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The glycemic index (GI) of a food is a measure of how a specific food with carbohydrates causes blood sugar to rise. It is given as a number compared to the effect on your blood sugar of eating either glucose.

Breakfast cereal is convenient and quick, but is packed with carbohydrates. Does that mean it is off limits if you want to prevent diabetes?

Pancakes and waffles are high in carbohydrates, so does that mean you need to skip them with your prediabetes diet? Learn how to make your breakfast healty!

With seltzer water becoming more popular, is this bubbly drink is a healthy habit, or yet another unhealthy food to avoid?

For people with diabetes, the best fast food choices for prediabetes are relatively low in carbohydrates and sugar, and should include dietary fiber and protein.

Saturated fats are linked to things like heart disease, diabetes, and other health conditions and intake should be limited.

Did you know that the salad dressings you choose to toss your salads with could be turning your meal into an unhealthy one? What's a healthy salad dressing?

Many health and weight loss apps are based largely on calorie counting but is that the best approach for sustainable/lasting weight loss?

Research findings show that flavonoids, type of compound found in certain plants, can increase blood flow to the brain and improve our cognitive function.

To prevent diabetes, quick exercises and activities can help us get more active and closer to the recommended amounts of activity for optimal health.

How much you eat is just as important as what you eat. It is essential to practice moderation and choose healthy portions of your foods.

If you have prediabetes, engaging in any kind of physical movement on a regular basis is important – including stretching.

Physical activities can help to keep our bodies strong and our mental health in good shape, helping us to cope and stay healthy during this trying time.

Changes in routines and added levels of stress may impact your muscles. The benefits of stretching can help relieve any extra tension and help to support flexible and healthy muscles.

If you have trouble sleeping, it's time to make changes to help you sleep soundly because it adds to the list of mental and physical health concerns that you might be experiencing.

85% of Americans have changed their eating habits since the pandemic began. It is important to check in and take a closer look at your diet.

High levels of social support from family, friends, and peers leads to better health and faster recovery from chronic conditions.