINGS | ⅙ OF TOTAL RECIPE CAL 190 | FAT 8G | SAT FAT 2G | PROTEIN 3G | CARBS 28G | CHOL 0MG | FIBER 2G | SODIUM 210MG DIETARY EXCHANGE: 1 BREAD/STARCH, 1 FRUIT ¾ cup all-purpose flour¼ cup whole-wheat flour1 teaspoon baking powder⅛ teaspoon salt
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Cool Corn
4 CUPS | ½ CUP CAL 65 | FAT 1G | SAT FAT <1G | PROTEIN 3G | CARBS 11G | CHOL <1MG | FIBER 2G | SODIUM 91MG DIETARY EXCHANGE: ½ STARCH, 1 NONSTARCHY VEGETABLE CARBOHYDRATE CHOICES: 1 1 pound zucchini, sliced lengthwise3 roasted green chilies, peeled a
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Scrumptious Cranberries
18 SERVINGS | 2 TABLESPOONS CAL 52 | FAT 1G | SAT FAT 1G | PROTEIN 1G | CARBS 12G | CHOL 0MG | FIBER 1G | SODIUM 4MG DIETARY EXCHANGE: 1 FRUIT 1 teaspoon canola oil1 clove garlic, finely minced1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely minced1
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Posh Squash
4 SERVINGS | ¾ CUP CAL 128 | FAT 4G | SAT FAT 1G | PROTEIN NA | CARBS 24G | CHOL 0MG | FIBER 4G | SODIUM 154MG DIETARY EXCHANGE: 1½ BREAD/STARCH, ½ FAT Nonstick cooking spray4 cups bite-size peeled butternut squash chunks1 sweet onion (about ¾ pound)
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Bountiful Brussels Sprouts
2 CUPS | ⅓ CUP CAL 39 | FAT 1G | SAT FAT 0G | PROTEIN 2G | CARBS 7G | CHOL NA | FIBER 1G | SODIUM 39MG DIETARY EXCHANGE: ½ STARCH CARBOHYDRATE CHOICES: ½ 2 cups fresh or frozen Brussels sprouts½ cup fat-free sour cream½ teaspoon hot sauce1 teaspoon W
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Recipe Index
25 Curried Power Bowl 25 Pav Bhaji 27 Jerk Chicken 29 Toby Amidor’s Greens and Grain Bowl 45 Pumpkin Spice Muffins 46 Pumpkin Spice Mug Cake 46 Fresh Pumpkin or Squash Purée 47 Savory Pumpkin Hummus 48 Wholesome Chocolate-Chip Pumpkin Bars 49 Pumpkin
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As A Matter Of Fact
5 Roughly 49.4 million students attended public elementary and secondary schools in fall 2020, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. In 2019, there were 3.2 million teachers in public schools and 0.5 million teachers in private s
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A Boatload of Ways To Stay Fit on a Cruise
Only a curmudgeonly athlete would anticipate a Caribbean cruise with trepidation: How am I going to work out? That was my reaction when I climbed aboard for a family vacation. Yet I needn’t have worried. There were plenty of ways to get my exercise.

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